Story
This freighter was built in 1936 by White Pass & Yukon Railway in Whitehorse, YT.
Historical Notes
During the Second World War this vessel carried equipment and supplies in support of the construction of the Alaska Highway. This vessel was powered by a steam engine from the first Casca. This vessel was last used in 1951. This vessel was burned in an arson case in 1974.
Owners & Masters
In 1936 she was owned by The British Yukon Navigation Co., Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1960 she was transferred to the Canadian Government.
In 1958 she was owned by the British Yukon Navigation Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.
Name Significance
The name is supposed to be from Kaska (a band of Athbascan first nations).
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- Affleck, Edward L. (2000)
