Programs for businesses in Yukon. Federal programs open to Yukon businesses are on the Federal page. 36 open or upcoming, 44 listed.
SeedPort tracks 36 open or upcoming funding programs for businesses in Yukon: 24 grants, 6 service programs, 3 tax credits, 1 wage subsidy, and other support. The most common uses are business expansion, advisory, capital / equipment. Use the search and activity filter below, open any program for its amount, deadline and eligibility, and confirm details on the official page before you apply.
Program name
Province
Max funding
Status
Action
Build Communities Strong FundFunding to build, modernize, or improve local public infrastructure and community spaces that spur economic growth, create skilled trades jobs, and attract investment through reliable public assets. Delivered through… Ontario, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Open
Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario
Open
Building UPFunding for activities that strengthen the Yukon labour market by providing services and supports for individuals and employers, working on projects that connect employers to jobseekers, and coordinating community or… Yukon
Open
Centre for Northern Innovation in Mining (CNIM)Provides access to trades training through mobile state-of-the-art facilities, mobile classrooms and high-tech simulators, plus research services aimed at making mining more sustainable and fostering innovation in the… Yukon
Open
CHOICES Workplace Safety Incentive ProgramA voluntary employer incentive program from the Yukon Workers' Compensation Health and Safety Board that rewards up to $25,000 in rebates per year for employer investments in occupational health and safety (OH&S) and… Yukon
Up to $25,000
Open
Commercial fuel tax refundReceive a commercial tax refund on fuel used for permitted off-road commercial activities and for fuel used for space heating in Yukon. Yukon
Open
Community Development FundYukon government fund covering up to 90% of eligible costs for projects, events and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic and social benefits to Yukon communities. Funding is organized in three tiers… Yukon
90% of costs
Open
Culture QuestProvides up to $10,000 per year in funding for performing, visual and literary artists from the Yukon to organize cultural activities, explore ties between contemporary art and cultural heritage, develop performance… Yukon
Up to $10,000
Open
Economic Development Fund - Tier 1Provides up to $30,000 covering up to 75% of eligible project costs and 50% of capital expenses for development projects that deliver long-term, sustainable economic benefits to Yukoners and Yukon communities. Yukon
Up to $30,000
Open
Economic Development Fund - Tier 3Contribution between $100,001 and $500,000 covering up to 75% of eligible project costs and 50% of capital expenses for projects and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic benefits to Yukoners and… Yukon
Up to $500,000
Open
Farm Production ServicesAdvisory service providing Yukon farmers with information and advice on industry best management practices and research, including production, pest and weed identification, pesticide use, fertilizer, marketing… Yukon
Open
Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Up to $6,000,000
Open
Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Up to $6,000,000
Open
Innovation Advisors in YukonFree one-on-one advisory service for businesses developing a new product, technology or process. Innovation Advisors, who are former entrepreneurs, help companies find the right government supports and connect them with… Yukon
Open
Media Production FundFunding to cover up to 40% of the production costs of a professional film, television or digital media project in Yukon. Yukon
40% of costs
Open
Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Open
Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Open
Northern Isolated Community Initiatives FundFunding for Northern agriculture and food businesses and communities to build a strong territorial food industry and help reduce food insecurity in the territories using practical approaches. Supports equipment… Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Open
Nutrition North Canada retail subsidy programSubsidy program providing access to subsidies for residents in isolated northern communities, small northern retailers, suppliers, food banks, charitable organizations and local growers. Registered retailers and… Federal
Open
Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Open
Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII)Funding to help SMEs scale up, meet industry standards, and pursue opportunities with major defence contractors to meet current or future needs of the Canadian Armed Forces, NATO or an allied country. Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Open
