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CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC)
Audiovisual production support for Black and racialized communities
Funding available
$ 750,000
Deadline
December 8, 2026
Opened September 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Production companies owned and controlled by Black people and people of colour.
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Overview
The Program for Black and Racialized Communities supports English- and French-language audiovisual production from production companies owned and controlled by Black people and people of colour. Eligible projects are assessed through an Evaluation Grid, with points linked to Gender Balance (Ownership) and Diverse Community (Ownership) projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop a new product or service
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 84% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
Next Steps
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Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 5
Activities funded
- English- and French-language audiovisual production.
Documents Needed
- Awards and Festivals Summary Form
Sources and recorded changes
- Source change captured
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CMF Development and Predevelopment allocations updated
The CMF’s Development and Predevelopment Funding page now says the Black and Racialized Community allocation may not fund new submissions and that several allocations are no longer accepting applications.
The Development and Predevelopment Funding page now says the Black and Racialized Community Development and Predevelopment allocation appears oversubscribed and that newly submitted applications may not be considered for funding. It also lists English Predevelopment Funding, Francophone Minority: Development, and Northern Incentive: Development as no longer accepting applications. The page keeps the general application materials and the Apply now path in place, but the status of these allocations has become more restrictive.
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Production companies owned and controlled by Black people and people of colour.
Who is not eligible
- Indigenous Peoples in Canada (i.e., First Nations, Inuit and Métis)
- Applications where the final control and central decision makers in both the Applicant company and the Project are not with the Black and Racialized Owner(s) from the Applicant company.
Eligible expenses
- The provision of one or more apprentice positions for members of a Black and Racialized Community.
Selection criteria
- Track record and experience of the Production and Creative Teams (18)
- Market commitment (9)
- Audience potential (8)
- Community Engagement Plan (2) and Sustainability Plan (2)
- Production values (15)
How to apply
- Fill out and submit these documents as part of your application.
Processing and Agreement
- Production is selective.
- The CMF reserves the right to request additional documentation, including by-laws and articles of incorporation, to ensure the ownership and control provisions are met.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through Dialogue.
- The program page directs applicants to PERSONA-ID information and accessibility support resources.
- Production applications are selective and have posted opening and closing dates.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) Program
What is the CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC)?
The Program for Black and Racialized Communities supports English- and French-language audiovisual production from production companies owned and controlled by Black people and people of colour. Eligible projects are assessed through an Evaluation Grid, with points linked to Gender Balance (Ownership) and Diverse Community (Ownership) projects.
How much funding can be received?
CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) Funds up to 84% of admissible expenses, capped at $750,000 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 — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) program?
To be eligible for the CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) program, you must:
The applicant company must be owned and controlled by Black people or people of colour.
The program supports English- and French-language audiovisual production.
What expenses are eligible under CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC)?
English- and French-language audiovisual production.
Who can I contact for more information about the CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC)?
You can contact Canada Media Fund (CMF) by email at cmf.fmc.coordination@telefilm.ca.
Where is the CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) available?
The CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) program is available across Canada.