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Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund - NT - Canada

Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund

Last Update: July 22, 2025
NT, Canada
Funding for tourism industry training in NWT

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • Max. $6,000
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : January 1, 2023
  • Closing date : May 22, 2024
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Closed

Overview

Access up to $6,000 per year and per application to cover up to 75% of eligible costs for short-term training opportunities for tourism workers to gain new skills and for tourism operators to support and encourage a well-trained tourism labour force.

Financing terms and conditions

The Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund provides structured financial support designed to enhance the skills of individuals and groups in the tourism sector. Funding is carefully distributed to maximize impact and promote the development of a competent workforce.
  • Maximum funding of $3,000 for individual applications.
  • Maximum funding of $6,000 for business or group applications.
  • Equity contribution requirement of 25% for general training courses.
  • Increased equity requirement of 50% for refresher or recertification training.

Activities funded

The Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund supports training initiatives that enhance the skills and professionalism of tourism workers. Eligible projects focus on short, formal training courses that are accessible either in-person or through distance education formats.
  • In-person tourism-related courses or workshops less than 12 weeks in duration.
  • Online tourism-related courses or workshops less than 12 weeks in duration.
  • Courses that combine in-person and online education, focusing on enhancing tourism service skills.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 3,975
Sustainable tourism workshop for enhancing eco-friendly practices in tourism services
$ 2,925
Language training course for tour guides to enhance guest experiences
$ 3,000
Digital marketing workshop to enhance online presence of local tourism businesses
$ 3,750
Advanced culinary skills workshop for chefs at local restaurants
$ 2,625
Customer service enhancement course for staff at a local bed and breakfast
$ 4,125
Wine tasting training for sommeliers at local wineries to enhance tourism experiences

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's sector and collaborative efforts in training activities.
  • The applicant must be a business or not-for-profit tourism association or organization engaged in the tourism sector in the NWT.
  • Formal volunteers, such as those involved in festivals or events, may be considered under group funding.
  • A group can also consist of individuals from various NWT tourism businesses collaborating for training purposes.
  • Individuals or businesses in the aviation industry are not eligible for this program.

Who is eligible?

The Tourism Training Fund is available for both individual and group applications. Individual applicants must be residents of the Northwest Territories (NWT), hold a valid NWT Tourism Operator License, and be either from non-GNWT Visitor Information Centres or work within the NWT accommodations sector. Group applicants include businesses, not-for-profit tourism associations, or organizations engaged in the NWT tourism sector, as well as formal volunteers such as those involved with festivals or events. Importantly, individuals or businesses in the aviation industry are not eligible to apply for this grant.

Who is not eligible

This grant is not available to certain companies and industries, particularly those outside the specified sectors. The restrictions focus on excluding businesses whose main activities do not align with the grant's objectives or regional sector priorities.
  • Industries within the aviation sector.
  • Companies or organizations located outside the Northwest Territories.
  • Training activities conducted outside of Canada.

Eligible expenses

The eligible projects and activities for this grant focus on providing short-term, formal training opportunities that enhance the skills and certification of tourism workers in the NWT. These trainings are designed to ensure that tourism professionals deliver safe and world-class services within the territory.
  • Participating in short, formal courses or workshops that are less than 12 weeks in duration.
  • Enrolling in distance education programs such as online courses that meet the training criteria.
  • Attending a combination of in-person and distance education training sessions.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is specifically for businesses and individuals located within the Northwest Territories. The eligible locations are focused on supporting the tourism sector within this region.
  • Sahtu Region
  • South Slave Region
  • North Slave Region (including Yellowknife and Behchokǫ̀)
  • Beaufort-Delta Region
  • Dehcho Region

Selection criteria

The Tourism Training Fund in Northwest Territories has specific evaluation and selection criteria to assess grant applications:
  • Alignment with the goals of increasing skilled workforce and job retention in the tourism sector.
  • Demonstration of professional development and safety standards enhancement.
  • Potential for income diversification and long-term sustainability in tourism.
  • Equity requirements of 25% or 50% depending on the type of training.

How to apply

1

Gather Information and Documentation

  • Read the Tourism Training Fund Guidelines to understand eligibility and requirements.
  • Gather necessary documents including proof of residency and NWT Tourism Operator License if applicable.
2

Complete the Application Form

  • Download the Tourism Training Fund Application Form from the provided link.
  • Fill out all required sections of the application form, ensuring information is accurate and complete.
3

Submit Application to Regional ITI Office

  • Identify your applicable regional ITI office based on location (Sahtu, South Slave, North Slave, Beaufort-Delta, or Dehcho).
  • Submit the completed application form to your regional ITI office either via mail or in person.
  • Ensure submission is made before the cutoff deadline of May 22, 2024.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • The maximum funding for individual applications is $3,000, while for business or group applications, it is $6,000.
  • An equity requirement of 25% is expected from the applicants, which increases to 50% for refresher or recertification training.
  • Funding is not applicable for training conducted outside of Canada.
  • A second intake for applications may occur in the fall if there is remaining funding after the May 22, 2024 deadline.

Contacts

867-767-9212
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