Call for Indigenous Producers for an ISO Delegation to Cannes International Film Festival
Last Update: August 12, 2025
Canada
Supports Indigenous film producers attending Cannes Producers Network
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- Max. $4,500
Timeline
- Open Date : February 18, 2025
- Closing date : March 7, 2025
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Funds Providers
Program status
Closed
Overview
The Indigenous Screen Office offers a stipend of up to $4,500 to support Indigenous producers attending The Producers Network at the Cannes International Film Festival. The program aims to facilitate networking, professional development, and participation in special industry events for eligible producers with commercially released feature films.
Financing terms and conditions
- Fixed stipend of $4,500 CAD per selected producer to offset travel and participation expenses.
- Stipend is a one-time payment with no provision for supplementary funds.
Activities funded
- Participation in a delegation for Indigenous producers at The Producers Network during the Cannes International Film Festival 2025.
- Engagement in special programming and networking activities organized by The Producers Network, including workshops, meetings, and case studies.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 4,450
Participation in case studies for Indigenous thriller film expansion
$ 4,400
Attendance at Cannes for Indigenous sci-fi film networking
$ 4,450
Producer networking for Indigenous drama feature film at Cannes
$ 4,500
Indigenous comedy film producer attending international market events
$ 4,450
Business trip for Indigenous animation producer at film festival
$ 4,350
Producer attending industry workshops for Indigenous documentary project
Eligibility
- The applicant must be an Indigenous producer.
- The applicant must have produced at least one feature-length film commercially released in theaters or commercially distributed on global video streaming platforms.
- The applicant must have a minimum 51% ownership of a registered company in Canada.
- Only one producer per company may apply.
- The applicant must have an established track record as a mid to senior level feature film producer.
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous film production companies in Canada
Who is not eligible
- Non-Indigenous producers or companies.
- Companies without at least 51% Indigenous ownership registered in Canada.
- Companies that have not produced at least one commercially released feature-length film.
- More than one producer per company (only one application per company is allowed).
Eligible expenses
- Stipend of $4,500 intended to offset travel expenses, including flights, accommodation, meals, airport transfers, and incidental costs related to attending The Producers Network at the Cannes International Film Festival.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies registered in Canada.
Selection criteria
- Statement of interest outlining the value that attending The Producers Network would bring to the applicant's career.
- Priority is given to previous ISO funding recipients.
How to apply
1
Review program guidelines
- Read the ISO General Funding Guidelines Policy
- Review the ISO Determining Indigenous Identity Guide
2
Prepare application documents
- Prepare your CV
- Compile a current slate of projects
- Draft a statement of interest detailing the value of attending
- Verify 51% ownership of a registered Canadian company
3
Submit the application
- Complete the online application form
- Attach all required documents
- Submit before the deadline of March 7, 2025 at 5pm PT
4
Await the selection outcome
- Monitor your email for application results
- Provide any further information if requested
Additional information
- Each company may only have one producer participate in this delegation opportunity.
- Delegates are responsible for arranging their own travel, accommodation, and schedule outside the official program.
- Priority consideration is given to applicants who have previously received funding from the Indigenous Screen Office.
- Delegates must submit a final report, budget, and personal schedule within 30 days after travel.
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