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Dene-owned business awarded $25K from Indigenous tourism fund – Cabin Radio
May 2, 2024 A Dene-owned business in Fort Simpson hopes to expand after receiving money from a federal Indigenous Tourism Fund. K’iyeli Tourism Services is owned and operated by Mary Jane and Gilbert Cazon. It offers interpretation, cultural education and tourism services. Gilbert Cazon said the services they offer are “what is needed by all […]
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Statement from Minister Streicker on tourism in the Yukon
Minister John Streicker has issued the following statement: “During Canada’s National Tourism Week, I am pleased to provide Yukoners with a snapshot of the Yukon’s tourism sector and the Government of Yukon’s work toward recovery after the devastating effects of the pandemic. “Tourism is an important industry in the Yukon, contributing an average of $284 […]
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Call for applications for Community Tourism and Cultural Industries program funding
March 4, 2024 The Department of Economic Development and Transportation (EDT) is accepting applications for Community Tourism and Cultural Industries (CTCI) program funding. This program supports education and training, product development, marketing, and infrastructure improvement. You might be eligible if you are: An outfitter. A tourist establishment. A local business. An artist organization. A hunters […]
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New Spark Tourism Micro-grant supports the development of new and emerging tourism opportunities
28/02/2024 Recognizing the important role that the tourism industry plays in the territorial economy, today Minister John Streicker announced the Spark Tourism Micro-grant, a new funding initiative to support budding entrepreneurs in the Yukon’s tourism industry, particularly those offering innovative and sustainable visitor experiences and services. The Spark Tourism Micro-grant is for new or emerging […]
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2022 Yukon Sustainable Tourism Annual Report released
11/01/2024 The Government of Yukon has released the inaugural 2022 Yukon Sustainable Tourism Annual Report. The report establishes baseline data for key elements identified in the Yukon Sustainable Tourism Framework. Monitoring and reporting on the key elements will provide the tourism sector with knowledge on the state of sustainability within the industry from year to […]
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Kwanlin Dün First Nation buys tourism business near Whitehorse for $3.5M – CBC
Dec 18, 2023 First Nation plans to operate Sky High Wilderness Ranch as usual initially, then add more cultural experiences The Kwanlin Dün First Nation is the new owner of an established tourism business just outside Whitehorse. The First Nation said Monday it has bought the Sky High Wilderness Ranch, near Fish Lake, for $3.5 […]
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It’s ‘weird busy’ this summer, says Yukon shop owner. Tourists came back but the workers didn’t – CBC
Sep 04, 2023 A lot of places also don’t have the hours that they had before the pandemic, says tourism bus driver A busy summer tourism season was made more hectic by a lack of staff, according to many Yukon businesses. On sunny days this past summer, when the White Pass Train and busloads of […]
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Government of Canada and Government of Yukon announce investments of nearly $2.1 million to support the Yukon’s Indigenous tourism and culture industries
From: Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency The funding, delivered through CanNor and the Government of Yukon, supports the Yukon First Nations Culture and Tourism Association to deliver programs and initiatives that promote the sector and increase Indigenous representation August 9, 2023 — Whitehorse, Yukon — Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency The history, culture and traditions […]
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Media Advisory: The Honourable Dan Vandal and the Honourable John Streicker will make an announcement regarding support for the Yukon’s Indigenous tourism and culture industries.
From: Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency Whitehorse, August 8, 2023 — Please be advised that the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, and the Honourable John Streicker, Minister of Tourism and Culture for the Government of Yukon, will make a joint announcement tomorrow on behalf of the Government of Canada and […]
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Minister Vandal announces over $1.2 million in investments toward Indigenous tourism projects in the Northwest Territories
From: Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency May 24, 2023 The Northwest Territories is a tourist destination with much to offer, including distinctive Indigenous cultures, unique communities, vast landscapes, great fishing and hunting, and stunning auroras. Indigenous tourism operators and organizations across the territory continue to work hard to find ways to meet visitor demand, including […]
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