The Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre, located in Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, is a museum and cultural space dedicated to the presentation and preservation of the First Nations and scientific history of the vast subcontinent called Beringia (a land bridge that stretched from the Yukon to Siberia). The Centre brings to life the science and stories of this unique period through exhibits featuring extinct megafauna like woolly mammoths and scimitar cats, archaeological discoveries, and Indigenous knowledge.
Operated by the Yukon Government’s Department of Tourism and Culture, the Centre plays a key role in education, cultural preservation, and tourism. It serves a diverse audience: local school groups, curious travelers, and researchers alike. With a focus on storytelling, science communication, and cultural awareness, the Centre needed a digital presence that could reflect the richness of its mission—both visually and functionally.
By late 2024, their website was long overdue for a refresh. Still running on Drupal 7, it lacked modern design, clear navigation, and the backend flexibility required to support its goals and growing audiences.
The Centre was looking for more than just a technical upgrade. In our initial meeting, the Beringia team shared their desire for a website that was dynamic and customized—something that truly reflected the Centre’s unique character and goals. While government sites often prioritize structure and consistency, this project called for a more expressive and engaging design. We demonstrated how we could bring that vision to life. That early alignment built trust and set the tone for more creative, collaborative decision-making throughout the process.
Bizont was selected through a competitive RFP process, recognized for our local insight, approachable and responsive team, understanding of government funding timelines, and ability to deliver high-quality results on tight timelines.
We began by understanding the Centre’s goals:
Move from Drupal 7 to Drupal 11, replacing an outdated platform with a cleaner, more future-proof backend
Modernize the site’s look, feel, and structure to better compete with other museums in the region and create a more visually engaging visitor experience
Improve user friendliness and navigation, making it easier for people to find what they’re looking for—whether that’s exhibit information, rental details, or educational resources
Lay the foundation for a future educator-focused content strategy, including videos and teaching resources
The redesigned site launched in Spring 2025. Early wins include:
Positive feedback on improved usability and structure
Improved visibility into how users navigate the site
A stronger foundation for future content growth, particularly for educators
Greater alignment between the Centre’s physical presence and its digital front door
Projects like this remind us why being based in the Yukon matters. Our proximity allowed us to understand the local context, from seasonal workflows to budget timelines, while our size made it possible to stay agile and responsive throughout the project.
Early trust and alignment lead to better outcomes—we invest time upfront to understand what success looks like for each client.
With a local presence and international expertise, Bizont brings a unique blend of perspectives and insight to every project.
This project required thoughtful navigation of several common hurdles, including both technical challenges and organizational complexities.
