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 Forklift Attachments Yukon - Amongst the 3 federal territories of Canada, Yukon is the smallest and westernmost one. It was named after the Yukon River and the word means "Great River" in Gwich'in.
The territory was formed in 1898, from the Hudson's Bay Company's North-Western Territory and was initially known as "the Yukon." In 2003, the federal government's most recent update of the Yukon Act confirmed the name to be "Yukon," as opposed to "Yukon Territory," as the present usage standard. The Yukon Government recognizes First Nations languages although the territory is officially bilingual with French and English.
Mount Logan, located in Kluane National Park and Reserve is the highest mountain in the nation and the 2nd highest within North America after Mount McKinley in Alaska. Mount Logan is 5,959 meters or 19,551 feet in height. There is little precipitation within the territory and the weather condition is subarctic and arctic, causing long and frigid winter season and short summer months.
The major historical trade within the Yukon has been mining. The main items mined consist of zinc, asbestos, silver, gold, lead and copper. During eighteen seventy, the government acquired the land from the Hudson's Bay Company. During the year 1898, they divided it from the Northwest Territories to fill the requirement for local government created by the influx of the population because of the gold rush.
During the gold rush, a lot of prospectors flooded the territory. This colourful period was recorded by authors such as Jack London and Robert W. Service. The early days of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police were also vital during this time. The various outdoor recreation opportunities combined with the scenic natural wonders make tourism the 2nd most popular industry.
The local economy is boosted by hydroelectricity, whereas the manufacturing industry makes products such as furniture, handicrafts and clothing. Traditional businesses like fishing and trapping have declined during the years. Currently, the government sector is the largest employer in the territory. They directly hire approximately 5,000 people out of a work force of around 12, 500.
The tourism motto of the territory is "Larger than life." The pristine nature of the region accounts for the major tourism appeal. There are several guides and outfitters obtainable to hunters and anglers and nature lovers of all types. The abundance of rivers and lakes make it an ideal spot for people who make use of canoes and kayaks. There are various trails to ride and walk on. Access to the backcountry by snowmobile or air is great for people who get pleasure from winter activities. There are opportunities to ski and snowboard and climb the highest peaks in Canada. Families can hike together up smaller mountains. There are ice climbing and dog sledding companies around also.
The many cultural activities and sporting events held each year in the Yukon is able to attract many tourists, artists and participants from all parts of the world. The most popular events include the Yukon International Story Telling festival, Frostbite Music Festival, Dawson Music festival, Yukon Quest, Sourdough Rendezvous, Northern Lights Centre, the Whitehorse Fish Ladder, Takhini Hot Springs together with various Klondike Gold Rush memorials and activities.
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