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Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream

Funding for Saskatchewan book production and marketing

Offered by
Creative Saskatchewan
Official source: creativesask.ca

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Funding available
$ 15,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Who can apply
Saskatchewan self-publishers
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Overview

This program provides up to 50% of approved project costs, to a maximum of $10,000 per fiscal year. It supports Saskatchewan self-publishers and publishers working with Saskatchewan authors to produce and market eligible books, audiobooks, e-books, and reprints.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$15,000
Maximum share of project costs
50%
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Access new markets
  • Reach a new target audience
  • Launch or market a product/service

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Saskatchewan
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 3

Latest changes

Program guidelines updated

Creative Saskatchewan updated the General Program Guidelines and the Book Publishing Production Grant – Author-Funded Stream Guidelines with reorganized eligibility and application information, plus revised access to PDF guidance and contact links.

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Creative Saskatchewan updated the General Program Guidelines and the Book Publishing Production Grant – Author-Funded Stream Guidelines by reorganizing the content into core guideline sections and adding more explicit applicant guidance. The pages now show a direct PDF download for the current guidelines, while the prior contact, portal, and directory links are no longer visible in the excerpt. The updated general guidelines also add clearer program-family eligibility and overview language, so the visible applicant rules and program descriptions are easier to find. No deadline, funding amount, or early-closure change is visible in the updated text.

Official source: creativesask.ca
August 13, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Saskatchewan self-publishers
  • Saskatchewan publishers working with Saskatchewan authors
  • Established Saskatchewan authors
  • Corporations and individuals

Who is not eligible

  • Political organizations or parties
  • Religious organizations
  • Organizations that discriminate on protected grounds
  • Applicants for titles without complete and independent editorial control
  • Projects already funded by SK Arts or SaskCulture

Eligible expenses

  • Production expenses directly related to the project
  • Author and illustrator advances
  • Marketing expenses, up to 25% of each title’s budget
  • Eligible travel expenses under the program travel policy

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Activities already funded by SK Arts or SaskCulture
  • Author and illustrator royalties
  • Capital expenditures and in-kind expenses
  • Print-on-demand production and shipping costs for distribution
  • Titles without full editorial control, or by political, religious, or discriminatory organizations

Eligible geographic areas

  • Saskatchewan

Activities funded

  • Production of eligible books for commercial release
  • Publishing audiobooks and e-books
  • Reprints of eligible titles
  • Production of textbooks and teaching guides
  • Marketing and promotion of eligible book titles

How to apply

  • Read the General Guidelines and the stream-specific guidelines.
  • Book a consultation with a Program Advisor if you need support or have a draft ready for review.
  • Make any necessary edits and conduct a final proof.
  • Submit your final application through the Creative Saskatchewan online Grant Management System (GMS).

Documents Needed

  • Creative Saskatchewan budget template
  • Creative Saskatchewan travel itinerary template, if travel is part of the project budget
  • Budget line support documentation for all line items $500 and over

Selection criteria

  • Production plan and marketing strategy: /30
  • Team alignment and skillset: /5
  • Collaboration with Saskatchewan third-party service providers: /5
  • Return on investment: /10
  • Bonus points available for third-party investment and DEIA criteria

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are first reviewed by Creative Saskatchewan staff for completeness and eligibility.
  • Eligible applications are then assessed through an external review process.
  • Applicants are notified by email and through the Grant Management System.
  • Approved applicants receive a Letter of Commitment that must be signed by both parties.
  • Funding is released only after the agreement is executed and any conditions are met.

Additional information

  • Applications must be submitted through Creative Saskatchewan’s online Grant Management System.
  • Successful recipients must include Creative Saskatchewan’s logo in the book and on promotional materials.
  • Applications may be rejected if incomplete or if ineligible expenses exceed 50% of the project budget.

Contacts

office@creativesask.ca
306-798-9800

Official sources

Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream

Program guide

Book Publishing Production Grant - Author Funded Stream - Assessment CriteriaBook Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream GuidelinesGeneral Program Guidelines

Supporting document

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream Program

What is the Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream?

This program provides up to 50% of approved project costs, to a maximum of $10,000 per fiscal year. It supports Saskatchewan self-publishers and publishers working with Saskatchewan authors to produce and market eligible books, audiobooks, e-books, and reprints.

How much funding can be received?

Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream program?

To be eligible for the Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream program, you must: Saskatchewan author or publisher Commercial book project Meets general program rules

What expenses are eligible under Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream?

Production expenses directly related to the project Author and illustrator advances Marketing expenses, up to 25% of each title’s budget Eligible travel expenses under the program travel policy

Who can I contact for more information about the Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream?

You can contact Creative Saskatchewan by email at office@creativesask.ca or by phone at 306-798-9800.

Where is the Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream available?

The Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream program is available the province of Saskatchewan.

Is the Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Book Publishing Production Grant - Author-Funded Stream is a Grant and Funding