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Community Development Fund
Funding for projects, events and initiatives in Yukon
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Yukon, Canada
Overview
Access up to $75,000 to cover up to 90% of eligible costs for projects, events and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic and social benefits to Yukon communities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Research
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- National
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New construction projects that benefit the community.
- Renovations, restorations, or physical improvements to buildings or land.
- Knowledge or skill development initiatives.
- Research and planning activities for community benefit.
- Programs and events promoting economic, social, or cultural growth.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit societies
- Not-for-profit corporations incorporated under the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act and based in Yukon
- Charitable organizations
- Municipal governments
- First Nations governments and First Nation development corporations undertaking community-level initiatives
Who is not eligible
There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. Non-eligible companies include:
- For-profit corporations
- Businesses not based in Yukon
Eligible expenses
- New construction costs related to community projects or events.
- Expenses for renovations, restorations, and physical improvements to buildings or lands.
- Costs associated with knowledge or skill development initiatives.
- Expenditures for research and project planning.
- Program and event implementation expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
- Yukon
Additional information
- Funding recipients are listed in annual reports covering prior years, accessible for review.
- If an application deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, it is moved to the next business day at 4:30 pm.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Development Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Development Fund. 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 Community Development Fund?
Access up to $75,000 to cover up to 90% of eligible costs for projects, events and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic and social benefits to Yukon communities.
How much funding can be received?
Community Development Fund Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Development Fund program, you must:
First Nation development corporations undertaking community-level initiatives
What expenses are eligible under Community Development Fund?
New construction projects that benefit the community.
Renovations, restorations, or physical improvements to buildings or land.
Knowledge or skill development initiatives.
Research and planning activities for community benefit.
Programs and events promoting economic, social, or cultural growth.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Development Fund?
You can contact Government of Yukon by email at cdf@yukon.ca or by phone at 867-667-8125.
Where is the Community Development Fund available?
The Community Development Fund program is available the province of Yukon.
Is the Community Development Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Development Fund is a Grant and Funding
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