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Target Generation Map — Yukon

To create a target generation map for Yukon, import your YT claims or data as GeoJSON, assign the appropriate layer role for automatic styling, set the Satellite basemap, and export as PNG or PDF. The entire process takes 15–30 minutes with no GIS experience required.

About Mining in Yukon

Yukon is one of Canada's most exciting frontier mining jurisdictions, with multiple large-scale gold, copper-gold, and polymetallic projects at various stages of development.

Key minerals: gold, silver, lead, zinc, copper, tungsten. Notable deposits: Coffee Gold, Casino, Minto, Klondike Placer. Mining districts: Dawson, Mayo, Kluane, White Pass.

The Yukon Energy, Mines and Resources administers mineral rights in Yukon. Claim data is accessible through Yukon MapBrowser.

What is a Target Generation Map?

A target generation map integrates multiple datasets — geophysical anomalies, geochemical results, structural features, and historical workings — to visually communicate which areas have the highest exploration priority. These maps are central to project generation pitches and technical program planning.

How to Create a Target Generation Map for Yukon

  1. Import target polygon outlines as GeoJSON
  2. Import anomaly extents as a separate GeoJSON layer
  3. Assign Target Areas and Anomalies roles
  4. Import fault and structure lines
  5. Use Outside Shade on key target polygons to focus attention
  6. Add labels for each named target
  7. Overlay on Satellite basemap to show terrain context
  8. Export at high resolution (3×) for technical presentations

Recommended Settings for Yukon

  • Basemap: Satellite
  • Design theme: Technical — Sharp Borders or Modern — Dark Indigo
  • Export format: PNG at 2× for investor presentations, PDF (Letter or A4) for NI 43-101 reports
  • Coordinate system: Ensure source data is in WGS84 (EPSG:4326)

Common Use Cases in Yukon

  • Exploration program planning
  • Investor technical presentations
  • JV partner presentations
  • Staking decisions

Frequently Asked Questions

What file format do I need for Yukon mineral claims data?
Yukon mineral claims boundaries are available from Yukon MapBrowser and can typically be downloaded as Shapefiles or KML. Convert these to GeoJSON at mapshaper.org before importing into Exploration Maps.
Who regulates mineral claims in Yukon?
Mineral claims in Yukon are regulated by the Yukon Energy, Mines and Resources. All tenure and claims data can be queried through Yukon MapBrowser.
What minerals are typically mapped in Yukon?
Yukon is known for its gold, silver, lead, zinc deposits. Key producing and exploration-stage properties include Coffee Gold, Casino, Minto. The main mining districts are Dawson, Mayo, Kluane.
Can I export a Yukon target generation map for an NI 43-101 report?
Yes. Exploration Maps exports PNG and PDF at 2–3× pixel ratio, suitable for inclusion in NI 43-101 technical reports as required figures. The export includes north arrow, scale bar, legend, and title block — all elements required for NI 43-101 compliance.