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Yukon (YT)

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Abbreviation YT
Time Zone Pacific Time (PT)
Area 482,443 square kilometers
Location Located in the northwest, known for its wilderness..
Topography Mountains, boreal forests, and tundra.
Capital Whitehorse
Population Approximately 44,000 (2021)
Known For Klondike Gold Rush history, Northern Lights
Business Strength Mining, tourism
Economy Relies on mining and tourism.
Main Cities Whitehorse
Median Household Income Approximately $84,576 (2019)

FUN FACTS

  • Dawson City in the Yukon was the center of the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century.
  • The Yukon River, one of the longest rivers in North America, flows through the territory.
  • Whitehorse, the capital, is named after the White Horse Rapids in the Yukon River.
  • Kluane National Park and Reserve is home to Canada’s highest peak, Mount Logan.
  • The Yukon has a rich Indigenous heritage, with vibrant cultural events and festivals.
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