Grant
Territorial
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Yukon Economic Development Fund (EDF)
Government of Yukon
Maximum Funding
Tier 1: up to $30,000; Tier 2: $30,001–$100,000; Tier 3:...
Tier 1: Rolling; Tier 2: April 15 and September 15 (next: Sep 15, 2026); Tier...
Difficulty
Moderate
Payment
Milestone-Based
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
—
Co-Funding
75%
Yukon Economic Development Fund (EDF) provides up to Tier 1: up to $30,000; Tier 2: $30,001–$100,000; Tier 3: $100,001–$500,000 (75% of eligible non-capital costs; capital expenditures funded to a maximum of 50%). Supports projects and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic benefits to Yukoners and Yukon communities, including business innovation, diversification, and competitiveness. The program covers up to 75% of eligible costs. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Approval odds: ~52% (GrantCompass analysis)
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Program Description
Supports projects and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic benefits to Yukoners and Yukon communities, including business innovation, diversification, and competitiveness.
Eligibility Requirements
- Yukon-based business, First Nation government or development entity, municipality, or community/industry association
- Project must provide long-term, sustainable economic benefit to Yukoners or Yukon communities
- Eligible sectors include business innovation, diversification, and competitiveness
- Tier 3 projects ($100K–$500K) require demonstrated capacity to manage large-scale initiatives
- A 'Yukon business' applicant must meet 3 of these 4 conditions: has an office with a physical Yukon address; is subject to the Yukon Income Tax Act; is registered under the Business Corporations Act and the Partnership and Business Name Act (where applicable); has a valid municipal business licence (where applicable). This test applies only to the 'Yukon business' applicant category -- First Nations governments/development entities, municipalities, eligible community societies, and not-for-profit corporations qualify under their own separate criteria.
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Business Stage
Quick Assessment
Difficulty
Moderate
Competition
Low
First-Timer
Not rated
Funding Details
- Amount
- Tier 1: up to $30,000; Tier 2: $30,001–$100,000; Tier 3: $100,001–$500,000 (75% of eligible non-capital costs; capital expenditures funded to a maximum of 50%)
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Territorial
- Co-Funding
- Up to 75% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- Tier 1: Rolling; Tier 2: April 15 and September 15 (next: Sep 15, 2026); Tier 3: January 15
Program Scorecard
Competition, effort, and approval at a glance
Competition
Low
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026
Approval
Moderate
Approval Rate
~52%
Accessibility
--/5
Competition
--/5
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Insider TipContact a program advisor at [email protected] before writing your application — this pre-screening step is encouraged by the program (though not formally required) and advisors will tell you directly whether your project qualifies and how to frame it.
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Rejection Pitfalls 8
- Yukon-business applicant does not meet 3 of the 4 Yukon business eligibility conditions (other applicant types are assessed under their own separate criteria)
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Application Steps
1
Pre-screening call with program advisor Contact [email protected] or call 867-667-8751 before starting the application. Describe your project and ask if it fits. This step is recommended by the program and improves outcomes significantly, though it is not formally required.
Required Documents 14
✓ Completed EDF application form (detailed project description, objectives, expected outcomes)
✓ Detailed project budget
Eligible Expenses 10
Ineligible Expenses 14
Intake Periods
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Ineligible Organizations
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How EDF Compares
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| Program | Amount | Difficulty | Payment | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon Economic Development Fund (EDF) | up to $30,000 | Moderate | Milestone-Based | Tier 1: Rolling; Tier 2:... |
| NRC IRAP Clean Technology Program | $100,000–$500,000 | Hard | Mixed (Advance + Reimb.) | Ongoing |
| CanExport SMEs | Up to $50,000 | Moderate | Mixed (Advance + Reimb.) | Between intakes — the... |
| Strategic Response Fund (formerly Str... | Minimum $10 million contribution | Hard | Mixed (Advance + Reimb.) | Ongoing — continuous... |
| Innovative Solutions Canada | up to $150,000 | Hard | Milestone-Based | Challenge-specific — new... |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Can sole proprietors apply for EDF?
Yes -- sole proprietors can apply as a 'Yukon business' if they meet at least 3 of 4 conditions: office with a physical Yukon address; subject to the Yukon Income Tax Act; registered under the Business Corporations Act and Partnership and Business Name Act (where applicable -- this doesn't disqualify an unincorporated sole proprietorship); and a valid municipal business licence (where applicable). One caveat for Tier 2's online portal: register your organization type as 'Business,' not 'Individual' -- selecting 'Individual' makes you ineligible to apply.
What's the typical award size?
Most applicants receive $12,300–$52,300; average award was $27,013 in 2024-25. Tier 3 projects are larger ($100,001–$500,000) but require demonstrated capacity.
Do I need to pay upfront for expenses?
No, payments are milestone-based. You'll receive funds after completing specific project phases, not upfront. Budget must include all costs with 25% co-contribution.
Why do most applications get rejected?
Common reasons: missing 25% co-contribution, vague project outcomes without employment impact, or skipping the pre-application advisor consultation (encouraged, but not a required step).
Can I stack EDF with other grants?
Yes, compatible with NRC IRAP (if R&D), CanExport (if export-focused), Yukon SR&ED (20% territorial credit), and CanNor REGI (confirmed co-funding).
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