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Kakivak Association — Small Tool Grants
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Nunavut, Canada
Funding for Inuit artists and craftspeople to buy essential tools
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Kakivak Association Small Tool Grants provide up to $1,000 for carving tools and up to $2,500 for sewing machines to support artists and craftspeople in purchasing essential tools and supplies. Funding covers the acquisition of carving tools once every five years and a sewing machine once per lifetime for eligible applicants.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Qikiqtani
- Nunavut
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Activities funded
- Projects to acquire essential carving tools required to produce artwork or craft products.
- Projects to acquire sewing machines needed to create or expand production of sewn goods or garments.
- Initiatives by artists or craftspeople to enhance their capacity to produce and sell handmade products through improved tooling.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 1,000
Buying carving tools for a young artist collective
$ 2,500
Acquisition of sewing machines for community textile workshops
$ 1,000
Purchase of advanced carving tools for traditional Inuit art creation
$ 2,500
Setting up sewing machines for a community quilting project
$ 1,000
Upgrade of carpentry tools for a traditional boat-building course
$ 2,500
Purchase of specialized sewing machines for a small fashion design studio
Eligibility
- The applicant must be an artist or craftsperson.
- The funding requested must be for the purchase of tools and supplies related to carving or sewing (such as carving tools or sewing machines).
- The applicant must not have received a Small Tool Grant for carving tools within the previous five years.
- The applicant must not have previously received a sewing machine grant from this program.
Who is eligible?
- Artists
- Craftspeople
Eligible expenses
- Purchase of carving tools.
- Purchase of sewing machines.
- Purchase of related tools and supplies for artists and craftspeople.
Eligible geographic areas
- Inuit artists or craftspeople located in the Qikiqtani Region.
How to apply
1
Consultation with Business Development Officer
- Contact Kakivak's Business Services Department to schedule an appointment with a Business Development Officer.
- Discuss your business goals and determine eligibility for the desired grant.
2
Complete Application Form
- Download the PDF version of the relevant application form from the Kakivak website.
- Fill in all required sections with accurate business information and project details.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
- Prepare supporting documentation as required, such as business plans, financial statements, and proof of Inuit ownership.
- Ensure all documents are complete and up-to-date.
4
Submission of Application
- Submit the completed application form and supporting documents to Kakivak's Business Services Department.
- Applications can be submitted in person at the office or sent via mail.
5
Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive confirmation of receipt from Kakivak upon submission of application.
- Follow up with the Business Development Officer for updates on the application status.
Additional information
- Artists and craftspeople can access a PDF version of the Small Tool Grants application directly from the Kakivak Association website.
- The Small Tool Grants are delivered through Kakivak’s Business Services Department, which also offers advisory support to applicants.
- Business Development Officers are available by appointment to provide guidance related to the Small Tool Grants program.
- The Small Tool Grants are listed alongside other Kakivak business support measures, indicating they form part of a broader suite of Inuit business development services.
