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Public Library Services

Supports community library operations and development across Nunavut
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Nunavut, Canada

Overview

The Public Library Services program provides up to $500,000 in funding to support the operation and development of community libraries across Nunavut. Eligible activities include salaries, operating costs, capital projects, equipment purchases, and library programming.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Train or support volunteers
  • Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Educational services
Location
  • Nunavut
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • All industries
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next steps

1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Operation and enhancement of community libraries in Nunavut.
  • Implementation of library programming and public events that promote information use in official languages.
  • Capital improvements and minor renovations to library facilities.
  • Acquisition of equipment, shelving, and furniture for library operations.
  • Conducting needs assessments and analyses to improve library services.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Community libraries operating within Nunavut
  • Non-profit organizations proposing to establish and operate community libraries in Nunavut
  • Municipal corporations proposing to establish and operate community libraries in Nunavut

Who is not eligible

  • Businesses and organizations not operating within Nunavut.
  • For-profit companies that are not non-profit organizations or municipal corporations intending to operate community libraries.

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries of permanent employees.
  • Recurring operating costs, including utilities, leasing, and insurance.
  • Expenses related to capital projects.
  • Needs analyses and assessments.
  • Purchase of equipment and furnishings, including library shelving and furniture.
  • Minor renovations.
  • Library programming costs.
  • Accounting costs directly related to library operations.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Community libraries operating within Nunavut

Additional information

  • Funding proposals should identify any other sources of funding, though this does not impact the allocation.
  • Staff and volunteers must provide completed criminal record and vulnerable sector checks before beginning work in the public library.
  • A required achievement report for the preceding year must be submitted for review.
  • Payments are issued in two installments per year according to the Conditional Contribution Agreement.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Public Library Services Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Public Library Services. 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 Public Library Services?

The Public Library Services program provides up to $500,000 in funding to support the operation and development of community libraries across Nunavut. Eligible activities include salaries, operating costs, capital projects, equipment purchases, and library programming.

How much funding can be received?

Public Library Services Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Public Library Services program?

To be eligible for the Public Library Services program, you must: Community libraries operating within Nunavut Non-profit organizations or municipal corporations proposing to operate community libraries

What expenses are eligible under Public Library Services?

Operation and enhancement of community libraries in Nunavut. Implementation of library programming and public events that promote information use in official languages. Capital improvements and minor renovations to library facilities. Acquisition of equipment, shelving, and furniture for library operations. Conducting needs assessments and analyses to improve library services.

Where is the Public Library Services available?

The Public Library Services program is available the province of Nunavut.

Is the Public Library Services a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Public Library Services is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Public Library Services?

Public Library Services is funded by Government of Nunavut