between phases. “We had to have everything buttoned up before October 15,” says Jay. “That meant being completely dialed in with our contractor on material deliveries and scheduling.” Engineering the new runway also required innovation. “We had to basically line up a brand-new runway with an old runway and make them mesh together,” says Jay. Integrating new and legacy systems presented challenges, especially with the airfield lighting, which had to be adapted to ensure functionality and safety. The region’s climate added another layer of complexity. “We can see +30°C in the summer and -40°C or -50°C in the winter,” says Jay. “Our consulting team took special care in designing the asphalt mix to withstand those temperature swings. We even added fibers to the mix to minimize cracking and prevent debris formation.” The result is a surface expected to last at least 25 years before major rehabilitation is needed. PARTNERSHIPS AND LOGISTICS Delivering a project of this magnitude in the North required extraordinary coordination among suppliers, contractors, and governments. “While we may appear remote on a map, Whitehorse is actually a significant connector for communities throughout 58 JAN 2026 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA Group image of YG, FCC and AE project team taken September 2025. (Photo Credit: FlatironDragados)
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