Yukon University
We support innovators and entrepreneurs with funding, resources, expertise and incubation.
Whitehorse, Yukon
Yukon University is a flexible post-secondary institution that includes a place and pathway for every learner. Our students are grounded in education and research relevant to the North. Our resourceful and creative graduates are building a resilient, versatile and ambitious future for all northerners.
Industries
Stages Supported
Services Offered
Programs
Innovation Fund
acceleratorFunding for innovators and entrepreneurs
IncubateNorth
incubatorIncubation program powered by TD Summer Biz School
Wrap-around Innovation Services
otherProfessional services including intellectual property, legal, accounting support for projects meeting Innovation Fund criteria
Investment Readiness Training
courseProgram to develop interest and participation in growing investment culture for entrepreneurs and investors
Yukon Communities Small Business Network
otherCommunity network for small businesses
Summer Biz School
eventProgram nurturing young entrepreneurs
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Company Revenue Stages
Located in downtown Whitehorse (Door C of the Northlight building). Designated as a Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (WEKH). Partners with TD Bank for Summer Biz School. Features bright, open-concept space with local artwork. Publishes Innovation Stories and operates newsletter focused on Yukon entrepreneurship.
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BAI Type
Foundations & Ecosystem-Building
Sector-agnostic (broad industry focus). Flexible accountability (community-oriented, earlier-stage).
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Entity Type
University-backed (ie. the University is the formal entity)
Operating Regions
North (NWT, YK, NVT)
Leadership
Matt Douglas
Managing Director, Mammoth Marketing
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Notable Alumni
Sylvie Gewehr (Wildwood Spirit), Myka Hake Glada and Trista Glada, Mercedes Handel
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