Spark Tourism Micro-grant
The Spark Tourism Micro-grant program supports new and emerging entrepreneurs who offer visitor experiences and services in the Yukon. The program helps turn your idea into reality and acts as a catalyst to spark larger future projects.
Offered by Department of Economic Development
Amount
Successful applicants receive between $1,000 and $5,000
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Who can apply
You can apply if you’re a Yukon-based:
individual;
business;
First Nations government;
First Nation Development entity; or
not-for-profit organization.
Not eligible:
This is not an opportunity for established entities to expand their existing offerings. The following items are not eligible for funding
Large capital purchases and leases
Activities where the applicant is already receiving other funding for the project
Projects and activities that take place before the application submission
Fundraising activities, awards, sponsorships, or re-funding activities (ie: loans
About the funding
Successful applicants receive between $1,000 and $5,000.
The Micro-grant is flexible. You can use it to support various activity and project-related expenses, including but not limited to:
bringing a new tourism experience or service to market;
research and development;
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website development and branding;
piloting and testing new experiences;
capacity building and training;
equipment and supplies; and
community engagement activities.
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