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Last Update: May 16, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Nord-du-Québec, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $5,000 to help eligible northern and Indigenous applicants cover travel costs for conferences, fora, and committee meetings. It supports participation in research governance and knowledge-sharing aligned with POLAR’s research priorities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Nord-du-Québec
- Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Travel to conferences, fora, and committee meetings
- In-person participation in research meetings and related events
Documents Needed
- Proof of estimated travel expenses
- Event details
- Explanation of why in-person attendance is required
- Requested amount from POLAR
- Information showing alignment with POLAR’s research priorities
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous organizations
- Northern organizations
- Institutions, local governments, and not-for-profit organizations associated with eligible northern residents
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Applicants who do not live in Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik, or Nunatsiavut
- Applicants not associated with an Indigenous or northern organization
Eligible expenses
- Travel costs related to the event, including airfare, registration fees, per diems, and accommodations
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel expenses not related to attending the eligible event
- Travel booking costs managed by POLAR
- Event registration arranged by POLAR
Eligible geographic areas
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
- Nunavik
- Nunatsiavut
Selection criteria
- Priority is given to applicants associated with an Indigenous organization
- Priority is given to international events
How to apply
- Step 1: Create an account on POLAR’s Online Application and Reporting site
- Register on the online portal
- Wait for the confirmation email after registration
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Provide proof of estimated travel expenses
- Enter event details, the reason in-person attendance is required, the amount requested, and how the event aligns with POLAR priorities
- Step 3: Submit the application online
- Log in to your account to complete and submit the application
- Organizations may nominate individuals and submit on their behalf
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility
- Incomplete applications or applications that do not meet all eligibility criteria are not considered further
- Successful applicants receive funding through their sponsoring organization
Additional information
- Priority is given to applicants associated with an Indigenous organization.
- Priority is also given to international events.
- Individual travellers can receive a maximum of one grant per fiscal year.
- Successful applicants receive funds through their sponsoring organization.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027) Program
What is the POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027)?
This program provides up to $5,000 to help eligible northern and Indigenous applicants cover travel costs for conferences, fora, and committee meetings. It supports participation in research governance and knowledge-sharing aligned with POLAR’s research priorities.
How much funding can be received?
POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027) Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027) program?
To be eligible for the POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027) program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Resident of northern regions
Linked to an Indigenous or northern organization
What expenses are eligible under POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027)?
Travel to conferences, fora, and committee meetings
In-person participation in research meetings and related events
Who can I contact for more information about the POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027)?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at grants-contributions@polar-polaire.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027) available?
The POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027) program is available Nord-du-Québec, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon.
Is the POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
POLAR Travel Grant (2026–2027) is a Grant and Funding