Opening Soon
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 400,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 28, 2026
- Closing date : May 14, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Supports one-off POV documentaries in English or French. Maximum funding is the lesser of 49% of eligible costs or $400,000, for eligible projects and activities under the program.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400,000 $
- Up to 49% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 28, 2026
- Closing date : May 14, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production of one-off auteur or creative documentaries
Documents Needed
- Completed Dialogue application form
- Narrative Positioning Statement
- Community Engagement Plan
- Sustainability Plan
- Declaration of Canadian Status and Corporate Information, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian production companies
- Canadian broadcasters
Who is not eligible
- Broadcaster-affiliated programming
- In-house programming
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Broadcast-affiliated programming
- In-house programming
- Mini-series
- Sponsored productions
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a selective process.
- Projects are assessed against the evaluation grid.
- Funding decisions are based on market interest, team, community and sustainability, and creative elements.
- Approved applicants must sign the CMF financing agreement before funding is finalized.
Additional information
- Selective program.
- Applicants may need to use Dialogue and linked broadcaster/distributor forms.
- PERSONA-ID may be used for key personnel self-identification.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CMF — POV Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CMF — POV Program. 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.
What is the CMF — POV Program?
Supports one-off POV documentaries in English or French. Maximum funding is the lesser of 49% of eligible costs or $400,000, for eligible projects and activities under the program.
How much funding can be received?
CMF — POV Program Funds up to 49% of admissible expenses, capped at $400,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on April 28, 2026.
Who is eligible for the CMF — POV Program program?
To be eligible for the CMF — POV Program program, you must:
One-off POV documentary
English or French production
Minimum third-party Canadian financing
What expenses are eligible under CMF — POV Program?
Production of one-off auteur or creative documentaries
Who can I contact for more information about the CMF — POV Program?
You can contact Canada Media Fund (CMF) by email at cmf.fmc.coordination@telefilm.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the CMF — POV Program available?
The CMF — POV Program program is available across Canada.