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CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC)
Selective audiovisual funding for Black and racialized communities
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 750,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 19, 2026
- Closing date : June 8, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Supports Black and racialized communities in audiovisual production. Maximum funding is $750,000 for drama and animation, or $550,000 for documentary, variety and performing arts, and children and youth 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 60.000004% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : May 19, 2026
- Closing date : June 8, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- English- and French-language audiovisual production.
- Production by companies owned and controlled by Black people and people of colour.
Documents Needed
- Community Engagement Plan
- Declaration of Canadian status and corporate information, if applicable
- Narrative Positioning Statement
- Narrative Positioning Attestation
- Sustainability Plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Black-owned production companies
- Companies owned and controlled by people of colour
- Canadian production companies
- Canadian broadcasters
Who is not eligible
- Production companies not owned and controlled by Black or racialized owners
- Projects with a non-Black or non-racialized final decision maker
- Projects previously funded by the CMF in an earlier fiscal year
Eligible expenses
- Apprentice positions for members of Black and racialized communities
- Eligible production costs under the CMF business policies
- Eligible marketing expenses
- Reasonable environmentally sustainable costs
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a selective process.
- Projects are evaluated by a jury made up of members of Black and racialized communities.
- Funding decisions are based on the evaluation grid and available program funds.
- Selected projects must meet the program’s funding agreement requirements before funding is finalized.
Additional information
- The program is selective.
- Development and predevelopment support is offered through a separate funding stream.
- PERSONA-ID may be used in the application process.
- Accessibility support is available for applicants who need it.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC). 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 — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC)?
Supports Black and racialized communities in audiovisual production. Maximum funding is $750,000 for drama and animation, or $550,000 for documentary, variety and performing arts, and children and youth projects.
How much funding can be received?
CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) Funds up to 60.000004% of admissible expenses, capped at $750,000 per project.
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:
Owned and controlled by Black or racialized owners
Black or racialized writer or director
Meets market commitment threshold
What expenses are eligible under CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC)?
English- and French-language audiovisual production.
Production by companies owned and controlled by Black people and people of colour.
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.
Is the CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CMF — Program for Racialized Communities (PRC) is a Grant and Funding