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Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) - Newfoundland and Labrador - Canada
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Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP)

Seed funding for innovative Northern teams
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Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP)
Official source: arcticinspirationprize.ca
Latest source update
Last Update: May 4, 2026
Latest change: The AIP content now focuses on detailed eligibility rules, team requirements, project fit, and prize-specific funding conditions across the three categories.
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AIP eligibility and prize rules updated
The AIP page has shifted from a general home-style overview to a detailed eligibility and selection guide for the Arctic Inspiration Prize, including the $1 Million, AIP, and AIYP categories. It now sets out who can apply, how teams must be structured, what kinds of projects are eligible, where projects must take place, and the buy-in and funding rules that apply to each category.
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
January 19, 2026
Location
Nord-du-Québec, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
Who can apply

Diverse Northern teams

See full eligibility

Overview

The Arctic Inspiration Prize provides seed funding for Northern teams with innovative ideas. It supports new projects in areas such as education, health, culture, traditional knowledge, climate change, food security, and the economy, with awards of up to $1 million, $500,000, or $100,000 depending on the category.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop team skills
  • Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
  • Up to 20% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Nord-du-Québec
  • Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • Canadians
  • Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
  • Primary and Secondary Education
  • Higher Education
  • Other Education
  • Research
  • Other Health Services
  • Social Services
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Employment and Training
  • Civic and Advocacy Organizations
  • Grant-making Foundations
  • Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
  • Children and Youth Organizations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • General public
  • Children & youth
  • Young adults
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Artists / creatives
  • Academia / students
  • Community leaders
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
  • Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
  • Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
  • Fee-for-service model
Scope
  • Regional
  • National
  • International

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • New projects that create positive change in Northern communities
  • Projects in education, health, culture, traditional knowledge, science, climate change, food security, or the economy
  • Projects ready to be launched with community support

Documents Needed

  • Nomination template
  • Nomination letter from an official AIP Ambassador/Nominator
  • Letter of Intent or Inspiration Proposal, if submitted
  • Project budget details in the required template

Official resources

Official page

The Arctic Inspiration Prize

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Diverse Northern teams
  • Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations in the Arctic North
  • Youth-led teams for the Youth Prize

Who is not eligible

  • Individuals acting alone
  • Teams that are not diverse for the $1 Million and AIP categories
  • Organizations or individuals not exclusively Northern as nominees or fund recipients
  • Projects led by team members or connected organizations serving as Ambassadors/Nominators

Eligible expenses

  • Project activities supported by seed funding
  • In-kind and cash contributions from partners

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Projects that only collect and store knowledge
  • Single activities such as conferences, workshops, or meetings, unless part of a broader action plan
  • Continuation, expansion, or duplication of an existing project by the same team

Eligible geographic areas

  • Yukon
  • Northwest Territories
  • Inuvialuit Settlement Region
  • Nunavut
  • Nunavik
  • Nunatsiavut

Selection criteria

  • Team diversity and Northern participation.
  • Project novelty and innovation.
  • Impact in the target communities.
  • Sustainability through partner and team buy-in.
  • Accountability, including leadership and reporting.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Develop the idea
    • Define a new project that addresses a Northern need.
    • Build a diverse team and choose the right prize category.
  • Step 2: Optional feedback request
    • Submit an Inspiration Proposal or Letter of Intent for feedback on eligibility.
    • For the Youth Prize, use the youth application pathway.
  • Step 3: Prepare the nomination
    • Complete the current nomination template in full.
    • Use the nomination guide and include all required sections.
    • Obtain the official Ambassador/Nominator letter.
  • Step 4: Submit the application
    • Email the complete nomination package as a single file to the AIP office.
    • If email fails, upload the file through the provided SharePoint link.
    • Submit before the deadline.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are first reviewed for eligibility by AIP staff.
  • Eligible nominations are reviewed by regional selection committees.
  • Finalists are then reviewed by the national selection committee.
  • Winners are announced at the awards ceremony.

Additional information

  • An optional Inspiration Proposal can be submitted first for feedback on eligibility.
  • All nominations must include a letter from an official Ambassador/Nominator.
  • The current nomination template must be used and fully completed.

Contacts

aip@rhf-frh.ca
867-222-0220

Frequently Asked Questions about the Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) Program

What is the Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP)?

The Arctic Inspiration Prize provides seed funding for Northern teams with innovative ideas. It supports new projects in areas such as education, health, culture, traditional knowledge, climate change, food security, and the economy, with awards of up to $1 million, $500,000, or $100,000 depending on the category.

How much funding can be received?

Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) Funds up to 20% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) program?

To be eligible for the Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) program, you must: New, innovative project Northern-led team Relevant to Arctic communities

What expenses are eligible under Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP)?

New projects that create positive change in Northern communities Projects in education, health, culture, traditional knowledge, science, climate change, food security, or the economy Projects ready to be launched with community support

Who can I contact for more information about the Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP)?

You can contact Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) by email at aip@rhf-frh.ca or by phone at 867-222-0220.

Where is the Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) available?

The Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) program is available Nord-du-Québec, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon.

Is the Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) is a Grant and Funding