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.
Successful applicants receive between $1,000 and $5,000.
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.
View the full eligibility and fund details in our guidelines.
Eligible activities and projects
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;
- website development and branding;
- piloting and testing new experiences;
- capacity building and training;
- equipment and supplies; and
- community engagement activities.
Ineligible projects
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)
How to apply
- Before you apply, read the online application and guidelines. Make sure that your project and you or your group are eligible.
- Complete the application and prepare any supporting materials.
- Submit your completed application.
- We recommend you contact an advisor to discuss your project. Email destinationmanagement@yukon.ca.
Application deadlines
The deadline to apply for intake 1 is June 15.
The deadline to apply for intake 2 is October 15.
The deadline to apply for intake 3 is February 15.
Funding decision criteria:
- Long-term vision and viability;
- Innovation;
- Sustainability;
- Capacity.
An evaluation committee will assess all applications for eligibility and will use an Assessment Matrix. Approved applications will need completion of a transfer payment agreement and project reporting.
Past recipients
See who has received the Spark Tourism Micro-grant in the past. Data avilable from 2024 to present.
What tourism products and experiences is the market looking for?
If you have questions, email destinationmanagement@yukon.ca.