A Yukon business meeting at least 3 of 4 conditions
office with a physical address in Yukon; subject to the Yukon Income Tax Act; registered under the Business Corporations Act / Partnership and Business Name Act; valid municipal business licence
Services
Yukon Economic Development Fund
Yukon grant supporting projects that provide long-term, sustainable economic benefits to Yukoners, covering business planning, market research, marketing, and participation in trade and investment events. Three tiers: up to $30,000 (tier 1), $30,001-$100,000 (tier 2), and $100,001-$500,000 (tier 3). Funds up to 75% of eligible project costs (50% of capital expenses). Replaces the Regional Economic Development Fund, Strategic Industries Development Fund and Enterprise Trade Fund.
Overview
Yukon grant supporting projects that provide long-term, sustainable economic benefits to Yukoners, covering business planning, market research, marketing, and participation in trade and investment events. Three tiers: up to $30,000 (tier 1), $30,001-$100,000 (tier 2), and $100,001-$500,000 (tier 3). Funds up to 75% of eligible project costs (50% of capital expenses). Replaces the Regional Economic Development Fund, Strategic Industries Development Fund and Enterprise Trade Fund.
Key numbers
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Instrument | grant |
| Level | territorial |
| Region | Yukon |
| Administrator | Department of Economic Development (Government of Yukon) |
| Cost share | 75% |
| Max per project | $500,000 |
| Deadline | Tier 1: year-round; Tier 2: Apr 15 and Sep 15; Tier 3: Jan 15 (4:30 pm) |
| Intake status | Open - tier 1 applications accepted throughout the year; tier 2 deadlines Apr 15 and Sep 15; tier 3 deadline Jan 15; funding decisions on hold during the territorial election period |
| Non-US bias | Diversification fund supporting economic diversification through market support; no explicit US restriction |
Eligibility
Yukon First Nation governments and development entities (corporation, partnership, joint venture or trust)
Yukon municipal governments
Community societies or industry associations registered under the Yukon Societies Act, in good standing, based in 1+ Yukon communities, open to public membership
Not-for-profit corporations incorporated under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act
What it covers
Business plans, market research, marketing plans
Organization and promotion of marketing and investment events; participation in trade and investment events
Organizational capacity development, professional development workshops on business topics
Promotional materials for new markets and market expansion
Capital assets, capital costs, implementation support and leasehold improvements
Travel costs limited to lowest economy airfare, standard-room accommodation and per diems at the posted Yukon government rate
Market and diversification rules
Funding up to 75% of eligible project costs and 50% of capital expenses
Tier structure
tier 1 up to $30,000; tier 2 $30,001-$100,000; tier 3 $100,001-$500,000
Ineligible
costs incurred before project approval, financing charges, land acquisition, leasing payments, operations/maintenance (except as allowed), taxes, real estate fees
How to apply
Contact an Economic Development Fund program advisor to confirm project eligibility
Complete and submit the application before the deadline by email (edf@yukon.ca), in person (303 Alexander Street, 2nd floor, Whitehorse) or by mail
Tier 1 applications are accepted year-round; respect tier 2 and tier 3 deadlines
Stacking notes
Program supports diversification through market support and capacity/capital development
Disclose all other funding sources in the application
Notes
Funding decisions may be delayed during the territorial election period
Replaces the Regional Economic Development Fund, Strategic Industries Development Fund and Enterprise Trade Fund
Contact 867-471-0052 or edf@yukon.ca
Relevant services
The services below are grant-eligible: CanExport and EDC reimburse up to 50% for incorporated Canadian exporters.
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