About us
A lifelong dedication to memorable experiences
Our main priority is crafting experiences that bring you magic and joy.
Our story
Our Vision
Creating a first-class experience for our guests is what we strive for. We are proud to present the Yukon, our home, to our guests and are grateful that we share this unique Yukon experience with you.
over 20 years
Since 2001 we've been bringing people from all around the world into the Yukon wilderness.
650+
Positive reviews on TripAdvisor.
Our Team
We live in the Yukon and we love it. We can't wait to share that magic with you.
Emily Kalil
CEO
Emily brings many years of experience to her role at Northern Tales. Spending the majority of her life in Outdoor Education and Summer Camps, Emily has also been part of the Tourism sector holding guiding roles of dogsledding, canoeing and hiking.
Throughout her career, Emily has held positions on the board of the BC Camping Association and over a decade of senior leadership and management, thriving in her field. She is a gravitational pull to success and strives to create cohesion and kindness in every community. In addition to her logistics and management expertise, she holds a strong skillset in the backcountry where she continues to spend her free time.
Emily brings many years of experience to her role at Northern Tales. Spending the majority of her life in Outdoor Education and Summer Camps, Emily has also been part of the Tourism sector holding guiding roles of dogsledding, canoeing and hiking.
Throughout her career, Emily has held positions on the board of the BC Camping Association and over a decade of senior leadership and management, thriving in her field. She is a gravitational pull to success and strives to create cohesion and kindness in every community. In addition to her logistics and management expertise, she holds a strong skillset in the backcountry where she continues to spend her free time.
Aaron Ratko
CEO
Aaron brings with him 20 years of experiential and outdoor education & recreation professionalism. He has brought his inclusive facilitation, group management skills and his directorship experience to our team which he acquired from his previous work in Tourism, Outdoor Education, Leadership Development Centres and Summer Camps across Canada. Aaron graduated from Brock University with a bachelor’s degree in Recreation & Leisure Studies, focusing on Outdoor Recreation & Therapeutic Recreation which he uses to further his passion; to create opportunities for outdoor adventure to everyone. He looks forward to continuing his work with Northern Tales, to continue to blend a sense of adventure and positive group development within the community of Whitehorse and those visiting The Yukon.
Aaron brings with him 20 years of experiential and outdoor education & recreation professionalism. He has brought his inclusive facilitation, group management skills and his directorship experience to our team which he acquired from his previous work in Tourism, Outdoor Education, Leadership Development Centres and Summer Camps across Canada. Aaron graduated from Brock University with a bachelor’s degree in Recreation & Leisure Studies, focusing on Outdoor Recreation & Therapeutic Recreation which he uses to further his passion; to create opportunities for outdoor adventure to everyone. He looks forward to continuing his work with Northern Tales, to continue to blend a sense of adventure and positive group development within the community of Whitehorse and those visiting The Yukon.
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