Yukon
Research
Barriers and Enablers of Northern Business and Entrepreneurship
We synthesized recent data on the North’s economy, and a literature review on the various barriers and enablers to entrepreneurship and businesses in the Territorial North (incl. Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut).
Project
Supporting place-based SMEs in the rural Yukon in post-pandemic environment
The initiative focused on enhancing small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) in resource management, renewable energy, tourism and cultural ventures. These businesses, vital for self-determination and economic diversification, were shown to be vulnerable during COVID-19 due to their seasonal nature and lack of long-term planning.
Blog
Reflections from Yellowknife: Learning from Indigenous Entrepreneurship in the North
This gathering was designed with intention: to explore how entrepreneurship can strengthen community well-being, drive innovation, and shape a future grounded in shared values and Northern strength.
Project
Shock Proofing Yukon: Northern Entrepreneur Development Network
In Canada’s North, entrepreneurship is important for local job creation and economic diversification. Because many entrepreneurs are Indigenous, their businesses also bring direct economic benefits to their communities. To support entrepreneurship, strong networks and access to training, mentorship and other supports are essential.
September 17, 2025
26 minutes
Podcast
Season 5 | Episode 5
Learning from One Another: Skills, Training, and Workforce Development in Northern Communities
In this episode of the Future Skills Podcast, host Jeremy Strachan explores the complex and evolving landscape of skills development and workforce training in Northern...
Featuring: Jeremy Strachan, Amanda Thompson, Kris Mullaly, Xina Cowan
Research
Learning from One Another: A Comparative Analysis of Labour Market Needs and Skills in Northern Ontario, Yukon, and Nunavut
Labour markets in Northern Ontario, Yukon, and Nunavut are changing, but the pace and scale of that change are not well understood. This multi-year project provided a roadmap for governments, communities, and education and training providers to improve regional workforce readiness for existing and emerging opportunities.
Project
Inuvialuit Skills Matrix
Seeking to augment its database, this project sought to create the first inventory of Inuvialuit employment, skills, training, Traditional Knowledge and education.
Research
Learning From One Another: Labour Markets in Yukon
The economy in Yukon is expected to grow by 41 per cent between 2024 and 2045. Employment in the territory is expected to increase by 10 per cent, mainly driven by increases in employment in public administration and defence, and commercial and non-commercial services. Read the primer to get our full analysis.
Project
Lighting Up the North
The Lighting Up the North project from Yukonstruct aimed to strengthen the entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem by supporting initiatives that build skills, tools and resources. The project funded seven unique initiatives with community partners to support the needs of entrepreneurs and innovators in the region.