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Recreation Grant - Operational Funding
Operational funding for recreation initiatives
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 15, 2026
Location
Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program provides operational funding of up to $5,000 to support qualified organizations in Whitehorse, Yukon. It helps offset costs related to recreation-related projects and initiatives, including operational support.
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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
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
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
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Ongoing recreation projects and initiatives.
- New recreation projects and initiatives.
- Training and leadership development initiatives.
- Operational support for recreation organizations.
Documents Needed
- Completed Grant Application – Form A
- Completed Budget – Form B
- Annual Operating Budget
- Financial Statements
- Supporting endorsement or accountability documents, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Whitehorse-based non-profit organizations.
- Yukon-wide associations with Whitehorse-based membership and activities.
- Joint applications from eligible community groups.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not in good standing with the City of Whitehorse.
- Groups with overdue money or obligations owed to the City.
- Organizations with missing or overdue accountability reporting.
- Projects on personal land.
- Events held outside the City of Whitehorse.
Eligible expenses
- Primary utilities such as heat, water, and electricity.
- Program staff salaries that are critical to delivery.
- General administration, minor repairs, and maintenance.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- City of Whitehorse fees.
- Projects on personal land.
- Direct support to individual or elite athletes.
- Fundraising events.
- Events held outside the City of Whitehorse.
Eligible geographic areas
- Whitehorse, Yukon.
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Parks and Recreation Master Plan guiding principles.
- Organization's own contribution to the project or initiative.
- Quality of accountability reporting for past recipients.
- Whether a new project addresses a recreation opportunity gap.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the application guide and policy
- Read the Recreation Grant Application Guide before starting.
- Confirm the project fits an eligible funding category.
- Step 2: Complete the application package
- Fill out Form A and Form B.
- Prepare the required financial and supporting documents.
- Step 3: Submit by the deadline
- Deliver the application by hand, mail, or email to Recreation Services.
- Ensure the application is received before the deadline.
- Step 4: Confirm receipt
- Email Recgrants@whitehorse.ca to confirm the submission was received.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed first for completeness and baseline eligibility.
- Qualified applications are assessed by a Task Force using scoring criteria.
- 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
- This is a competitive program with partial funding possible.
- Successful applicants must sign a funding Letter of Understanding.
- Applicants must submit a final report and proof of expenditures.
- Unused grant funds must be returned to the City.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Recreation Grant - Operational Funding Program
What is the Recreation Grant - Operational Funding?
This program provides operational funding of up to $5,000 to support qualified organizations in Whitehorse, Yukon. It helps offset costs related to recreation-related projects and initiatives, including operational support.
How much funding can be received?
Recreation Grant - Operational Funding Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Recreation Grant - Operational Funding program?
To be eligible for the Recreation Grant - Operational Funding program, you must:
Registered non-profit in good standing.
Community-benefit project.
Aligned with the Master Plan.
What expenses are eligible under Recreation Grant - Operational Funding?
Ongoing recreation projects and initiatives.
New recreation projects and initiatives.
Training and leadership development initiatives.
Operational support for recreation organizations.
Where is the Recreation Grant - Operational Funding available?
The Recreation Grant - Operational Funding program is available the province of Yukon.
Is the Recreation Grant - Operational Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Recreation Grant - Operational Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Recreation Grant - Operational Funding?
Recreation Grant - Operational Funding is funded by City of Whitehorse