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The Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre celebrates opening of new exhibits
June 19, 2023
On Saturday, the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre hosted a grand reopening celebration in honour of their recently renovated main exhibit hall. The event featured free admission,
Statement from Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker on International Archives Day
June 9, 2023
Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker has released the following statement for International Archives Day/Week.
The Yukon Gold Explorer’s Passport contest returns with new digital format
June 5, 2023
New digital format introduced for the popular Yukon Gold Explorer’s Passport contest.
The Government of Yukon and the City of Whitehorse sign new tourism agreement
May 16, 2023
The Government of Yukon and the City of Whitehorse have renewed their commitment to collaborate on projects related to tourism and culture in Whitehorse.
Yukon Permanent Art Collection welcomes 14 new diverse works of art
May 11, 2023
Yukon Permanent Art Collection welcomes 14 new works.
Recipients announced for annual First Nation cultural centres and museums special projects funding
May 4, 2023
Recipients of special projects funding for museums and cultural centres announced.
The Government of Yukon releases progress report for Creative and Cultural Industries Strategy
May 3, 2023
Progress report on actions under Creative Potential, Yukon's creative and cultural industries strategy.
Yukon Historical & Museums Association to deliver Yukon 125 Fund
May 2, 2023
Funding is available to First Nation governments, communities and community-driven organizations leading commemorative activities across the territory.
Government of Yukon announces the Yukon 125 Fund for community-driven initiatives commemorating the territory’s 125th anniversary
April 12, 2023
Funding will be available to First Nation governments, communities and community-driven organizations leading commemorative activities across the territory.
Yukon government launches new fund to support immersive professional development for creative and cultural practitioners
March 28, 2023
Funding announced to help Yukon creatives and cultural practitioners focus on their career, build skills and experience and share knowledge with the broader sector.