Yukon Film — Training Fund
Highlights
This program is designed for you if you are a Yukon resident or a registered Yukon non-profit organization involved in film, television, or digital media production. It offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills and grow your business in the media industry.
Why Apply?
- Significant Funding: Individuals can receive up to $10,000, and organizations can receive up to $25,000.
- High Coverage: The program covers 75% of approved cash expenses, making it easier to manage your budget.
- Diverse Training Options: Funding is available for various training activities, including post-secondary coursework, mentorship, and internships with established production companies.
What's in it for You?
- Skill Development: Enhance your capabilities in developing, producing, post-producing, and marketing media projects.
- Career Advancement: The training aligns with your career plans, providing a clear path to professional growth.
- Ease of Qualification: The application process is straightforward, and the program is designed to support Yukoners like you.
By being approved, you gain access to essential resources that can significantly boost your career and business in the media production industry.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Repayment Terms:
- No repayment required as this is a grant.
Eligible Expenses:
- Tuition, required texts, and consumable materials for:
- Post-secondary coursework
- Short-term education such as workshops or training
- Mentorship in key positions
- Travel and accommodation costs for short-term education
Ineligible Expenses:
- Costs incurred before submitting the application
- Attending conferences and annual general meetings
- Training typically provided by an employer
- General training not specific to film, television, or digital content (e.g., first-aid training)
Fees:
- No fees associated with the program
Qualifications
- Must be a Yukon resident or a registered Yukon non-profit organization.
- Yukon residents must have lived in the Yukon for at least 1 year (365 days) before applying.
- Non-profit organizations must be registered and in good standing with Government of Yukon Corporate Affairs.
- Non-profit organizations must have a mandate to grow the Yukon’s media production industry.
Non-profit organizations must have a record of offering training programs to Yukoners.
Disqualifications:
- Training typically provided by an employer.
- General training not specific to the development, production, post-production, or marketing of film, television, or digital content (e.g., first-aid training).
- Attending conferences and annual general meetings.
Description
This program offers your business a chance to get funding for training in film, television, and digital media. You can receive up to $10,000, covering 75% of your approved expenses. This money can be used for various training needs like developing, producing, post-producing, and marketing your projects.
For non-profit organizations, the program provides up to $25,000 to support training programs that help Yukoners work in the media industry. This can include costs like professional fees, venue rentals, and marketing.
Key benefits include:
- 75% coverage of approved expenses, up to $10,000 for individuals and $25,000 for organizations.
- Funding can be used for tuition, travel, accommodation, and other necessary training costs.
- Helps boost your skills and opportunities in the media production industry.
This funding can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket expenses, making it easier to invest in your professional growth and the growth of your business.
Program Steps
Review the Program Policy:
- Understand the guidelines and requirements of the program.
Contact Media Development:
- Discuss your application with Media Development to ensure you meet all criteria and understand the process.
Download and Complete the Application Form:
- Obtain the application form from the official website and fill it out accurately.
Prepare the Required Documentation:
- Gather the following documents:
- A completed and signed application form.
- Your resume outlining your experience in media production.
- Your budget for the project, including all sources of funding.
- A 750 to 1,000-word statement describing:
- Why you want to do the training.
- How the training relates to your career plans.
- A Yukon residency declaration.
- Gather the following documents:
Submit the Application:
- Submit your application and all required documentation through one of the following methods:
- In person: 303 Alexander Street, 2nd floor, Whitehorse. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed on statutory holidays).
- Email: [email protected] (ensure your files are under 10 MB in total).
- Mail:
- Government of Yukon
- Media Development (F-1)
- Box 2703
- Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6
- Submit your application and all required documentation through one of the following methods:
Wait for Application Review:
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. The program is closed for the year once all available funds have been distributed.
Receive Funding Decision:
- If approved, you will receive funding for 75% of your approved cash expenses, up to a maximum of $10,000 for individuals or $25,000 for organizations. Ensure no more than 50% of your total budget is allocated to travel costs.
