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Culture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program - Inuit Language Promotion and Protection Grants
Last Update: February 4, 2026
NU, Canada
Supports activities to promote, teach, and preserve Inuktut in communities.
Grant and Funding
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Raise awareness and mobilize the public
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nunavut
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Overview
This program offers grants of up to $15,000 to support initiatives that promote, teach, and preserve Inuktut at the community level. It aims to increase public awareness and appreciation of Inuktut's cultural and linguistic significance, particularly during celebrations like Uqausirmut Quviasuutiqarniq.
Activities funded
- Community language classes and workshops.
- Inuktut cultural preservation projects.
- Public awareness campaigns about Inuktut language and culture.
Examples of admissible projects:
Developing Inuktut language learning resources for community use
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals engaged in Inuktut language activities.
- Non-profit organizations working in Inuit culture and language.
- Municipal governments or community groups in Nunavut.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities not related to Inuktut language promotion or preservation.
- Projects outside Nunavut or not aligned with Inuit cultural objectives.
Selection criteria
- The relevance of the project to Inuktut promotion and preservation.
- Community impact and engagement level.
- Feasibility and clarity of the project plan.
- Potential for cultural significance and sustainability.
How to apply
Register on the application portal.Complete the project proposal form.Submit supporting documents.Review confirmation and follow-up communications.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications will be reviewed by the funding body for eligibility and relevance.
- Notification of decisions will be communicated to applicants.
- Funding agreements will be finalized before disbursement.
- Funding is contingent on meeting all agreed terms and conditions.
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