SPORT
TOURISM
What is Sport Tourism?
Major sporting event bring more than athletes to the North. They promote the Yukon on the national and world stage, and contribute to the economic, cultural, and competitive health of the territory.
Over 3000 annual visitors to the Yukon
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More than $4 Million in annual economic impact
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$7.4 Billion industry nationwide
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Over 3000 annual visitors to the Yukon 〰️ More than $4 Million in annual economic impact 〰️ $7.4 Billion industry nationwide 〰️
Programs and Resources
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Make It Happen Program
Sponsorships, materials resources, information, and expertise to help support your organization’s sport tourism events.
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Multi-Sport Event Trailer
A shared, mobile resource for all Sport Yukon member organizations containing essential event materials and equipment.
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Tourism Experience Development
We provide support to our member organizations to develop and implement sport tourism packages and experiences.
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Sport Hosting Resources
Sport Yukon is your hub for resources and information about the facilities, accommodations, and more to make your event a reality.
Our Tourism Industry Partners
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Travel Yukon
Travel Yukon is your starting point to learn more about all the amazing events and activities that make up tourism in the territory.
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Tourism Industry Association of Yukon
Sport Yukon is proud to be an active and engaged member of the wider tourism industry through the Tourism Industry Association of the Yukon.
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Yukon Convention Bureau
The Yukon Convention Bureau maintains a list of conference and event venues ideal for meetings and other non-sport uses.
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Indigenous Yukon
We insist that all sport tourism events review and incorporate Indigenous Yukon’s Respectful Travel Guidelines.