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Hello members and partners,

GNWT-ITI: Open Funding Programs and Deadlines

Tourism Product Diversification and Marketing Program (TPDMP) This program is accepting applications until January 16, 2023

The TPDMP provides funding to tourism businesses and communities for:

  • Business planning and transition assistance
  • Product development and enhancement
  • Marketing assistance associated with new tourism products

To serve you better ITI has simplified the two-step application process for submitting proposals. You no longer have to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). For more information please click here.

Community Tourism Infrastructure Contribution (CTIC) This program is accepting applications until January 16, 2023

The CTIC provides funding to community governments and non-government organizations to support new and innovative tourism infrastructure projects in communities and promote nearby parks and natural attractions. For more information please click here.

Tourism Business Mentorship Program (TBMP) This program is accepting applications until November 30, 2022

The TBMP is a partnership between GNWT Industry, Tourism, and Investment (ITI) and the Canadian Executive Service Organization (CESO) to connect NWT tourism businesses with experienced, professional Mentors in the tourism industry. For more information please click here.

Destination Canada Research

Destination Canada produces regular data, market intelligence, and industry analysis to help businesses market to international travellers and grow Canada’s tourism industry. Click here to access this helpful information from our partners at Destination Canada.

Of particular interest to you all may be TOURISMS BIG SHIFT report found here. Tourisms Big Shift identifies the key trends that will have the greatest impact on Canada’s travel and tourism industry in the next one to three years.

CanNor Expression of Interest

Reminder that CanNor’s Expression of Interest for projects beginning in the 2023-2024 fiscal year has launched. The EOI process helps identify projects/initiatives for financial support through CanNor’s funding programs. Eligible businesses and organizations have until Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. (YT) to submit an EOI. If you have questions, please contact your CanNor regional office and for more information on CanNor’s programs and services click the link here.

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Futurpreneur programs

Are you, or someone you know, between the ages of 18-39 and have a great idea for a tourism business? Futurpreneur is the only national non-profit organization supporting entrepreneurs aged 18 - 39 through financing, mentorship and resources. Check out their exciting program here

As always, please contact our offices if you have any questions, we are here to help!

All the best,