DA-013
Artwork: Aasman Brand Communications INTENT STATEMENT The near-term vision for this LMU is coordinated planning with other regional land use plans to ensure a consistent approach to stewarding this multi-use corridor. The sub-regional plan should support maintaining community access without compromising viewscapes and ecological and socio-cultural values. There are numerous Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Settlement Land parcels […]
DA-015
Artwork: Yukon Graphic Recording INTENT STATEMENT The vision for this LMU is ongoing, sustainable economic land use that allows Caribou and other ecological values to persist. The intent is to adequately protect key caribou habitat and to support sustainable development through strong access management. Interest in this area is growing, which is increasing access into […]
DA-006
Artwork: Yukon Graphic Recording INTENT STATEMENT The vision for this LMU is to maintain its high ecological and socio-cultural value while supporting forestry and traditional economic activities, including trapping and harvesting. Located within the Tintina Trench flyway and adjacent to the North Klondike River, this area offers important habitat for migratory birds, raptors, furbearers, moose, […]
PW-016
Image Numerous lakes make up the Jackfish Lake complex. These lakes are surrounded by wetlands and lichen-rich open forests. (CWS photo) Land Status Non-Settlement Land Objectives Ecological integrity is maintained. To help meet requirements under SARA with respect to protecting critical habitat of the Boreal caribou. All permitted land use activity does not significantly impact […]
PW-015
Image Plain with sparse forests, wetlands and historic seismic lines are characteristic of LMU 15. (CWS photo) Land Status Non-Settlement Land Objectives Ecological integrity is maintained. Helps meet requirements under the federal SARA, with respect to protecting critical habitat of the Boreal caribou herd. Permitted land use activities do not significantly impact movement and habitats […]
PW-014
Image The dramatic Aberdeen Canyon (left) (DFO). Riparian forests and wetlands and often steep escarpments line the Peel River (right) (CWS photo). Land Status Non-Settlement Land, NND Settlement Land (S-134B), TG Yukon Land (R-01FS, R-03FS, R-04FS, R-05FS, R-08FS, R-12FS, R-13FS, R-14FS, S-2FS, S-3FS, S-4FS, S-6FS, S-7FS, S-8FS, S-9FS, S-10FS, S-11FS) Objectives Wilderness character is maintained. […]
PW-013
Image Plateau with forests, lakes and wetlands are characteristic of LMU 5. (CWS photo) Land Status Non-Settlement Land Objectives Ecological integrity is maintained. Some culturally and ecologically-aware resource exploration and extraction that supports the local economies. All permitted land use activity does not significantly impact movement and habitats of caribou. Meaningful consultation is done with […]
PW-012
Image Deciduous forests, and steep escarpments are found along the upper Vittrekwa River in the eastern portion (top). Gentle mountains interspersed with valleys carpeted with alpine vegetation characterize the western portion (bottom). (CWS photos) Land Status Non-Settlement Land Objectives Wilderness character is maintained. Archaeological resources are protected and integrity of First Nation cultural practices is […]
PW-011
Image Scattered lakes, wetlands and open forests underlain with lichens and permafrost are throughout this unit. The incised Caribou River valley is in the background. (CWS photo) Land Status Non-Settlement Land Objectives Water quality and flow in Lusk Lake, the Turner Lake wetlands and the Caribou River are not affected by human activities. Community cultural […]
PW-010
Image Rolling mountains interspersed with valleys carpeted with shrubs and scattered trees characterize much of LMU 10. (CWS photo) Land Status Non-Settlement Land, TG Yukon Land (R-07FS) Objectives Wilderness character is maintained. Community cultural activities practiced without significant disturbance. Unfettered movement and habitat use of Porcupine caribou herds, Dall’s sheep, and other large mammals. Wilderness […]