Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationDigital Transformation
Timeline
- Open Date : April 8, 2026
- Closing date : December 2, 2026
Canada
Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Bell Fund
The Bell Fund is a Canadian not-for-profit organization certified by the CRTC as an independent production fund. Since 1997, it has received over $300 million from Bell TV to support Canadian independent producers in developing and producing high-quality television series, short-form digital series, and development slates. The Fund operates offices in Toronto and Montreal, with a mission to support Canadian media content makers in creating for audiences in Canada and internationally. View Bell Fund's website for more information.
Featured grants at a glance
3 programs available
Grant and FundingOpenOntario Creates Industry Development Program
Supports Ontario creative industry development initiativesEligible Funding- From $5,000 to $35,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Open Date : June 18, 2026
Ontario, Canada- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund
Supports Canadian television and new media projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationOntario, Canada
About Bell Fund
What is the mission of Bell Fund?
To support Canadian media content makers in creating for and connecting with audiences here and everywhere.
What type of organization is Bell Fund?
Bell Fund is a Non-profit organization.
When was Bell Fund founded?
Bell Fund was founded in 1997.
What is Bell Fund's official website?
Bell Fund's official website is https://bellfund.ca/.
What else should I know about Bell Fund?
Role of the Bell Fund in the Canadian Media Funding Ecosystem
The Bell Fund is one of Canada's leading independent production funds, certified by the CRTC to receive and administer contributions from broadcast distribution undertakings and online streaming services. Since its establishment in 1997, the Fund has played a crucial role in supporting the development and production of Canadian audiovisual content.
Funding Programs
The Bell Fund administers three main funding programs:
- TV Production Program - Supports the production of high-quality, market-driven Canadian series in eligible genres, with two streams: Selective and Major Production Funder (MPF)
- Short-Form Digital Series Production Program - Supports the creation of Canadian series produced for online platforms across various genres
- Slate Development Program - Helps independent production companies diversify their development slate by offering financial support for planning and developing original intellectual property
Eligibility and Evaluation Criteria
The Bell Fund is committed to supporting a more equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible industry across Canada. The Fund prioritizes projects from Indigenous creators and Equity-deserving communities including Black, Racialized, Women and gender-diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+, Persons with disabilities, Regional producers, and Official Language Minority Community (OLMC) producers.
Transparency and Accountability
The Bell Fund publishes annual reports with detailed statistics on funding decisions, recipient projects, and industry development initiatives. Funding decisions are announced publicly, and the Fund maintains a publicly accessible database of funded projects.