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Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant
Labour-based funding for Alberta digital media companies
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2018
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides labour-based funding for Alberta’s interactive digital media industry, with support of up to $200,000 per organization. It supports eligible projects tied to interactive digital media and gaming products, including hiring and development activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2018
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation and development of interactive digital media products
- Development of gaming products
- Projects for interactive digital platforms, networks, or devices
- Innovative projects with new and diverse content aligned with the program
Documents Needed
- Completed application form and signed applicant agreement
- Alberta Corporate Registry registration or incorporation documents
- Most recent approved financial statements
- Business profile or curriculum vitae
- Employee resume or curriculum vitae
- Employment contract or contract for services
- Evidence of industry-standard insurance
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated companies
- Sole proprietorships
- Partnerships
- Registered non-profit entities or societies
- Digital media and gaming businesses
Who is not eligible
- Companies whose main activity is not interactive digital media or gaming
- Organizations with outstanding reporting issues on other Alberta grants
- Current permanent employees applying as eligible hires
- Majority shareholders, principals, directors, or board members as funded employees
- Projects involving pornography, adult entertainment, or contrary public policy content
Eligible expenses
- Eligible Alberta labour expenses for hired or contracted employees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects for internal promotion of the company
- Projects used mainly for interpersonal communications
- Projects that solicit funds
- Pornography or adult entertainment
- Projects contrary to public policy, including hate, undue sex, violence, horror, or cruelty
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by program staff against eligibility and program objectives
- Recommendations are prepared for ministerial approval
- Applicants are notified in writing of the decision
- Approved grants are paid after approval
- Recipients may be audited and must submit final reporting
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- A separate application is required for each individual hired or contracted.
- Final reporting forms and templates are available on the AMF website.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media 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 - Interactive Digital Media Grant?
This program provides labour-based funding for Alberta’s interactive digital media industry, with support of up to $200,000 per organization. It supports eligible projects tied to interactive digital media and gaming products, including hiring and development activities.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant Funds up to 35% of admissible expenses, capped at $200,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant program, you must:
Primary business in interactive digital media or gaming
Eligible legal business status
Good standing with Alberta funding
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant?
Creation and development of interactive digital media products
Development of gaming products
Projects for interactive digital platforms, networks, or devices
Innovative projects with new and diverse content aligned with the program
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant?
You can contact Alberta Media Fund by email at IDMGrant@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-422-8580.
Where is the Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant available?
The Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Media Fund - Interactive Digital Media Grant is a Wage Subsidies And Interns