Yukon Land Claims Agreement

The Yukon Land Claims Agreement is a treaty between the Yukon government, Indigenous Yukon peoples (First Nations), and the Canadian government. It legalizes Indigenous land rights, provides land and financial compensation, and establishes self-governing bodies for First Nations. The agreement aims to respect Indigenous cultures, rights, and way of life while promoting economic development and cooperation across Yukon. It also creates mechanisms for involving Indigenous communities in land use decisions, helping balance modern governance with traditional values and land stewardship.