Destinations: Travel & Tourism

Premier leads tourism trade mission to Europe
May 9, 2013 – WHITEHORSE—Premier Darrell Pasloski will lead a Yukon delegation on a tourism trade mission to Europe early this fall. Focusing on German-speaking Europe and the United Kingdom, the trade mission will... Read the rest

New tourism data highlights strength of industry
May 7, 2013 – WHITEHORSE—Data captured in the Yukon Visitor Tracking Program carried out last summer has confirmed the importance and growth potential of Yukon’s tourism industry to the territory’s economy. “Yukon is attracting... Read the rest

Touring Artist Fund allows artists to grow new audience appreciation
May 7, 2013 – WHITEHORSE—Seven Yukon artists are sharing $23,000 through the Government of Yukon’s Touring Artist Fund to tour their work to outside audiences and develop their professional skills. “Touring offers Yukon artists... Read the rest

Tourism and Culture minister helps bring focus to Yukon artists in Ottawa
Apr 25, 2013 – WHITEHORSE—Yukon artists are front and centre as the Northern Scene Festival launches in Ottawa today. As part of the opening day, Tourism and Culture Minister Mike Nixon will greet audiences... Read the rest

Tourism partnerships drive customer awareness at consumer shows
Mar 4, 2013 – WHITEHORSE— In support of the Destination Yukon marketing campaign, Tourism and Culture Minister Mike Nixon travelled with Yukon tourism industry delegates to two consumer shows aimed at promoting the territory... Read the rest

You’re Gonna Eat Here! contest winners will experience Yukon
Feb 15, 2013 – WHITEHORSE—The Government of Yukon and Food Network Canada are partnering on a new travel promotion that includes a contest to bring two lucky Canadians to the territory to experience Yukon... Read the rest

Yukon to be the first Canadian jurisdiction to mandate carbon monoxide detector use
Feb 14, 2013 – WHITEHORSE—The Government of Yukon is set to table legislation this spring related to the use of oil-fired appliances in the territory, Community Services Minister Elaine Taylor announced. “Over the past... Read the rest

Premier Bob McLeod speech from Spectacular NWT Gala in Ottawa
Feb 1, 2013 – We’re here in Ottawa to put the focus on the NWT. We’ve been having very focused meetings with federal ministers and stakeholders about the future of our territory. We’re looking... Read the rest

Premier McLeod’s speech at the NWT Days North Star Gala in Ottawa
Jan 31, 2013 – Honourable ministers; excellencies – honourable representatives of foreign missions; honourable senators; members of parliament; Aboriginal leaders, distinguished members of the press; ladies and gentlemen My name is Bob McLeod, and... Read the rest

Outfitters promote Yukon as a destination
Jan 23, 2013 – WHITEHORSE—Tourism and Culture Minister Mike Nixon and the Yukon Outfitters Association are attending the Safari Club International Convention and trade show in Reno, Nevada this week to promote Yukon as... Read the rest

Fulda challenges Yukon winter
Jan 10, 2013 – WHITEHORSE—In support of Yukon government’s overseas tourism marketing, the Fulda Winter Challenge kicked off a variety of events across Yukon today. “The Yukon government is very pleased to continue to... Read the rest

Yukon and Alaska renew long-standing tourism marketing partnership
Jan 8, 2013 – WHITEHORSE—The Government of Yukon and the State of Alaska have renewed an agreement to market both regions as a tourism destination. “The Government of Yukon and the State of Alaska... Read the rest

Yukon/Canada partnership allows winter access to Kluane National Park and Reserve and Chilkoot Trail National Historic Site
Dec 21, 2012 – WHITEHORSE—Yukon Highways and Public Works Minister and MLA for Kluane Wade Istchenko and Environment Minister Currie Dixon, along with Member of Parliament for Yukon Ryan Leef, announced today a cooperative... Read the rest

De Cho Bridge Now Open to Traffic
Dec 3, 2012 – FORT PROVIDENCE (December 3, 2012) – Traffic is now flowing on the newly opened Deh Cho Bridge near Fort Providence. The Bridge permits 24 hour traffic across the Mackenzie River... Read the rest

