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Northern Youth Cultural Fund
Funding for youth cultural activities in northern Saskatchewan
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
The Northern Youth Cultural Fund supports youth-focused cultural programs and activities up to $5,000. It funds cultural, artistic, and creative interactive projects for children and youth up to age 19 in northern Saskatchewan.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Arts and creative activities
- Heritage activities
- Dance
- Drama and theatre
- Music
- Camps with cultural or artistic content
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project budget
- Letters of support from community stakeholders, if available
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations in Saskatchewan, including Métis Locals/Regions
- First Nations, Tribal Councils, and municipalities in the Northern District
- Schools, libraries, and Friendship Centres in the Northern District
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Organizations that received SaskCulture or significant Sask Lotteries funding in the last year
- Organizations with outstanding grant follow-up reports
- Organizations receiving Annual Global Funding
- Districts for Sport, Culture and Recreation
Eligible expenses
- Facilitator, Elder, Traditional Knowledge Keeper, cultural worker, and program fees
- Travel and accommodation for facilitators and participants
- Facility and equipment rentals
- Supplies and materials for the activity
- Special event insurance, evaluation, advertising, and promotional costs
- Healthy nutrition costs directly tied to the activity, up to 20% of the grant
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating costs and salaries for existing staff
- Capital costs, major equipment, renovations, or repairs
- Food costs not directly tied to the cultural activity
- Retroactive program funding
- Activities focused mainly on sport, science, religion, coding, or regular school-hour programming
Eligible geographic areas
- Northern Saskatchewan
- Northern Sport, Culture and Recreation District
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed to confirm basic eligibility.
- Eligible applications are assessed by volunteer peer assessors.
- Applicants are notified of the decision within approximately 4 weeks after the deadline.
- Funding decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
- Approved applicants must keep receipts, submit a Follow-Up Report, and request approval for significant changes to fund use.
Additional information
- Applicants are advised to contact the NYCF consultant before submitting.
- An Accessibility Fund is available for applicants facing barriers such as language, technology, or accessibility challenges.
- Successful applicants must submit a Follow-Up Report within 45 days after the project ends.
- Sask Lotteries support must be acknowledged in relevant promotions and events.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Northern Youth Cultural Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Northern Youth Cultural Fund. 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.
What is the Northern Youth Cultural Fund?
The Northern Youth Cultural Fund supports youth-focused cultural programs and activities up to $5,000. It funds cultural, artistic, and creative interactive projects for children and youth up to age 19 in northern Saskatchewan.
How much funding can be received?
Northern Youth Cultural Fund Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Northern Youth Cultural Fund program?
To be eligible for the Northern Youth Cultural Fund program, you must:
Youth-focused cultural or creative project
For ages 19 and under
Within the Northern District
What expenses are eligible under Northern Youth Cultural Fund?
Arts and creative activities
Heritage activities
Dance
Drama and theatre
Music
Camps with cultural or artistic content
Where is the Northern Youth Cultural Fund available?
The Northern Youth Cultural Fund program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Northern Youth Cultural Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Northern Youth Cultural Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Northern Youth Cultural Fund?
Northern Youth Cultural Fund is funded by SaskCulture