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CMF — Commercial Projects Program

Supporting interactive digital media with commercial potential

Offered by
Canada Media Fund (CMF)
Official source: cmf-fmc.ca

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Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Up to 75% of project cost
Deadline
December 8, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Canadian interactive digital media production companies.
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Overview

The Commercial Projects Program – Main Stream supports applicants developing Canadian interactive digital media projects with strong commercial potential. It funds production support for a final, market-ready version of an eligible project, with localization and marketing or commercialization activities, and prioritizes projects that can demonstrate a clear path to market and monetization.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$1,500,000
Maximum share of project costs
75%
Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Develop workforce skills
  • Access new markets
  • Launch or market a product/service

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Women
Legal structures
For-profit business

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 5

Latest changes

Third-Party Investment Stream Closed

The Commercial Projects Program’s Third-Party Investment Stream is no longer accepting applications, while the Main Stream remains open.

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The Commercial Projects Program page now says the Third-Party Investment Stream will no longer be accepting applications. The Main Stream remains open. The update changes the application status for one stream of the program, but no prior closing deadline is shown on the page.

Official source: cmf-fmc.ca
September 27, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Canadian interactive digital media production companies.
  • Applicants with a prior publicly released project similar to the proposed one.
  • Applicants in the Main Stream of the Commercial Projects Program.

Eligible expenses

  • Content research and preparation.
  • Project team salaries, benefits, and contracts.
  • Technological infrastructure, hardware, and software.
  • Travel and accommodation.
  • Project audit fees and other technical or administrative costs.
  • Localization, marketing, and promotion.
  • Environmental sustainability-related costs and related hires.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

Activities funded

  • Creation of a final, market-ready version of the eligible project.
  • Localization of the project.
  • Marketing and commercialization activities.

How to apply

  • Carefully review the program guidelines and reference documents.
  • Determine whether you are an eligible applicant and whether your project is eligible for funding.
  • If you have questions about eligibility or the application process, contact a regional office of the CMF Program Administrator, Telefilm Canada, for a pre-application consultation.
  • Register online to create your Dialogue account.
  • Consult the Dialogue User Guide for further instructions.

Documents Needed

  • Narrative Positioning Attestation and Narrative Positioning Statement.
  • Community Engagement Plan and Sustainability Plan.
  • Team Description and Curriculum Vitae.
  • Detailed Project Summary, History, and Description of Content and Form.
  • Budget and Cashflow.

Selection criteria

  • Projects are assessed on their potential to attain stated commercial objectives, demonstrate business opportunity, and achieve profitability.

Processing and Agreement

  • Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation with an application number.
  • If you’ve applied to a selective program, once the review process for your application has completed, you will receive a letter informing you of the decision and, if not approved, the reasons for rejection will be explained.
  • You will need to complete the Dialogue enrolment process for your company before you can proceed to contract.
  • If your project is approved, you will receive a contract to sign as soon as all of the conditions stipulated in the letter of acceptance, where applicable, have been fulfilled.
  • Once your contract has been signed, complete and submit the applicable Final Cost Documents found on the Program page.

Additional information

  • Any material exceeding maximum page limits will not be reviewed during the selective evaluation process.
  • Documents uploaded to Dialogue must be in PDF, Microsoft Word or Microsoft Excel (.xlsx) and must not exceed 25MB.
  • Only hyperlinks to videos are accepted, and they must not lead to platforms requiring registration or the sharing of personal information.
  • Accessibility Support is available for persons with disabilities who need help applying for CMF funding.

Contacts

cmf.fmc.coordination@telefilm.ca
1-877-975-0766

Official sources

Commercial Projects Program

Program guide

Appendix a 2026-2027Appendix B Business PoliciesCommercial Projects Program - MAIN Stream Guidelines 2026-2027

Application form

2026-27 Narrative Positioning PolicyDeclaration of Canadian Status of the Organization and Corporate InformationExcel SpreadsheetUSER Guide

Supporting document

Canada Media Fund / Fonds des médias du Canada (the “CMF”)Interactive Digital MediaInteractive Digital MediaInteractive Digital Media DefinitionsNarrative Positioning Statement - 2026-2027
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Frequently Asked Questions about the CMF — Commercial Projects Program Program

What is the CMF — Commercial Projects Program?

The Commercial Projects Program – Main Stream supports applicants developing Canadian interactive digital media projects with strong commercial potential. It funds production support for a final, market-ready version of an eligible project, with localization and marketing or commercialization activities, and prioritizes projects that can demonstrate a clear path to market and monetization.

How much funding can be received?

CMF — Commercial Projects Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program is December 8, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.

Who is eligible for the CMF — Commercial Projects Program program?

To be eligible for the CMF — Commercial Projects Program program, you must: The applicant must meet section 3.1 of the IDM Content Programs – Core Guidelines and any specific eligibility criteria in this section. New applicants to CMF through an IDM Program must participate in a Pre-Application consultation with CMFPA staff to be considered eligible to apply. The applicant or its majority shareholder(s) must have previously produced and publicly released at least one project similar in nature to the proposed project.

What expenses are eligible under CMF — Commercial Projects Program?

Content research and preparation. Project team salaries, benefits, and contracts. Technological infrastructure, hardware, and software. Travel and accommodation. Project audit fees and other technical or administrative costs. Localization, marketing, and promotion. Environmental sustainability-related costs and related hires.

Who can I contact for more information about the CMF — Commercial Projects Program?

You can contact Canada Media Fund (CMF) by email at cmf.fmc.coordination@telefilm.ca or by phone at 1-877-975-0766.

Where is the CMF — Commercial Projects Program available?

The CMF — Commercial Projects Program program is available across Canada.