Grant
Territorial
Between Intakes
Yukon Mineral Exploration Program (YMEP)
Government of Yukon — Energy, Mines and Resources
Maximum Funding
Up to $15,000
Annual intake — 2026 deadline was March 31, 2026 (passed); next intake expect...
Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Growing
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
100%
Yukon Mineral Exploration Program (YMEP) provides Up to $15,000 (prospecting, 100%); up to $25,000 (exploration, 75%); up to $40,000 (advanced, 50%). Territorial grant supporting mineral exploration in Yukon through three tiered streams: grassroots prospecting (up to $15,000 at 100% funding), focused exploration (up to $25,000 at 75% funding), and advanced exploration (up to $40,000 at 50% funding). Annual intake — 2026 deadline was March 31, 2026 (passed); next intake expected early 2027.
Approval odds: ~60% (GrantCompass analysis)
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Program Description
Territorial grant supporting mineral exploration in Yukon through three tiered streams: grassroots prospecting (up to $15,000 at 100% funding), focused exploration (up to $25,000 at 75% funding), and advanced exploration (up to $40,000 at 50% funding). Open to individual geologists, prospectors, and companies. Annual intake with applications reviewed by an independent advisory committee.
Eligibility Requirements
- Individual geologists, prospectors, and companies searching for mineral deposits in Yukon
- Exploration must take place in Yukon
- Must meet stream-specific requirements (prospecting, focused, or advanced)
- Cannot explore on restricted land
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Difficulty
Easy
Competition
Moderate
First-Timer
Friendly
Funding Details
- Amount
- Up to $15,000 (prospecting, 100%); up to $25,000 (exploration, 75%); up to $40,000 (advanced, 50%)
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Territorial
- Co-Funding
- Up to 100% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- Annual intake — 2026 deadline was March 31, 2026 (passed); next intake expected early 2027
Program Scorecard
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Competition
Moderate
Deadline
Between Intakes
Approval
Moderate
Approval Rate
~60%
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Insider TipTiered structure rewards different stages of exploration: grassroots prospecting is 100% funded (up to $15K), intermediate is 75% (up to $25K), and advanced is 50% (up to $40K).
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Application Steps
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Review current module guidebook Download and read the current-year hardrock or placer module guidebook from yukon.ca. The 2026 placer guidebook was updated February 2026.
Required Documents 4
✓ YMEP application form
✓ Exploration project proposal with map
Eligible Expenses 10
Ineligible Expenses 11
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Compatible Programs
CanNor Programs
NWT Mining Incentive Program (MIP)
Yukon Economic Development Fund (EDF)
Federal Critical Minerals R&D Programs
Saskatchewan TMEI
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Clawback Risk
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| Program | Amount | Difficulty | Payment | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon Mineral Exploration Program (YMEP) | Up to $15,000 | Easy | Reimbursement | Annual intake — 2026... |
| NWT Mining Incentive Program (MIP) | Up to $240,000 | Hard | Reimbursement | Annual April 30 deadline... |
| Yukon Economic Development Fund (EDF) | up to $30,000 | Moderate | Milestone-Based | Tier 1: Rolling; Tier 2:... |
| Digital Technology Supercluster | Up to $5 million | Hard | Reimbursement | Open — Call for... |
| PrairiesCan (Prairies Economic Develo... | Varies | Hard | Reimbursement | Ongoing |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Can sole proprietors apply as individuals?
Yes, individual prospectors and sole proprietors qualify for all three streams. No incorporation required for grassroots or focused exploration. Advanced exploration requires company structure.
What's the typical award amount?
Grassroots: $5K–$15K (100% funded). Focused: $5K–$25K (75% funded). Advanced: $5K–$40K (50% funded). Most applicants receive $10K–$25K.
When are decisions made?
Annual intake with decisions typically announced by late spring. Check Yukon government website for current year's timeline. Late applications not accepted.
Do I need matching funds?
No matching required. Grassroots is 100% funded (up to $15K). Focused is 75% funded (up to $25K). Advanced is 50% funded (up to $40K).
Can I stack with NWT MIP?
Yes, if your exploration crosses into Northwest Territories, NWT Mining Incentive Program (MIP) can be combined with YMEP. Both programs fund exploration in northern regions.
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