Cultural Communications Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Cultural Communications Program Funds up to 50000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Cultural Communications Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Cultural Communications Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Cultural Communications Program?

Cultural Communications Program is funded by Government of Nunavut

Q: Who is eligible for the Cultural Communications Program program?

To be eligible for the Cultural Communications Program program, you must: • Non-profit organizations or municipal corporations are eligible. • Must be involved in preserving, portraying, or promoting culture in Nunavut through communications initiatives.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Cultural Communications Program?

You can contact Government of Nunavut.

Q: Where is the Cultural Communications Program available?

The Cultural Communications Program program is available the province of Nunavut.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the Cultural Communications Program program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the Cultural Communications Program program.

Last Update: October 28, 2025

NU, Canada

Supports cultural preservation and promotion through communication initiatives in Nunavut

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $50,000

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Funds Providers

Government of Nunavut

Program status

Open

Overview

The Cultural Communications Program offers up to $50,000 in funding to support projects dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and portrayal of culture in Nunavut through communications initiatives. Eligible activities include radio shows, web series, youth mentoring, on-the-land programs, and information or consultation projects.

Financing terms and conditions

Maximum contribution per project is $50,000, subject to available funding.
Payments are issued in two installments as specified in the Conditional Contribution Agreement.
Contributions are limited to once per fiscal year, with a reporting period from April 1 to March 31.
The government’s financial liability is limited strictly to the amount of funding awarded; no coverage for budget shortfalls or deficits.

Activities funded

Production of radio shows focused on cultural themes.
Creation of web series that promote and portray local culture.
Youth mentoring initiatives related to cultural communication.
On-the-land programs that support cultural transmission and knowledge-sharing.
Information and consultation initiatives centered on cultural preservation and promotion.

Eligibility

The applicant must be an individual, a non-profit organization, or a municipal corporation.
The project must be actively involved in the preservation, portrayal, or promotion of culture through communications initiatives in Nunavut.

Who is eligible?

Individuals engaged in cultural communications
Non-profit organizations involved in cultural initiatives
Municipal corporations participating in cultural promotion and preservation

Who is not eligible

For-profit businesses.
Organizations other than individuals, non-profit entities, or municipal corporations.

Eligible geographic areas

Nunavut

Selection criteria

Completeness and clarity of the project description and objectives.
Detail and feasibility of the proposed budget (including revenues and expenditures).
Plausibility of the timeline for project completion.

How to apply

Verify eligibility requirements

Review eligibility to ensure applicant is an individual, non-profit organization, or municipal corporation
Confirm cultural communication project aligns with program objectives

Prepare funding proposal

Prepare a detailed project description
Outline project objectives, budget (revenues and expenditures), and timeline
Complete the funding proposal form as required by the department

Submit funding proposal

Submit completed funding proposal to the responsible department
Ensure all required documents and information are included

Proposal review process

Proposal is reviewed by the Working Group
Recommendations are made to the Director of Heritage for decision
If urgent, Director of Heritage may assess directly

Receive funding decision

Receive decision from the department regarding funding approval
If accepted, review the Conditional Contribution Agreement

Receive funds and start project

Receive payments in two installments as per agreement
Adhere to the project timeline and budget

Submit achievement report

Prepare and submit an achievement report comparing results to initial expectations
Comply with all reporting and audit requirements as outlined in the policy

Additional information

The maximum funding that can be awarded per project is $50,000, depending on available financial resources.
Funding recipients are required to provide an achievement report comparing project outcomes to proposals.
The review process is conducted annually, but projects requiring urgent assessment may be approved directly by the Director of Heritage if necessary.
Payment is distributed in two installments as stated in the Conditional Contribution Agreement.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Cultural Communications Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cultural Communications Program. 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.