Department of Community Services

Consumer Services & Infrastructure Development

Carcross Waterfront Projects

Carcross is rich with history and is a place of natural beauty-- the Gold Rush, spectacular views of Bennett and Nares Lakes, the excellent beach and the mountains in which the community is nestled -- these attributes make Carcross a natural destination for visitors and locals, alike.

Revitalizing the downtown core of Carcross contributes to the community’s well being, overall. The projects underway will bring long-term benefits to the Southern Lakes region by supporting local tourism, culture, heritage and business ventures.

The governments of Yukon, Canada, Carcross/Tagish First Nation and the Local Advisory Council have worked together with the community for many beneficial projects.

In total, Canada and Yukon are investing more than $9 million in the development of the Carcross waterfront under Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF) and the Building Canada Fund (BCF). By the end of 2010, over $5 million will have been invested, and further $4 million will be invested over the next 2 years. The Yukon government has also contributed $20,000 to the Carcross / Tagish First Nation Skookum Jim House project. This support has leveraged other funding programs and investments from the private sector, in partnership with governments.

Click here for full list of Carcross Waterfront and Downtown Infrastructure Projects

News Release: Carcross infrastructure projects 2010 update

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund and Building Canada Fund Projects
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Photos of Carcross Waterfront Projects (click on image for larger view)