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Community Tourism Destination Development Fund
Funding for sustainable tourism development in Yukon
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 375,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Yukon, Canada
Overview
Receive financing to cover eligible expenditures for capital projects and non-capital projects that focus on sustainable tourism development in your community or region.
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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
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 375,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Community Tourism Destination Development Fund supports initiatives designed to enhance tourism services and infrastructure within communities or regions. Eligible projects range from collaborative efforts to capital upgrades for improving visitor experiences and market readiness.
- Development of umbrella projects in partnership with other eligible applicants for greater community impact.
- Projects that facilitate destination development to boost local tourism.
- Capital projects focused on bringing visitor experiences or services to market readiness.
- Initiatives aimed at increasing an organization’s capacity to offer visitor experiences or services.
- Projects aiming at enhancing visitor experiences or services within a community or region.
- Leasehold improvements with a minimum 5-year lease to achieve market readiness or increase available visitor services.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible applicants for the Community Tourism Destination Development Fund include Yukon-based businesses, First Nations governments, First Nations development entities, municipalities, and not-for-profit organizations.
Who is not eligible
Some types of companies that are not eligible for the Community Tourism Destination Development Fund include:
- Companies based outside of Yukon
- For-profit organizations not meeting the eligibility criteria
Eligible expenses
This fund supports projects in Yukon that contribute to sustainable tourism development by enhancing services and infrastructure. Eligible activities focus on collaborative approaches and improvements that can bring long-lasting benefits to the tourism sector.
- Partnership umbrella projects that enhance community-wide tourism impact.
- Projects facilitating destination development initiatives.
- Capital projects for making visitor experiences or services market-ready.
- Projects increasing an organization's capacity to deliver visitor services or experiences.
- Initiatives aimed at expanding visitor experiences or services in a community or region.
- Leasehold improvements under long-term agreements to boost market readiness and service offerings of visitor-dependent businesses.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is limited to companies and organizations that are based in a specific geographical area. The eligible area has been specified to target regional tourism development.
- Yukon-based businesses and entities.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The application process opens on September 1 at 4:30 pm for both funding tiers.
- The deadline for Tier 2 projects is 4:30 pm on November 15, and for Tier 1 projects, it is 4:30 pm on January 15.
- If application deadlines fall on a weekend or holiday, they are moved to the next business day.
- A second round of intake may occur if funds remain after the first round.
- Applicants are encouraged to contact the program administrator for guidance and application preparation before submitting their forms.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Tourism Destination Development Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Tourism Destination 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 Tourism Destination Development Fund?
Receive financing to cover eligible expenditures for capital projects and non-capital projects that focus on sustainable tourism development in your community or region.
How much funding can be received?
Community Tourism Destination Development Fund Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $375,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Tourism Destination Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Tourism Destination Development Fund program, you must:
The applicant must be based in Yukon.
Eligible applicants include businesses, First Nations governments, First Nations development entities, municipalities, or not-for-profit organizations.
What expenses are eligible under Community Tourism Destination Development Fund?
The Community Tourism Destination Development Fund supports initiatives designed to enhance tourism services and infrastructure within communities or regions. Eligible projects range from collaborative efforts to capital upgrades for improving visitor experiences and market readiness. Development of umbrella projects in partnership with other eligible applicants for greater community impact.
Projects that facilitate destination development to boost local tourism.
Capital projects focused on bringing visitor experiences or services to market readiness.
Initiatives aimed at increasing an organization’s capacity to offer visitor experiences or services.
Projects aiming at enhancing visitor experiences or services within a community or region.
Leasehold improvements with a minimum 5-year lease to achieve market readiness or increase available visitor services.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Tourism Destination Development Fund?
You can contact Government of Yukon by email at destinationmanagement@yukon.ca or by phone at 867-667-8723.
Where is the Community Tourism Destination Development Fund available?
The Community Tourism Destination Development Fund program is available the province of Yukon.
Is the Community Tourism Destination Development Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Tourism Destination Development Fund is a Grant and Funding