Department of Economic Development

Our mandate is to develop a thriving, prosperous and diversified Yukon economy by working with First Nations, business and industry partners, and federal and municipal governments. Our investments support sustainable job creation, innovation, increased investment opportunities, market expansion, and business and industry growth.

View Minister of Economic Development Jen Gehmair's mandate letter response.

Services and information

Latest news

Nominate a literacy hero for the Council of the Federation Literacy Award by June 30, 2026.
The Community Development Fund has awarded eight projects across the territory. Recipients include the Safe at Home Society, Humane Society Yukon and the Town of Watson Lake.
Minister Gehmair met with Yukon entrepreneurs to wish them success at Web Summit Vancouver, a significant opportunity for them to make new connections and expand their operations.
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We provide information and services about immigrating to Yukon and the various immigration programs.

We offer drop-in sessions at 303 Alexander Street (1st floor) in Whitehorse every Thursday from 10 am to 1 pm. 

When visiting our office, keep in mind it’s a scent-free workplace.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-5131
Toll-free phone: 1-800-661-0408 extension 5131
Fax number: 867-393-6228

The Economic Development Fund supports projects and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic benefits to Yukoners. 

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-8751
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number:

The Regional Economic Development Branch facilitates coordinates regional economic activities and offers funding to stimulate and support regional economic development projects, capacity development, and initiatives which provide long term sustainable economic and social benefits for Yukon communities. The Community Development Unit provides funding for projects and events that provide long-term economic and social benefits to Yukon communities.

Email:
Phone: 867-667-8125
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number:

The Innovation, Industry, and Business Development Branch helps Yukon’s economy grow and diversify. We encourage development across a range of industries. Within the private sector, we promote entrepreneurship and innovation. Working with our partners, we help businesses get investments, innovate and reach new markets.

Email:
Phone: 867-393-7191
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number:

The Labour Market Development branch works collaboratively with our partners and stakeholders to strengthen the Yukon's labour market.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-5906
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number:

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Date modified: 2026-05-08