This news release has been edited to clarify that it is the 50th anniversary of Lotteries Yukon.
Lotteries Yukon, in recognition of their 50th anniversary, and partnership with the Yukon Lottery Commission, is excited to announce the funding of a new, state-of-the-art mobile stage for the Yukon Arts Centre. This contribution represents a major enhancement to the territory's arts and culture infrastructure, providing an invaluable asset for local artists, organizations and communities.
The new stage will enhance the Yukon Arts Centre’s ability to showcase diverse performances across the Yukon, in both an outdoor and indoor setting. The mobile stage also ensures that both local and outside artists can reach audiences across the Yukon and provide more opportunities for Yukoners to experience high quality performances.
By eliminating the need for costly rentals from southern providers and shipping equipment to the north, the mobile stage also offers significant cost savings for Yukon non-profits, making it a practical and sustainable resource for years to come.
Building on this exciting addition to the territory’s arts and culture landscape, and as part of their 50th anniversary, Lotteries Yukon, in partnership with the Yukon Arts Centre, is pleased to announce a free summer concert series. The summer series will feature live performances across the Yukon, providing Yukoners with more opportunities to experience high-quality performances. Full details will be announced this spring at lotteriesyukon.com.
The Yukon Lottery Commission's investment in this mobile stage is a significant step forward in increasing access to the arts for Yukoners across the territory. While the Yukon Lottery Commission operates at arm's length from government, its efforts align with our shared goal of ensuring that all communities, regardless of size or location, have opportunities to experience the cultural enrichment that live performances provide. This new stage will help bring the arts directly to Yukoners, supporting local talent and fostering a deeper connection to the creative spirit of our territory.
For 50 years, the Yukon Lottery Commission has been proud to support projects that enrich the lives of Yukoners, and this stage is another exciting investment in our vibrant arts and culture scene. Music has a special way of bringing people together and Yukoners have always had a deep love for it. Live performances not only create shared experiences but also have positive benefits on mental health. This mobile stage will bring music and the arts to new audiences, strengthening the bond between artists and communities across the territory. It will also open doors for local musicians to shine on a world-class stage with professional sound, showcasing Yukon talent like never before. We’re especially thrilled to kick off the upcoming summer concert series, made possible by this stage and look forward to bringing Yukoners of all ages together for some amazing performances.
This visionary contribution, generously funded by the Yukon Lottery Commission, will create a lasting legacy for the Yukon. The mobile stage is more than a game-changing addition to our infrastructure—it is a catalyst for sustained cultural impact. It will empower us to extend live performance opportunities across Whitehorse and remote Yukon communities, ensuring that future generations can experience the transformative power of the arts. This legacy project will pave the way for innovative future initiatives and creative collaborations, including our upcoming celebratory summer concert series, which promises a star-studded lineup of performers and events. Ultimately, this investment will secure a vibrant cultural future for the Yukon.
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The Yukon Lottery Commission is an arms-length agent of the Government of Yukon mandated to provide funding for Yukoners focused on arts, sports and recreation with revenue from lottery ticket sales. Lotteries Yukon is the administrative team that delivers on the decisions of the Yukon Lottery Commission.
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Lotteries Yukon has been supporting community projects across Yukon for 50 years, funding initiatives that enhance the lives of Yukoners through arts, sports and recreation.
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The Projects Fund aims to support community non-profit organizations to implement projects that enhance the Yukon's cultural vibrancy and recreational opportunities.
Laura Seeley
Cabinet Communications
867-332-7627
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James Price
Lotteries Yukon
867-667-3709
[email protected]