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Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time
Support for Indigenous producers attending national industry conference
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- Funding available
- $ 2,000
- Up to 51% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Canada
Overview
The Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time offers a $2,000 stipend to support Indigenous producers attending the Prime Time industry conference in Ottawa from January 29-31, 2025. Eligible activities include participation in conference programming, workshops, and networking sessions designed to advance careers in media production, television, and feature film.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $2,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 51%
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Canada
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Legal structures
- For-profit business
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Availability timeline
2025
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous-owned media production companies
- Companies active in television production
- Companies active in feature film production
Who is not eligible
- Companies that are not majority owned (less than 51%) by Indigenous producers.
- Producers or companies without an established track record in media production, television, or feature film.
- Companies not registered in Canada.
- Companies seeking to have more than one producer apply (only one producer per company may apply).
Eligible expenses
- General expenses related to travel, accommodations, meals, airport transfers, and incidental costs incurred for attending the Prime Time 2025 conference (covered by a fixed $2,000 CAD stipend).
Eligible geographic areas
- Registered companies in Canada.
Activities funded
- Participation in a delegation at the Prime Time industry conference in Ottawa.
- Engagement in private delegation-only pitching workshops during the conference.
- Attendance at a group Q&A session with an executive at Prime Time.
- Taking part in special networking events such as the First Time to Prime Time Cocktail reception.
- Involvement in a virtual training session to prepare for the conference.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review Eligibility and Guidelines
- Read the ISO General Funding Guidelines Policy.
- Consult the ISO Determining Indigenous Identity Guide.
- Step 2: Prepare Application Documents
- Update and prepare your CV.
- Compile a current slate of your media projects.
- Write a statement of interest explaining the value of attending Prime Time for your career.
- Step 3: Complete Application Form
- Access and fill out the application form provided by the Indigenous Screen Office.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Send the completed application, including all required documents, by 5pm Pacific Time on December 6, 2024.
- Step 5: Arrange for Application Assistance (If Needed)
- If you have accommodation needs such as disability, language, or internet access barriers, contact the ISO for support.
Selection criteria
- Priority will be given to current ISO funding recipients.
- Applicants must submit a CV, a current slate of projects, and a statement of interest outlining the value of attending Prime Time for their career.
Additional information
- Only one producer per company is permitted to apply.
- Selected delegates are responsible for arranging their own travel and related logistics.
- Priority is given to previous Indigenous Screen Office funding recipients.
- A personal schedule must be submitted to the ISO’s Senior Manager before travel.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time Program
What is the Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time?
The Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time offers a $2,000 stipend to support Indigenous producers attending the Prime Time industry conference in Ottawa from January 29-31, 2025. Eligible activities include participation in conference programming, workshops, and networking sessions designed to advance careers in media production, television, and feature film.
How much funding can be received?
Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time Funds up to 51% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time program?
To be eligible for the Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time program, you must:
Indigenous producer with minimum 51% ownership of a registered company in Canada
Established track record in media production, television, or feature film
Only one producer per company may apply
What expenses are eligible under Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time?
General expenses related to travel, accommodations, meals, airport transfers, and incidental costs incurred for attending the Prime Time 2025 conference (covered by a fixed $2,000 CAD stipend).
Who can I contact for more information about the Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time?
You can contact Indigenous Screen Office (ISO).
Where is the Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time available?
The Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time program is available across Canada.
Is the Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Prime Time is a Grant and Funding