Whitehorse, Yukon: A new management plan for S.S. Klondike National Historic Site was recently finalized. Reviewed every 10 years, management plans are a requirement of the Parks Canada Agency Act and guide the management of national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas.
The new plan for S.S. Klondike National Historic Site outlines the following key strategies:
• Key strategy 1 focuses on the long-term conservation of the S.S. Klondike and its associated cultural resources.
• Key strategy 2 focuses on offering interactive and innovative visitor experiences at the site that strengthen local engagement, immerse youth, attract target audiences and increase revenue.
•Key strategy 3 focuses on involving partners and stakeholders in understanding, promoting and raising awareness of the S.S. Klondike National Historic Site.
The S.S. Klondike National Historic Site Management Plan includes initiatives aimed at building on and improving collaboration with local Indigenous communities and further integrating their perspectives in the overall site presentation and knowledge.
The management plan for S.S. Klondike National Historic Site was based on input from Indigenous partners in Whitehorse, the territorial government, the local municipality, heritage and tourism organizations, local residents, as well as visitors past and present. Through this management plan, Parks Canada will protect an important example of cultural heritage in Canada, engage and collaborate with Indigenous peoples, and provide an opportunity for Canadians to experience and discover history in new and innovative ways.
National historic sites reflect the rich and varied heritage of Canada and provide an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about our diverse history. Parks Canada’s network of national heritage places represents the very best that Canada has to offer and tells stories of who we are, including the histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples.
The S.S. Klondike National Historic Site Management Plan is available on the Parks Canada website at: www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ssklondike