Cinespace Technician Roster

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Cinespace Technician Roster a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Cinespace Technician Roster is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Cinespace Technician Roster?

Cinespace Technician Roster is funded by Indigenous Screen Office (ISO)

Q: Who is eligible for the Cinespace Technician Roster program?

To be eligible for the Cinespace Technician Roster program, you must: • Reserved for Indigenous individuals (First Nations, Inuit, Métis from Canada) • Age of majority in Ontario and residency or right to work in Ontario • Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Cinespace Technician Roster?

You can contact Indigenous Screen Office (ISO).

Q: Where is the Cinespace Technician Roster available?

The Cinespace Technician Roster program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the Cinespace Technician Roster program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the Cinespace Technician Roster program.

Last Update: August 12, 2025

Toronto, ON

Training and placements for Indigenous film and television crew

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : August 31, 2023

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Funds Providers

Indigenous Screen Office

Program status

Closed

Overview

The Cinespace Technician Roster, in partnership with the Indigenous Screen Office, provides Indigenous screen-based creators with up to $500 CAD to cover accessibility costs while participating in specialized film and television crew training. The program supports training and placements for production crew roles, with the aim of building skills and experience in categories such as Set Decoration, Props, Grip, Electric, and General Labour.

Financing terms and conditions

The ISO provides up to $500.00 CAD in additional funding to cover accessibility costs incurred during the stages of applying, completing a project, and writing the final report.

Activities funded

Training Indigenous individuals for crew roles in film and television production through participation in the CineCares Training Program.
Providing hands-on experience on actual productions to advance careers in screen-based roles such as Set Decoration, Props, Grip, Electric, and General Labour.

Eligibility

The applicant must be an Indigenous individual or an Indigenous-controlled group as defined by the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO): status and non-status First Nations, Inuit, or Métis peoples of Canada.
The applicant and key project decision-makers must be residents of Canada, having lived in Canada for at least 8 months in the past year.
The applicant must be of legal age in the province of Ontario and legally able to work in Ontario.
The applicant must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (proof required).
The applicant should have some prior experience in film or television production, but must not be a current permittee or member of IATSE Local 873.

Who is eligible?

Indigenous individuals interested in crew roles in film and television production

Who is not eligible

Companies that are not controlled by Indigenous individuals meeting the defined criteria of the Indigenous Screen Office.
Organizations outside of Ontario or those unable to legally employ workers in Ontario.
Businesses seeking to place current permittees or members of IATSE Local 873.
Companies unable to ensure full COVID-19 vaccination for participants.

Eligible expenses

Accessibility costs incurred during the stages of applying, completing a project, and writing the final report (up to $500 CAD).

Eligible geographic areas

Residents of Ontario
Ability to legally work in Ontario

Selection criteria

Examination of the candidates' eligibility and the submitted documents.
Internal evaluation once a production is identified to maximize the match between the participant's profile and the production's needs.
Prioritization of placements based on the participants' experience and skill level.

How to apply

Review eligibility guidelines

Read the ISO General Funding Guidelines Policy
Review the ISO Determining Indigenous Identity Guide

Gather application documents

Prepare a letter of interest outlining your motivation and career goals
Update your resume to include relevant experience

Submit the application

Complete and submit the application form online
Ensure all required documents are uploaded

Eligibility review process

Wait for eligibility review by the Program Manager
Respond to requests for additional documentation within the specified timeframe

Receive placement opportunity

Receive notification of placement opportunities, if available
Placement is subject to availability of productions and alignment with your profile

Additional information

There is no guarantee of placements; the number of available opportunities depends on current productions.
Applicants must confirm they have read the ISO General Funding Guidelines prior to submitting.
Up to $500 CAD in additional funding may be available to cover accessibility-related costs during the application and reporting stages.
If false or misleading information is provided, the ISO may terminate contracts and require repayment of funds.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Cinespace Technician Roster Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cinespace Technician Roster. 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.