Canada's Yukon Territory is recognized as one of the best jurisdictions anywhere for mineral exploration and development and was ranked fourth worldwide for exploration by The Fraser Institute in its Survey of Mining Companies: 2010 Mid-Year Update. The Yukon boasts a favorable regulatory environment, good infrastructure and vast areas of still unexplored ground.

The Yukon's modern-day mining history began with the famous Klondike Gold Rush of 1896-98. Over the years, the province has experienced several exploration and mining booms, mostly concurrent with metals cycles and major discoveries.

Due to a flurry of mineral discoveries in recent years, both major and junior mining companies have descended upon two primary regions of the province: The company has two properties in the Finlayson district, the Vivi and the Andy property.