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Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream
Funding for Saskatchewan book publishing projects
Last Update: May 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 40,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 29, 2026
- Closing date : June 10, 2026
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Develop a new product or service
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 29, 2026
- Closing date : June 10, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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
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
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Book Publishing Production Grant - Book Publishers’ Stream. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
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.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **June 10, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
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 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
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.