The Use of the Right Child Car Seat – Another Healthy Choice
Nov 14, 2012 – YELLOWKNIFE (November 14, 2012) – Certified child car seat technicians are now in place in the Northwest Territories. Eight certified technicians from Fort Simpson, Hay River, Fort Smith, and Yellowknife... Read the rest

Blackstone Territorial Park Employee Recognized for Excellence
Nov 9, 2012 – YELLOWKNIFE (November 9, 2012) Sharing his culture, going above and beyond to help visitors explore exciting activities in the area, and a welcoming nature were characteristics noted about Parks Hospitality... Read the rest

Archival Gold captures the influence and romance of Yukon history
Nov 2, 2012 – WHITEHORSE—A new exhibit at Arts Underground titled Archival Gold: Favourites from the Vault captures the influence and romance of Yukon history through a small sampling of the many items managed... Read the rest

Open House Brings Tourism Partners Together
Oct 25, 2012 – The Department of Tourism and Culture is bringing together tourism partners and interested Yukoners on Friday, October 26 for a day of information sessions and industry expert panel discussions. “We... Read the rest

Department Of Transportation
Oct 23, 2012 – Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to congratulate the Department of Transportation for receiving the Silver Award for Innovation from the Institute of Public Administrators of Canada. Every year,... Read the rest

NWT Tourism Numbers And Parks Season
Oct 22, 2012 – Mr. Speaker, investment in the Northwest Territories’ tourism industry is vital to our goal of a diversified economy that provides all communities and regions with opportunities and choices. Like our... Read the rest

Improved Tourist Facilities Big Draw for NWT Tourists
Oct 17, 2012 – Tourism numbers were high across much of the Northwest Territories this year. Camping was extremely popular in nearly every region, and over 23,000 camping nights were recorded in territorial parks... Read the rest

Yukon marks Tourism Day with local awards
Sep 27, 2012 – WHITEHORSE—Yukon celebrated World Tourism Day at a breakfast event hosted by the Department of Tourism and Culture, the Tourism Industry Association of Yukon and the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce.... Read the rest

Yukon’s Touring Artist Fund reaches across borders
Sep 21, 2012 – WHITEHORSE—Five professional artists will share $32,460 through Yukon’s Touring Artist Fund to reach out to new audiences as well as foster opportunities for professional career development. “By touring to other... Read the rest

Premier McLeod Promotes NWT Tourism in China
Sep 18, 2012 – SHANGHAI, CHINA (September 18, 2012) – Premier Bob McLeod spoke at the Shanghai Tourism Bureau yesterday and at a Canadian Tourism Commission event in Beijing on Friday to promote the... Read the rest

Yukon signs sister province agreement with Shaanxi
Sep 18, 2012 – WHITEHORSE—A sister province relationship is being formally established between Yukon and Shaanxi Province to enhance mutual understanding and friendship, and consolidate and develop cooperation between the two jurisdictions. Premier Darrell... Read the rest

Harper Government Investment to Create Jobs and Boost Economic Development in Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation
Sep 11, 2012 – EDMONTON, ALBERTA (September 11, 2012) – The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, joined Chief Cameron Alexis of the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation today to announce... Read the rest

Governor Welcomes Icelandair Announcement
Aug 24, 2012 – Governor Sean Parnell today applauded the decision of Icelandair to begin seasonal passenger direct flights linking Anchorage with Reykjavik. From Icelandair’s hub in Reykjavik, Alaskans can travel to many destinations... Read the rest

GNWT Renews Financial Support For NWT Tourism Outfitters
Jun 20, 2012 – The GNWT has renewed its funding for the Tourism Product Diversification and Marketing Program to support tourism businesses in the NWT seeking to become more competitive in a demanding international... Read the rest

Yukon’s Touring Artist Fund supports audience appreciation
Jun 15, 2012 – WHITEHORSE—Yukon’s Touring Artist Fund will provide $23,027 to nine Yukon artists representing the literary and visual arts. “Artistic excellence is recognized and supported by the Government of Yukon,” Tourism and... Read the rest

Yukon archaeology publication receives national recognition
Jun 4, 2012 – WHITEHORSE—The Government of Yukon has been recognized for its publication The Frozen Past: The Yukon Ice Patches as an outstanding contribution in communications. The Public Communications Award was presented to... Read the rest

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