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Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives
Funding for new community recreation initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 15, 2026
Location
Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $7,000 for new recreation projects and initiatives in Whitehorse, Yukon. It supports community recreation activities, including new equipment, infrastructure changes, staff training, and planning costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : September 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Whitehorse
- Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New community recreation projects and initiatives
- Projects that address recreation opportunities in the community
- Projects that can become self-sustaining over time
Documents Needed
- Completed grant application form
- Completed budget form
- Annual operating budget
- Financial statements
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Whitehorse groups and organizations
- Yukon associations with Whitehorse-based membership and projects
- Not-for-profit community organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not in good standing with the City of Whitehorse
- Groups owing money or obligations to the City
- Organizations with overdue accountability reporting
- Projects outside the City of Whitehorse
Eligible expenses
- New equipment purchases for the project
- Infrastructure development, renovation, or retrofitting
- Materials and supplies
- Staff training, including instructors, travel, and training venue costs
- Strategic or business planning costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- City facility fees
- Projects on personal land
- Fundraising events
- Direct support to individual or elite athletes
- Office furniture, computers, software, costumes, uniforms, trophies, medals, and similar items that do not remain with the organization
Eligible geographic areas
- Whitehorse, Yukon
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Parks and Recreation Master Plan guiding principles
- Applicant contribution to the project
- Applicant accountability and reporting quality
- For new projects, whether the initiative addresses a recreation opportunity gap
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the application guide and policy
- Read the Recreation Grant Application Guide before applying.
- Review the Recreation Grant Policy and required supporting information.
- Step 2: Complete the application package
- Fill out the grant application form.
- Prepare the budget form.
- Attach the annual operating budget and financial statements.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application by hand-delivery, mail, or email.
- Use the recipient details and subject line specified by the City.
- Step 4: Confirm receipt
- Ensure the application has reached the department.
- Email the program contact to confirm receipt if needed.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed first for completeness, eligibility, and prior reporting compliance.
- Qualified applications are then scored and ranked by the Task Force.
- Funding recommendations are presented to City Council for final approval.
- Applicants are notified once the review and approval process is complete.
- Successful applicants must sign a funding Letter of Understanding.
Additional information
- Joint applications are allowed, but one group must be responsible for finances and accountability.
- Successful applicants must complete an accountability statement after the project.
- The City may fund all, some, or none of the applications received.
- Successful applicants must sign a funding Letter of Understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives Program
What is the Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives?
This program provides up to $7,000 for new recreation projects and initiatives in Whitehorse, Yukon. It supports community recreation activities, including new equipment, infrastructure changes, staff training, and planning costs.
How much funding can be received?
Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives Funds up to $7,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives program?
To be eligible for the Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives program, you must:
Whitehorse-based applicant
Community-benefiting project
Project in Whitehorse
What expenses are eligible under Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives?
New community recreation projects and initiatives
Projects that address recreation opportunities in the community
Projects that can become self-sustaining over time
Where is the Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives available?
The Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives program is available the province of Yukon.
Is the Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives?
Recreation Grant - New Projects and Initiatives is funded by City of Whitehorse