The Yukon Film Location Incentive encourages production companies from outside Yukon to:
- film in Yukon; and,
- hire and/or train Yukoners.
This program is a rebate, and not a tax credit.
Who can apply?
Production companies from outside Yukon who are:
- filming in the territory;
- hiring Yukon crew; and
- Yukon production companies not eligible for the Yukon Film Production Fund
Applicants must be registered with Yukon Corporate Affairs. To learn more, email corporateaffairs@gov.yk.ca or phone 867-667-5314, toll free in Yukon 1-800-661-0408, extension 5314.
What funding is available?
Yukon spend rebate
What types of productions are eligible?
- Television programs
- Television movies (movie of the week)
- Documentaries
- Feature films
- Digital Media
How much of a rebate is available?
Up to 25 per cent of payments made to Yukon residents and businesses.
Training program
What types of productions are eligible?
- Television programs
- Television movies (movie of the week)
- Documentaries
- Feature films
- Digital Media
How much of a rebate is available?
You may apply for up to 25 per cent of wages paid for on-set training (techniques and equipment) to eligible Yukon labour. All training must be pre-approved and will be based on available resources.
Travel Rebate
What types of productions are eligible?
- Productions not accessing the Yukon Spend Rebate
- Commercials
What does the rebate cover?
Travel costs from Edmonton, Calgary or Vancouver to Whitehorse to a maximum of $15,000.
Before you apply
- Review the Yukon Film Locations Incentive Program Framework for eligible and ineligible activities (Travel Rebate, Yukon Spend Rebate and Training Program), intake information, assessment criteria and more.
- Read the Program Policy and Guidelines.
- Contact Media Development to discuss your application.
Note that productions must be pre-approved prior to the 1st day of principal photography in Yukon.
How to apply
- Download and complete the application form.
- Submit application and all required documentation.
In person: 303 Alexander Street, 2nd floor, in Whitehorse
Our office is open Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We're closed for statutory holidays.
Email: reel.yukon@gov.yk.ca (only if under 10 MB)
Mail:
Government of Yukon
Media Development (F-1)
Box 2703
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6
If you have questions about the Yukon Film Location Incentive Program email reel.yukon@gov.yk.ca, or phone 867-667-5400 or toll free in Yukon 1-800-661-0408, extension 5400.