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Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund
Supports Canadian television and new media projects
Funding available
$ 250,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Montréal, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports Canadian television and new media production, with funding up to $250,000 for new media and up to $75,000 for the broadcast component. It supports eligible Canadian projects that combine a television component with a new media component.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Montréal
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production of Canadian television projects with a companion new media component.
- Development of interactive new media content linked to broadcast productions.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian independent producers
- Canadian broadcaster-affiliated production companies
Eligible expenses
- New media production costs.
- Broadcast licence fee top-up for the television component.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Potential of the projects.
- Impact of the project set on the production company’s growth.
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose the program stream
- Identify whether the application falls under the Selective stream or the Key Contributors to Canadian Production stream.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the application through the online portal.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the application through the Bell Fund application portal.
Additional information
- The program has two streams: Selective and Key Contributors to Canadian Production (KCCP).
- Applicants can access the application portal online.
- The project set development program allows funded applicants to allocate funds across projects in their portfolio.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund Program
What is the Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund?
This program supports Canadian television and new media production, with funding up to $250,000 for new media and up to $75,000 for the broadcast component. It supports eligible Canadian projects that combine a television component with a new media component.
How much funding can be received?
Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund program?
To be eligible for the Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund program, you must:
Canadian applicant
Canadian-controlled company
Independent producer or broadcaster-affiliated company
What expenses are eligible under Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund?
Production of Canadian television projects with a companion new media component.
Development of interactive new media content linked to broadcast productions.
Who can I contact for more information about the Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund?
You can contact Bell Fund by email at bellfund@istar.ca or by phone at (416) 977-8154.
Where is the Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund available?
The Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund program is available Montréal, Ontario.
Is the Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund is a Partnering and Collaboration