The Government of Yukon’s Sport and Recreation Branch has developed an inventory of the territory’s sport and recreation infrastructure. This inventory provides information that can be used to guide future investments in community sport and recreation services that support healthy, active living for Yukoners across the territory.
The inventory identifies more than 900 sport and recreation amenities in communities across the Yukon and will serve as a living resource, that evolves as infrastructure changes and new assets are added. In the coming months, a GeoYukon map will be published that will allow Yukoners to explore the information. The inventory will also be presented to local governments for their review.
The inventory accounts for infrastructure owned or operated by the Government of Yukon, municipal and First Nations governments, the federal government and non-profit organizations.
The inventory is available at Yukon.ca.
Sport and recreation spaces are at the heart of our communities. They are where Yukoners gather, connect and stay healthy. By continuing to invest in this infrastructure, we’re not only supporting active lifestyles, but also strengthening the social fabric of our territory for generations to come. This inventory gives us a clearer picture of what we have today and how we can plan smarter investments for tomorrow.
The unique character of each Yukon community requires a solid understanding of local context when planning for sport and recreation infrastructure. This inventory gives territorial, municipal and First Nations governments a better understanding of what infrastructure exists in their communities and where the gaps might be, making it a valuable tool for planners, governments and residents to guide future investments in sport infrastructure.
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Sport infrastructure refers to physical and organizational facilities that make it possible to participate in sports, recreation and physical activity. This could include things like facilities and venues, outdoor spaces, supporting amenities and community-level infrastructure.
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Statistics Canada data indicates that, in most areas, the Yukon has a higher level of sport and recreation infrastructure per person compared to the national average.
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This is the first time a territory-wide sport and recreation infrastructure database has been created.
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The inventory found close to 900 infrastructure items.
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The inventory shows the Yukon has more amenities per person than the rest of Canada.
Laura Seeley
Cabinet Communications
867-332-7627
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Wayne Potoroka
Communications, Community Services
867-332-9427
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