The Yukon Territory

The Yukon Territory is perhaps the perfect location for a conference such as "Better Choices, Better Health"

For centuries the wilderness has been a place of spiritual quest
and purification. This awareness crosses cultures and transcends
politics. The wilderness is a place where we have to give up
the illusion of control, where perspectives shift, and where
values change. It is a powerful crucible of transformation.

    From "Journeys of Discovery and Healing in Canada", Dancing Mountain

Health & Wellness Tourism in the Yukon is a 2005 study that "concludes that the Yukon is in a favoured position to benefit from the [health and wellness tourism] boom because of its already considerable health and wellness infrastructure and tourism 'assets,' and because these assets match the public’s growing interest in complementary and alternative health and self-care practices."

Getting Here

Air North, "Yukon's Airline", is our official conference airline, and offers delegates a discount on fares. They fly to Whitehorse from Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Fairbanks, Inuvik, Dawson City and Old Crow. To receive a 10% discount on Best Saver or Optimum fare, simply fill in this Word document and email or fax it to the email address or fax number on that form. You can also phone Air North at 1-800-661-0407 and use the conference code QNGYXOA1.
Please note that there are no discounts on seat sale or GoYukon fares.

Air Canada flies to Whitehorse from Vancouver.

As of this date, it is not clear whether or not Greyhound will still be offering scheduled bus service to Whitehorse from British Columbia and points beyond. See this press release.

Things to See & Do

Whether you are a fan of the arts, history, wilderness or just want to go for a scenic walk or drive, Whitehorse has a great deal to offer:

• before you arrive, visit the Travel Yukon Web site for a vast range of information.

• particularly if this is your first visit, a stop at the Visitor Reception Center in downtown Whitehorse is highly recommended (and do take a half-hour to see the free film)

• the Yukon Arts & Events Calendar will show you many options.

• check out What's Up Yukon online and pick up a free copy almost anywhere in Whitehorse to get a feel for the territory

• rent a car (or an RV) and drive west along the Alaska Highway to Haines Junction, Haines (Alaska) or Kluane National Park; or south on the South Klondike Highway to Carcross, Atlin (BC) or Skagway (Alaska). You can find a list of rental companies at ExploreNorth.

• the historic weather averages may help you in your planning.