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Inuktut Songwriting Contest

Q: What is the Inuktut Songwriting Contest?

The Inuktut Songwriting Contest provides up to $5,000 to Nunavut residents to encourage the creation and increased use of Inuktut in music. The program supports original songwriting that promotes the development and revitalization of the Inuktut language.

Q: Where is the Inuktut Songwriting Contest available?

The Inuktut Songwriting Contest program is available the province of Nunavut.

Q: Is the Inuktut Songwriting Contest a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Inuktut Songwriting Contest is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Inuktut Songwriting Contest?

Inuktut Songwriting Contest is funded by Government of Nunavut

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Inuktut Songwriting Contest?

You can contact Government of Nunavut.

Last Update: March 4, 2026

NU, Canada

Supports Nunavut songwriters promoting Inuktut language in music

Grant and Funding

Government of Nunavut

At a glance

Overview

How to apply

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Nunavut

Legal structures

All legal structures

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples
Language Minorities
Rural or Northern Residents
Youth (<40)

Overview

The Inuktut Songwriting Contest provides up to $5,000 to Nunavut residents to encourage the creation and increased use of Inuktut in music. The program supports original songwriting that promotes the development and revitalization of the Inuktut language.

How to apply

Review contest guidelines

Review the contest guidelines for eligibility and entry procedures
Access the guidelines on the Department of Culture and Heritage website or contact the department

Verify eligibility requirements

Ensure you are a Nunavut resident
Prepare for possible travel or cash prize receipt if under 18, with a parent or guardian

Prepare submission materials

Record an audio version of your original song (tape, CD, or digital)
Prepare a typed lyric sheet in Inuktut (syllabics or roman orthography)
Collect your personal information: name, address, email, and phone number
For co-written songs, obtain signed letter of agreement from all writers

Submit application package

Submit your audio recording, lyric sheet, and all required information as per the guidelines

Await evaluation and results

Your submission is reviewed for eligibility by the Manager, Inuktut Language Promotion and Revitalization or their designate
Judges review eligible entries and select winners

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Inuktut Songwriting Contest Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Inuktut Songwriting Contest. 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.