PURPOSE
The purpose of the Contribution Program, based on NTI’s Contribution Policy, is to provide financial support and assistance to organizations and Inuit engaged in activities that promote the development of Nunavut Inuit economic, social and cultural well-being. A copy of NTI’s
Contribution Policy can be found on NTI’s website (www.tunngavik.com).
ELIGIBILITY AND PROGRAM CRITERIA
Eligible applicants are any organizations or Inuit that engage in the following types of activities for the benefit of Nunavut Inuit.
Cultural Development including, without limitations, cultural festivals, exhibits, traditional Inuit games, elder and youth camps, curriculum development and educational programs emphasizing Inuit history and culture, language promotion, including, without limitations, support for language initiatives, camps, workshops, curriculum development and educational programs in Inuktut.
Social Development, including, without limitations, life skills workshops, leadership training seminars, community development activities, business and employment skills development, and entrepreneurial training seminars, etc.
Sports Development, including, without limitations, support for sports activities to promote social and team building skills, physical fitness, character development, training skills and personal development.
FUNDING
The maximum contribution per request under this program is $25,000.
APPLICATION PROCESS
.TIMELINE
There is no annual application deadline for this program. Applications are processed on a rolling basis. Applications could be denied or deferred if the program budget is exhausted. For applications under $10,000 (inclusive), please generally allow up to four (4) weeks to be processed. For application over $10,000, the processing time may be longer.
Please see the Links below to access the Contribution Program Policy and Form