About Whitehorse

Welcome to Whitehorse, Yukon, our bustling capital city of the Yukon Territory.  Offering all the amenities of a modern, urban city, yet being surrounded by spectacular, untouched Yukon wilderness, is just one of the many attractions that draws thousands of tourists here every year.

As host to the Canada Winter Games in 2007, Whitehorse offers exceptional year-round sport and recreational opportunities like nowhere else on earth.   A community of over 24,000 people nestled in the Yukon River Valley, Whitehorse offers an unbeatable quality of life - with modern facilities, a community college and a first class arts center.

Whitehorse boasts rich culture and heritage with plenty of historic sights from its proud beginnings during the Klondike Gold Rush and before.  It also serves as the government and business centre of the Yukon, giving it a unique flavour of a modern city amidst a rich and distinct history that remains alive today.

If you're thinking of visiting or perhaps moving to this dynamic and friendly Yukon community, take some time to explore this website to find information on places to stay and eat, community resources and associations, shopping and services, local attractions and recreational activities.