RAII grant writing for Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut
CanNor is accepting RAII applications for projects starting in the 2026–27 fiscal year. It has one of the broadest eligibility lists in the country. We help northern organizations build applications that fit.
What CanNor's RAII program covers
| Who can apply | Businesses, including partnerships, social enterprises, corporations, co-operatives and Indigenous-owned businesses; not-for-profits such as industry associations and post-secondary institutions; Indigenous-led not-for-profits and organizations; and municipal and territorial governments, including Crown corporations |
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| Intake | Accepting applications for projects starting in fiscal year 2026–27 (April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027) |
| Funding amounts | Funding amounts and cost-share rates vary by project. We'll walk you through what applies to yours on your free call. |
| Recent activity | In February 2026, CanNor announced up to about $2.8 million for four AI and digital literacy projects across the three territories |
Timing
Projects need to start in the 2026–27 fiscal year, which ends March 31, 2027. Talk to us soon if you're planning a project this year.
Three streams
1. Adoption: AI implementation and readiness, automation and robotics, predictive analytics, AI-enabled optimization, cybersecurity and responsible AI
2. Commercialization: technology validation, product development, scale-up, customer acquisition, IP protection
3. AI ecosystem: cluster development, commercialization support, youth workforce development, testbeds in priority sectors
Your northern RAII application
- Identify the right stream for your organization
- Confirm the current funding terms for your project
- Show how the project benefits northern communities
- Build a realistic budget and work plan
- Write the application and support reporting once you're funded
Wherever you are in the North
We work entirely by video call and email, so distance isn't a barrier. Whether you're in Whitehorse, Yellowknife, Iqaluit or a smaller community, we can help.
Applying in the territories?
Book a free call and we'll help you work out whether your project fits CanNor's RAII streams.
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Information current as of October 14, 2026. Program details can change, so we confirm current requirements with you before starting.