Why is the Yukon territory referred to as the land of the midnight sun?

The Yukon territory is referred to as the "Land of the Midnight Sun" because of its northern latitude, which experiences at least one 24-hour period of daylight each year. This phenomenon, known as the midnight sun, occurs due to the tilt of the Earth's axis relative to its orbit. While theoretically the poles experience six months of continuous daylight and six months of darkness, the actual duration of light and dark is influenced by twilight periods. The Yukon's location in this region means that during the summer months, the sun remains visible above the horizon for extended periods, creating the effect of a "midnight sun".1