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# Yukon filmmakers receive project funding

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Four Yukon filmmakers have received funding for project development through the Yukon Filmmakers Fund. The fund provides support to Yukon film and video professionals to help them develop viable careers and businesses, making films and videos for broadcast or commercial release.

The funding recipients for this intake are Teresa Earle, Jack Amos, Alex Robinson and Fritz Mueller. The fund covers a range of projects and includes documentaries, a short film and a virtual reality video.

> Now more than ever, it is important to support our film and media industry. It is great to see projects moving forward and Yukoners expanding and developing their skillsets. This funding will help creative professionals pursue their vision and contribute to this industry’s growth in Yukon.

Quick facts

- The Yukon Filmmakers Fund provides up to $8,000 in funding per applicant.

- There are two intakes per year with June 1 and December 1 deadlines.

- Total funding approval is $20,000.

Media contact

Stewart Burnett
Cabinet Communications
867-332-0480
stewart.burnett@gov.yk.ca

Shona Mostyn
Communications, Economic Development
867-456-3913
shona.mostyn@gov.yk.cas

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