Apply for a Staycation Grant
Are you a resident of Haida Gwaii seeking adventure in your own backyard? Are you looking to explore Haida Gwaii’s lush forests, kayak along its stunning coastlines, or immerse yourself in its rich cultural heritage?
The Staycation Grant offers up to $250 per person to experience the beauty and excitement Haida Gwaii has to offer.
Interested? Here’s everything you need to know to apply.
100% ($150,000) of the funding is still available. Apply now for your grant!
At a Glance
Application Deadline:
No later than one business day before your trip
Amount Available:
Up to $250 per person, once a year
Spending Requirement
Funds must be used for a locally owned business
Who Can Apply?
You
If you’ve been living on Haida Gwaii for at least 24 consecutive months.
OR
Your Family or Organization
If you’re a family, non-profit group, or an organization with its own bank account.
If you’re ready to explore your community while supporting local tourism businesses, we look forward to your application!
Eligible Expenses
- Booking fees for locally owned fishing charters, land tours, or water tours
- Accommodation fees for locally owned hotels, cabins, or vacation rentals
- Equipment rentals such as:
- Kayaks
- Paddleboards
- Bikes
- Campers
- Scooters
- Surfboards
The Staycation Grant Process
- Applications Open (year-round)
- Ready to apply? You’ll need your booking confirmation, direct deposit information, the name of the locally-owned business, and a brief summary of your staycation plan.
- Submit Your Application
- No later than one business day before your trip. Make sure you include all required documents.
- Review and Decision (Within 3 weeks)
- After the deadline, the Gwaii Trust Board will review your application and make funding decisions. Depending on the number of applications, approval can take up to three weeks.
- Complete Your Staycation
- Once you’ve finished your staycation, write a brief summary of your trip and submit some photos — we’d love to share your experience!
- Receive Your Funds
- After you submit all your documents, we’ll distribute the funds.
Need more information?
Contact us for more questions about the grant or help with your application.
Pam Hill
Grant Coordinator
Office: HlG̲aagilda – Skidegate
Email: pam.hill@gwaiitrust.com
Ph: 250 559 8104
FAQs
There are a few things the grant won’t cover. You can’t use the grant for:
- Fishing charters, tours, or lodgings by businesses that are NOT locally owned.
- Rentals or payments to private individuals
- Transportation, mileage, or car rental costs related to your trip.
- Tips, meals, clothing, or equipment purchases
- Fishing or other types of licenses
If you’re not sure if an expense is eligible, please contact us. We’d love to see how we can help!
You won’t be eligible for the Staycation Grant if your employer or group is paying for your trip.
If you need to delay your trip because of weather or other reasons, you won’t need to reapply. Just let us know about the delay.
For more information, please review our Staycation Grant Application Guide. We look forward to hearing from you!