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (CanNor)Financial assistance to SMEs directly or indirectly affected by trade disruptions, including new tariffs imposed by the U.S. or China or Canadian countermeasures. Funds can be used to improve productivity, reduce costs… Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Open
Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon
Up to $2,000,000
Open
Staffing UPYukon program providing funding to employers to find, hire, keep and train workers who are a good fit for their organization, including developing workplace supports, HR practices and use of labour market information. Yukon
Open
Touring Artist FundFunding of up to $10,000 for Yukon artists, ensembles or companies working in theatre, dance, music, visual art, film, storytelling or combined art forms to present their works within or outside the Yukon. Eligible… Yukon
Up to $10,000
Open
Venture for Canada - Internship ProgramWage subsidies covering up to $7,000 per student, per term for startups and SMEs to hire interns from Canadian universities and colleges. Employers based exclusively in Ontario are not eligible for internship funding. Federal
Up to $7,000
Open
Yukon Arts FundFunding covering up to 70% of eligible project costs for group projects that develop the arts and engage the public in the Yukon, including festivals, special initiatives, training activities, performances and event… Yukon
70% of costs
Open
Yukon bids and tendersAccess open tenders for goods and services from the Government of Yukon to find contract opportunities your company is qualified for. Vendors can create an account and bid on Government of Yukon contracts. Yukon
Open
Yukon Business Investment Tax CreditYukon corporations can attract local investors by issuing shares; the individual Yukon investor receives a personal income tax credit equal to 25% of the amount invested. The corporation must be incorporated, private… Yukon
25% of costs
Open
Yukon Film Training FundYukon not-for-profit organizations may apply for up to $25,000 covering up to 75% of eligible costs to deliver training programs that increase opportunities for Yukoners to work in the film, television and digital… Yukon
Up to $25,000
Open
Yukon Venture Loan Guarantee ProgramProgram providing a loan guarantee of $10,000 to $100,000 to help businesses in Yukon start or grow, with a one-time fee of 1.5% of the guarantee amount. Yukon
Open
YukonstructYukonstruct provides entrepreneurs, startups and creatives in Yukon with business information, workshops, business plan services, startup support, networking events with government departments, and access to a shared… Yukon
Open
Yukon Heritage Training FundFunding to cover eligible costs for heritage sector training, including courses, workshops and internships, for individuals and groups in Yukon. Yukon
Up to $7,500
Next intake TBC
AccelerateIPProgram providing innovative startups with education, skills development and financial support to develop, implement and leverage intellectual property, delivered in three streams (education and awareness; mentorship… British Columbia, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Up to $60,000
Closed
Economic Development Fund - Tier 2Financial assistance between $30,001 and $100,000 covering up to 75% of eligible project costs and 50% of capital expenses for development projects that provide long-term, sustainable economic benefits to Yukoners and… Yukon
Up to $100,000
Closed
Student Training and Employment Program (STEP)Wage subsidy covering 450 to 600 hours of summer employment for employers who hire Yukon post-secondary students in jobs related to their field of study. Wage rates follow the STEP pay scale and increase with the… Yukon
Closed
Tourism Cooperative Marketing FundProvides funding to Yukon tourism businesses, organizations and destination marketing organizations for promotional activities including online and traditional advertising, trade and consumer shows, sales calls and… Yukon
Up to $50,000
Closed
Yukon Film Predevelopment FundProvides up to $15,000 covering up to 75% of eligible project costs for the predevelopment phase of film and media productions in Yukon, including writing, pitch materials, travel for research or meetings, and… Yukon
Up to $15,000
Closed
Yukon Mineral Exploration ProgramFunding to locate, explore and develop mineral projects to an advanced exploration stage in Yukon, covering hard rock exploration (grassroots prospecting, focussed regional, target evaluation) and placer exploration. Yukon
Closed
Yukon Nominee ProgramProvides assistance to Yukon employers to submit applications nominating qualified foreign nationals for employment and permanent residence in Canada, where attempts to hire locally or nationally have been unsuccessful… Yukon
Closed
Yukon Youth Conservation CorpsProvides supervised, equipped crews of 1 to 5 summer students to work on conservation projects in Yukon communities. Most of the cost of hiring a crew, including basic training, transportation and camping accommodation… Yukon
Closed
