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Festivals and Special Event Grant
Support for Whitehorse community festivals and events
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Closing date : August 31, 2026
Location
Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Overview
The City of Whitehorse supports special community events and festival celebrations that create vibrant experiences for residents and visitors. Funding and in-kind support are available for eligible festivals, special events, and signature events held in Whitehorse.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : August 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Whitehorse
- Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Organization of festivals and special community events in Whitehorse
- Organization of signature events with strong community and economic impact
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documentation
- Board minutes
- Board resolution confirming responsibility for event revenue generation
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Whitehorse registered non-profit societies in good standing
- Community organizations with a not-for-profit mandate
Who is not eligible
- For-profit commercial ventures
- Individuals or private enterprises
- Organizations seeking funding for conferences or meetings
- Events with a special-interest-only audience
- Fundraising events
Eligible expenses
- In-kind support related to the event
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital costs
- Staff wages or remuneration
- Fees for City facilities or City parks
- Conferences and meetings
- Retroactive funding for events already held
- Fundraising events
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Whitehorse
Selection criteria
- Event held within City limits.
- Evidence of community support, volunteers, partners, and audience participation.
- Uniqueness of the event and broad community outreach.
- Clear objectives, measurable benefits, and sound management.
- Environmental practices and, for signature events, economic and media impact.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application
- Complete the application form.
- Gather the required supporting documentation.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Deliver the completed application package to Parks and Community Development at 4061 Fourth Avenue, or mail it to Parks and Community Development, 2121 Second Avenue, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 1C2.
- Ensure the application is received by 4:30 p.m. on August 31.
- Registered mail postmarked August 31 is accepted.
- Step 3: Await review
- The application is reviewed for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with the policy.
- The assessment team considers applications within three weeks after the deadline.
- Step 4: Council decision
- The assessment team makes recommendations to City Council for funding and in-kind support.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness, accuracy, and policy compliance.
- Eligible applications are reviewed by an assessment team within three weeks after the deadline.
- The team makes recommendations to City Council for funding and in-kind support.
- Approved recipients must submit a final report and financial statement after the event.
Additional information
- Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
- Signature events may be considered for multi-year funding, subject to available resources.
- Approved applicants must recognize City of Whitehorse support on promotional materials.
- A final report and financial statement are required after the event.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Festivals and Special Event Grant Program
What is the Festivals and Special Event Grant?
The City of Whitehorse supports special community events and festival celebrations that create vibrant experiences for residents and visitors. Funding and in-kind support are available for eligible festivals, special events, and signature events held in Whitehorse.
How much funding can be received?
Festivals and Special Event Grant Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Festivals and Special Event Grant program?
To be eligible for the Festivals and Special Event Grant program, you must:
Non-profit or community organization
Event in Whitehorse
City mandate activities
What expenses are eligible under Festivals and Special Event Grant?
Organization of festivals and special community events in Whitehorse
Organization of signature events with strong community and economic impact
Where is the Festivals and Special Event Grant available?
The Festivals and Special Event Grant program is available the province of Yukon.
Is the Festivals and Special Event Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Festivals and Special Event Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Festivals and Special Event Grant?
Festivals and Special Event Grant is funded by City of Whitehorse