
Yukon Arts Fund
YT, Canada
Yukon arts community funding
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|closingDateMarch 15, 2024
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
grant_single|grantors
- Department of Tourism and Culture (YK)
- Government of Yukon
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grant_card_status|closed
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Arts collectives and other eligible groups can receive funds to plan an activity related to literary, visual or performing arts.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
The Yukon Arts Fund provides significant financial support to groups engaging the public in arts projects, addressing eligible expenses comprehensively. The modalities established ensure structured funding distribution and clear expectations for recipients.
- Funding covers up to 70% of eligible expenses associated with the arts project.
- A total annual fund of $500,000 is allocated for distribution among qualified projects.
- Applicants are required to follow specific deadlines for submission, scheduled four times a year.
- Payouts are approved by the Minister of Tourism and Culture based on recommendations from the Yukon Arts Advisory Council.
- Decisions regarding funding are communicated within 8 weeks post-application deadline.
grant_single_labels|projects
This grant supports activities that aim to enhance the arts and actively engage the public in the Yukon. Eligible projects include creative initiatives that align with the Arts Fund criteria and abide by the Yukon Arts Policy.
- Collaborative artistic exhibitions or showcases that involve public participation.
- Community arts festivals or events that highlight local talent and promote cultural exchange.
- Workshops or seminars designed to develop artistic skills and knowledge among participants.
- Public performances or productions that celebrate and share the unique cultural heritage of the Yukon.
- Artistic residency programs that enable artists to collaborate and create in a community setting.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 50,000
Hosting a literary festival with workshops and readings
$ 50,000
Developing a new theatre production focusing on youth issues
$ 50,000
Hosting a multi-day visual and performing arts showcase
$ 45,000
Creating a public mural to celebrate multiculturalism
$ 50,000
Organizing a visual arts exhibition showcasing indigenous artwork
$ 40,000
Staging a community dance performance focusing on local history
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- The applicant must be a non-profit society, industry or community association, school or local advisory council, First Nation or municipal government, or artist collective.
- The proposed project must be an arts activity that aligns with the Arts Fund criteria and Yukon Arts Policy.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Any groups proposing an arts activity that addresses the Arts Fund criteria and Yukon Arts Policy can apply. These include:- Non-profit societies- Industry and community associations- School and local advisory councils- First Nations and municipal governments- Artist collectives
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
Based on the grant context, there are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. The following types of companies are not eligible:
- For-profit businesses
- Individual artists (not part of a group project)
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
This grant is designed to support artistic endeavors that contribute to the development of the arts and engage the public in the Yukon. Eligible projects encompass a variety of artistic and cultural activities.
- Arts activities proposed by non-profit societies aimed at cultural enrichment.
- Projects by industry and community associations that engage the public in arts programs.
- School and local advisory council initiatives focusing on arts education and participation.
- Cultural events or artistic projects spearheaded by First Nations and municipal governments.
- Collaborative works and exhibitions by artist collectives that foster community engagement.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant specifically supports the development of the arts in the Yukon. Eligibility is determined based on project location within this region.
- Projects located within the Yukon Territory.
grant_single_labels|criteria
The grant has evaluation and selection criteria that applicants need to address. The criteria include:
- Meeting the Arts Fund criteria and Yukon Arts Policy
- Benefits for the arts community and public engagement
- Demonstrated need for funding support
- Feasibility and clarity of the project proposal
- Capacity of the group to successfully implement the project
grant_single_labels|apply
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applicants can receive funding for up to 70 per cent of eligible expenses, meaning groups must secure or have 30% of funding from other sources.
- The fund distributes a total of $500,000 annually, indicating a competitive selection process due to the fixed available amount.
- Applications must be postmarked on or before the deadline day, and provisions are made to accommodate holidays or weekends, moving to the next business day.
- Notifications of funding decisions are provided within 8 weeks after application deadlines, allowing applicants to plan accordingly for project commencement.
grant_single_labels|contact
artsfund@yukon.ca
867-667-3535
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