Commercial film and photography application - Yukon Field Unit

This form is for the following sites:

Kluane National Park and Reserve*
Vuntut National Park
Chilkoot Trail National Historic Site
S.S. Klondike National Historic Site
Klondike National Historic Sites

*When applying for filming or photography in Kluane National Park and Reserve (KNPR), prospective productions should understand KNPR is cooperatively managed with Champagne and Aishihik First Nations (CAFN) and Kluane First Nation (KFN). Filming and photography in KNPR will only be permitted if there are no concerns from Parks Canada and CAFN and/or KFN, depending on whose traditional territory the proposed production would take place.

A complete application must be submitted well in advance, and will be assessed against the following:

Potential impact on ecological and cultural resources.
Consistency with, and contribution to, site objectives, themes and messages.
Required level of assistance and / or supervision by site staff.
Type of proposed activities.
Level of disturbance to visitors and traditional users.

Please allow five to ten business days for an application to reach the assigned officer. When reviewing the application, Parks Canada will also consult with Indigenous partners in whose traditional territory the filming and/or photography is proposed. If approved, a Film/Photography permit will be issued.

Note: depending on the nature and complexity of the filming or photography request, the process to apply and obtain a permit can take up to 3 months or more. We recommend that you apply for the permit well in advance to ensure sufficient time for processing.

Parks Canada reserves the right to refuse any application that is not in the best interest of the Agency or revoke permission without notice if terms and conditions of the permit are violated.

An incomplete application may not be processed.

How to Apply

Call to discuss your project and determine if you require a permit:

Stella Patera
Partnering and Engagement Officer
Parks Canada, Yukon Field Unit
(867) 332-3912
filmyukon@pc.gc.ca

Submit a complete application form

The information you provide is collected under the authority of Section 7 of the General Regulations of the Canada National Parks Act for the purposes of administering the Commercial film and photography application process. Parks Canada Agency may also use aggregate (anonymous) information for research and statistical purposes.

Your personal information is administered in accordance with the Canada National Parks Act and the Privacy Act. You have the right to the protection of, access to, and correction of your personal information, which is described in Personal Information Bank PC PPU 067. Instructions for obtaining this information are outlined in the government publication entitled Info Source.

Info Source may also be accessed on-line at any Service Canada Centre. You have the right to file a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding the institution’s handling of your personal information.

Applicant information

Production company name

Mailing address

Web site

Type of business

Commercial

Non-profit

Government

Other

Production manager / Producer name

Phone number

Project Information

Project title

Production description

Please describe this project (who, what, where, when and why, maximum 200 words).

Intended use of images / footage

Tourism production

Education / documentary

Entertainment

Other

Publishing deadline / air date

Format the date as: mm/dd/yyyy

Proposed filming locations and brief description of scenes

Proposed filming dates and times

Production size including talent, crew, drivers, and guides

Enter a number

Provide details on the equipment required for the production (including camera equipment).

Be specific as only the equipment listed will be approved on your licence

Provide details about props and equipment including set, props, generator, craft services

Tent, garbage bins, catering, etc.

Does this production involve construction or alteration of any kind?

Yes

Does this production involve any alcohol, firearms, or smoking products?

Yes

Does this production involve livestock or trained animals?

Yes

Are you considering submitting a request for an interview with a Parks Canada representative?

Yes

List other Canadian national parks / historic sites where you have worked or propose to work

Aerial filming

Activities involving aircraft, including Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS), are restricted under the Canada National Parks Act and National Parks of Canada Aircraft Access Regulations . Aircraft access may be approved by the Yukon Field Unit Superintendent. Additional time may be required to process applications involving aircraft.

If requesting use of aircraft, provide details on where you wish to land, aircraft type and name of fixed wing / helicopter company.

Do you intend to conduct aerial filming from a helicopter or an aircraft?

Yes

Are you requesting to use a RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System)?

Yes

Operator's name

Operator's email address

RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) operations

Find your category of drone operation (canada.ca)

Are you conducting basic or advanced operations?

Basic

Advanced

For Basic Operations: applicants must also provide a copy of their Transport Canada Pilot Certificate - Basic Operations and a copy of their Transport Canada Certificate of Registration.

For Advanced Operations: applicants must provide a copy of their Transport Canada Pilot Certificate — Advanced Operations and a copy of their Transport Canada Certificate of Registration. Advanced operations may require a copy of a RPAS Flight Authorization.

**We will contact you to acquire these after review

Working with Parks Canada

Parks Canada Mandate and Charter

How the production supports Parks Canada’s mandate, if applicable.

Parks Canada can assist with:

details on site regulations, conditions, and requirements.
advice on film / photography opportunities and locations.
arranging interviews with site staff, interpreters, and specialists, depending upon
the scope of project and availability of staff.
advice on impact assessment processes that may be triggered.

What works well:

simple productions involving minimal equipment and a small crew
educational productions contributing to site objectives, messages and themes
minimal impact on the environment, visitors, and traditional users

What won't work:

portraying activities that are illegal or conflict with Parks Canada's mandate.
engaging in activities that may damage natural or cultural resources, or site structures.
disrupting, harassing, or manipulating wildlife, including using trained animals.
landing of aircraft without a permit.
low-level flying.
disrupting public access or enjoyment.
filming or photographing visitors, traditional users or staff without their consent.

Fees, insurance and other important information

For a complete list of applicable fees, please consult the Commercial film and photography application guidelines page. Payment must be received prior to any filming or photography activities. Depending on the scope, location and crew size, monitoring fees in excess of the fees above may be charged. Fees may also be reduced for proposals that help Parks Canada meet its mandate and provide direct benefits to the sites.

Before a film permit can be issued, you must provide proof of a comprehensive liability insurance policy indicating a minimum of $2,000,000, naming His Majesty the King in right of Canada as represented by Parks Canada Agency as additional insured, to be carried for the duration of the production in the park / site.

Important Information

Small scale travel media projects may not require a Parks Canada Film Permit; refer to: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/agence-agency/media/touristique-travel.
If you are travelling in the backcountry of Kluane NPR or the Chilkoot Trail NHS, you may be required to travel with a guide employed by an operator with a valid Business Licence.

Date modified: 2025-12-23