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Yukon Archives names artist-in-residence
The Yukon Archives has named the successful candidate for the Artist-in-Residence Program.
Request for Proposals issued for new convention centre in Whitehorse
The Yukon Convention Bureau, in partnership with the Government of Yukon, has issued a Request for Proposals for the development of a new convention centre in Whitehorse.
Yukon Archives celebrates 50 years with open house and artist-in-residence program
To celebrate 50 years of operation, Yukon Archives hosted an open house and announced an artist-in-residence program.
New funding program for Indigenous artists and cultural carriers available January 1
The Indigenous Artists and Cultural Carriers Micro-grant offers fast and simple access to funding for creation, performance, development and export activities.
Yukon Permanent Art Collection exhibits new acquisitions
An exhibition of the newest works added to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection is now on display at the Jim Smith Building in Whitehorse.
Yukon heritage awareness campaign wins national award
Yukon’s Living Heritage campaign receives national award.
New funding program to provide $1 million a year for community tourism projects
The Community Tourism Destination Development Fund offers $1 million through two funding tiers to support tourism related projects in communities across the territory.
Rugged Apprentices pilot program completes three voluntourism projects in Yukon communities
Over two days, 33 visitors from across Canada arrived as “voluntourists” to help improve Yukon tourism infrastructure while enjoying the sights and culture of the territory.
Archdeacon McDonald Memorial and Saint Luke’s churches receive Yukon Historic Site designation
Archdeacon McDonald Memorial and St. Luke’s churches in Old Crow have been designated as the eleventh Yukon Historic Site.
Signing Ceremony Held for Tséi Zhéłe / Sinwaa Éex’i Yé / Conrad Historic Site Management Plan
The Carcross/Tagish First Nation and the Government of Yukon have signed an official management plan for the Tséi Zhéłe / Sinwaa Éex’i Yé / Conrad Historic Site.
Date modified: 2026-05-27