About Us

We are a non-profit organization located in Whitehorse, Yukon, and are registered and compliant with the Yukon Societies’ Act. As a registered non-profit, an elected Board of Directors that serves yearly terms, with updated bylaws and governing documents available upon request, governs us. Our financial statements are audited annually for accuracy and transparency. Our administration fees are covered through contribution agreements with government partners, and all of our sponsorship and fundraising efforts go directly into the organization and production of the Yukon Quest.

Core Values

The Yukon Quest International Association (Canada) operates under these core values:

Always focusing on the mushers and their dogs
Maintaining financial responsibility
Operating with honesty and integrity
Keeping transparency throughout our business

Mission Statement

Yukon Quest International Association (Canada) is a non-profit organization that organizes, markets, and produces the annual Yukon Quest dog sled races. Through our races, we promote exceptional standards of dog care and health and safety, as well as the highest levels of competition, to create the most immersive and engaging entertainment experience for our fans and supporters all around the world. Our mandate is to advance the sport of dog sledding with an unwavering commitment to the health and safety of our human and canine athletes, as well as to promote the Yukon and the communities, organizations, and people within that make this iconic event a success.