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Territorial
Between Intakes
Yukon Spark Tourism Micro-grant — Government of Yukon
Government of Yukon — Department of Tourism and Culture
Maximum Funding
$1K–$5K
Intake 3 closed at 4:30 pm on October 15, 2026. The fund runs repeating intak...
Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Varies
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
100%
Yukon Spark Tourism Micro-grant — Government of Yukon provides $1K–$5K. Micro-grants of $1,000 to $5,000 for Yukon-based individuals, businesses, First Nations governments, First Nation Development entities, and not-for-profits developing new or emerging visitor experiences; funding can cover up to 100% of eligible expenses. Intake 3 closed at 4:30 pm on October 15, 2026. The fund runs repeating intakes; Intake 4 has not been announced.
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Program Description
Micro-grants of $1,000 to $5,000 for Yukon-based individuals, businesses, First Nations governments, First Nation Development entities, and not-for-profits developing new or emerging visitor experiences; funding can cover up to 100% of eligible expenses.
Eligibility Requirements
- Open to Yukon-based individuals, businesses, First Nations governments, First Nation Development entities, and not-for-profit organizations.
- Must offer a new or emerging visitor experience.
- Not available to established entities expanding existing offerings.
- Intake 3 opens 15 August 2026 at 12:00 AM MST.
- Applications for Intake 3 must be submitted by 4:30 PM MST on 15 October 2026.
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Difficulty
Easy
Competition
Moderate
First-Timer
Friendly
Funding Details
- Amount
- $1K–$5K$1,000 to $5,000 per project; funding can cover up to 100% of eligible expenses
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Territorial
- Co-Funding
- Up to 100% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- Intake 3 closed at 4:30 pm on October 15, 2026. The fund runs repeating intakes; Intake 4 has not been announced.
Program Scorecard
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Competition
Moderate
Deadline
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Approval
Varies
Accessibility
3/5
Moderate — standard application process
Competition
3/5
Moderate competition — prepare a strong application
Difficulty
2/5
Easy — minimal documentation
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Insider TipThis intake opens 15 August 2026; pitch a genuinely new or emerging visitor experience, because expansion of existing offerings is explicitly excluded.
Rejection Pitfalls 6
- The applicant is an established entity seeking to expand its existing offerings
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Application Playbook
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Application Steps
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Check the project is new, not an expansion The fund supports new and emerging entrepreneurs developing innovative visitor experiences and services. It states plainly that it is not an opportunity for established entities to expand their existing offerings, so the novelty of the experience is the first test.
Required Documents 3
✓ An email address, to create a portal account and receive notifications
✓ An online application through the portal, which can be saved as a draft and submitted at any point before the deadline
Eligible Expenses 2
Ineligible Expenses 1
Intake Periods
Deadline Notes
Ineligible Organizations
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How much can I get?
Between $1,000 and $5,000. The exact amount depends on the project's scope, potential impact and feasibility, and funding can cover up to 100% of eligible expenses.
Do I need to put in my own money?
No. Funding can cover up to 100% of eligible expenses, so no applicant contribution is required.
When is the deadline?
Intake 3 opened at 12:00 AM MST on 15 August 2026 and closed at 4:30 pm MST on 15 October 2026. A fourth intake has not been announced.
Can I apply if I do not have a business yet?
Yes. The fund is aimed at Yukon-based individuals as well as businesses, First Nations governments, First Nation Development entities and not-for-profit organizations.
Can an existing tour operator apply?
Only for something genuinely new. The page states this is not an opportunity for established entities to expand their existing offerings, and the program's purpose is to support new and emerging entrepreneurs.
What do I need to start?
An email address to create an account and receive notifications. You can create the account and save your application at any time before the deadline.
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