Learning to Live on the Land
An important aspect of Dene culture
Type of Funding: Project Funding
The Northern Youth Cultural Fund (NYCF), delivered in partnership with the Northern Sport, Culture and Recreation District (NSCRD), provides funding for cultural, artistic or creative interactive activities for children and youth ages 4 to 19 that take place within the boundaries of the Northern District. This funding initiative is made possible thanks to the support of Sask Lotteries.
Applicants are encouraged to connect with NSCRD staff for guidance regarding their application. Please contact Ryan Karakochuk, NSCRD Program Manager, at 306-688-2122 or email, or visit https://www.nscrd.com/contact-us/ for a representative in your area.
If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us at 306-780-9284 or info@saskculture.ca. If you encounter any challenges or have any suggestions on how we can improve accessibility, please let us know.
Maximum Grant Amount: Up to 100% of eligible project expenses, to a maximum of $5,000.
The Northern Youth Cultural Fund aims to fund programs that:
Step One - Who Can Apply?
Download the Grant Guidelines (posted in the right-hand column) and review the Applicant Eligibility criteria on Page 1
Step Two - What Projects are Eligible?
Review the Project Eligibility Guidelines on Pages 2 & 3
Step Three - What Costs Are Covered?
Review the Eligible and Ineligible Cost Guidelines on Page 3
Step Four - Are You Ready to Apply?
Review the Application Requirements and Process Guidelines on Page 4 and download the Application Checklist & Sample Questions (posted in the right-hand column)
Step Five - Contact Us
Contact a Northern District staff representative in your area before submitting an application. Visit https://www.nscrd.com/contact-us/ for contact information.
Step Six - Apply!
Sign-up or log-in to SaskCulture's Online Grant Platform to complete and submit your application.
Northern District
If you have any questions about SaskCulture programs and services, please contact the Outreach Consultant listed on this page.
May 15, 2024
If the deadline falls on a weekend or statutory holiday, the deadline becomes the next business day.Ryan Karakochuk
NSCRD Program Manager for Sport
Phone: (306) 688-2122
Fax: (306) 688-2123