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Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream

Funding for Saskatchewan book publishing projects

Offered by
Creative Saskatchewan
Official source: creativesask.ca

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Funding available
$ 40,000
Up to 50% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Who can apply
Saskatchewan book publishers
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Overview

This program supports the production and marketing of commercially released books by Saskatchewan publishers. Funding can reach up to $40,000 or 50% of the approved project budget, depending on the assessment result.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$40,000
Maximum share of project costs
50%
Financing goals
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Optimize production processes
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Access new markets
  • Reach a new target audience
  • Launch or market a product/service
  • Ensure financial sustainability

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

Book Publishing Grant content updated

The Book Publishing Production Grant materials now show revised applicant guidance, assessor tips, and updated assessment criteria, including new evidence options and clarified funding limits.

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The Book Publishing Production Grant materials now show updated process guidance and assessment rules. The assessment criteria add bank statements as acceptable evidence for the May 20, 2026 net sales criterion, and the guidelines now emphasize assessor tips on defining the project, strategy, evidence, and review. The guidelines also clarify key program rules, including a 50% funding cap and a $40,000 per-fiscal maximum across the Book Publishers’ Stream and the Author-Funded Stream. The visible page content also tightens the applicant guidance by removing the older step-by-step prep checklist and replacing it with shorter application instructions and assessor-focused advice.

Official source: creativesask.ca
July 8, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Saskatchewan book publishers
  • Publishers with commercial book production activity

Who is not eligible

  • Author-funded projects
  • Political organizations or parties
  • Religious organizations
  • Organizations that discriminate on protected grounds
  • Projects already funded by SK Arts or SaskCulture

Eligible expenses

  • Production expenses directly related to the project
  • Author and illustrator advances
  • Marketing costs up to 10% of each title budget
  • Eligible travel expenses
  • Labour and contracted services directly tied to the project

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Author-funded projects
  • Print-on-demand production expenses
  • Shipping and distribution costs
  • Capital and in-kind expenses
  • Royalties, core operations, and office costs

Eligible geographic areas

  • Saskatchewan

Activities funded

  • Production of books intended for commercial release
  • Production of audiobooks and e-books
  • Production of textbooks and teaching guides
  • Marketing linked to the book production project

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review program guidelines
    • Read the general guidelines and the stream-specific guidelines
    • Check the assessment criteria and required templates
  • Step 2: Prepare the application
    • Complete the application in the Grant Management System
    • Upload the budget template and supporting documents
    • Include the project financing structure and travel itinerary if needed
  • Step 3: Submit online
    • Submit the final application through the Grant Management System before the deadline
    • Resubmit if the application is returned as incomplete or requires information

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form in the Grant Management System
  • Project budget using the current template
  • Project financing structure
  • Travel itinerary, if travel is included
  • Support documents for budget items of $500 or more

Selection criteria

  • Evidence of book sales must be included to receive points, using audited financial statements, review engagements, or bank statements.
  • Demonstrated net sales of own titles in the previous 24 months (from application submission date).
  • Demonstrated market reach through distribution.
  • Number of titles produced in the previous 24 months.
  • Diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility representation, including someone who lives in a northern, rural, or small urban community, defined as living greater than 50 KM outside of Regina or Saskatoon.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are first reviewed by Creative Saskatchewan staff for eligibility and completeness
  • Eligible applications are then assessed against the published criteria after the deadline
  • Applicants receive results by email and through the Grant Management System
  • Approved applicants receive a Letter of Commitment with the funding terms
  • The agreement must be signed before funding is released

Additional information

  • Applications are submitted through Creative Saskatchewan’s online Grant Management System.
  • Successful recipients must acknowledge Creative Saskatchewan’s support in the book and on promotional materials.
  • Applicants may apply for another grant before completing a current one.
  • Project changes or major budget variances require prior approval.

Contacts

office@creativesask.ca
306-798-9800

Official sources

Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream

Program guide

2026 27 BPP Book Publishers CLEANBook Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers' Stream - Assessment CriteriaBook Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream Guidelines
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream Program

What is the Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream?

This program supports the production and marketing of commercially released books by Saskatchewan publishers. Funding can reach up to $40,000 or 50% of the approved project budget, depending on the assessment result.

How much funding can be received?

Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $40,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream program?

To be eligible for the Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream program, you must: Saskatchewan publisher At least two books sold Commercial release focus

What expenses are eligible under Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream?

Production expenses directly related to the project Author and illustrator advances Marketing costs up to 10% of each title budget Eligible travel expenses Labour and contracted services directly tied to the project

Who can I contact for more information about the Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ 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 - Book Publishers’ Stream available?

The Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream program is available the province of Saskatchewan.

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

Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream is a Grant and Funding