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Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant
Closed program for cultural industry projects
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Closing date : June 1, 2024
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The program is closed and no longer accepting applications. It previously supported new projects in books and magazine publishing, film production, and sound recording, with up to $20,000 in funding.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : June 1, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Research
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New book and magazine publishing projects
- Film production projects
- Sound recording projects
Documents Needed
- Signed applicant agreement
- Annual corporate registry documents
- Most recent annual financial statements
- Resumes of company principals
- Supporting material for project assessment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Book publishers
- Magazine publishers
- Sound recording companies
- Film production companies
Who is not eligible
- Self-published projects
- Corporate or agency newsletters
- Corporate video productions
Eligible expenses
- Transportation and accommodation
- Royalties or licenses
- Editing fees
- Administration and contract fees
- Promotion, publicity, and production costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the application date
- Costs already covered by other AMF or Alberta Foundation for the Arts grants
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by department staff for eligibility.
- An expert panel evaluates eligible applications and makes funding recommendations.
- Applicants are notified in writing after recommendations are approved.
- Recipients must submit a post-project report through the online system.
Additional information
- The program is closed and no longer accepting applications.
- Projects that were previously eligible may now fall under other Cultural Industries Grants or the Alberta Made Screen Industries Program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant?
The program is closed and no longer accepting applications. It previously supported new projects in books and magazine publishing, film production, and sound recording, with up to $20,000 in funding.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant program, you must:
Registered and in good standing
Based in Alberta
Majority owned by Alberta residents
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant?
New book and magazine publishing projects
Film production projects
Sound recording projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant?
You can contact Government of Alberta or by phone at 780-422-8584.
Where is the Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant available?
The Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Media Fund — Cultural Industry Organizations Grant is a Grant and Funding