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Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund
Funding for tourism industry training in NWT
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 6,000
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
- Closing date : May 22, 2024
Location
Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
- Closing date : May 22, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
Eligibility
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Northwest Territories Tourism Training 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 Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund?
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.
How much funding can be received?
Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $6,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was May 22, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund program?
To be eligible for the Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund program, you must:
Businesses, not-for-profit tourism associations, or organizations must be engaged in the tourism sector in the NWT.
Formal volunteers (e.g., festival or event) can be considered under group funding.
A group of individuals from various NWT tourism businesses collaborating for training is eligible.
What expenses are eligible under Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund?
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.
Who can I contact for more information about the Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund?
You can contact Tourism and Parks of Northwest Territories or by phone at 867-767-9212.
Where is the Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund available?
The Northwest Territories Tourism Training Fund program is available the province of Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon.
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