Fund Information:

The Yukon Indian People Training Trust (YIPTT) was set up under Chapter 28 of the Umbrella Final Agreement (UFA), to assist Yukon First Nations (YFNs) in accessing training that will help them participate in the implementation of any Yukon First Nation Final Agreement.

YIPTT is governed by a five-member Board of Trustees. These Trustees are appointed by the Council of Yukon First Nations, the Government of Yukon and the Government of Canada to make decisions about training project applications and about investments.  

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Eligibility:

As stated in the Umbrella Final Agreement, only YFNs can submit applications to access this Fund. The application requires a project proposal. The project should intend to assist YFNs in attaining training that will help them participate in the implementation of any YFN Final Agreement.

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Applicants may also partner with other YFNs and/or organizations specifically mandated to support YFNs.

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YIPTT Applications are currently paused:

Training Policy Committee has temporarily paused applications to the Yukon Indigenous People Training Trust (YIPTT) while we review and update our policies, application forms, and records. These updates will help ensure our programs remain aligned with our mandate and compliance requirements. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete this important work.