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Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program
Early film development support for Indigenous creators
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provided up to $20,000 to support early development work for Indigenous film projects in British Columbia. It funded activities such as research, community consultation, drafting, treatment development, outline work, polishing, and demo-tape creation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Early development of a new film project or the next phase of an existing project
- Research and story development
- Community engagement and consultation
- Writing, re-writing, treatment, outline, and pitch package development
- Demo-tape or pitch reel creation
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Proof of Indigenous identity or affiliation
- Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
- Proof of British Columbia residency
- Supporting proof of other approved funding sources, if requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous filmmakers
- Indigenous creatives
- Indigenous producers
- Indigenous-led production companies
Who is not eligible
- Applicants currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary program
- Applicants not in good standing with Creative BC
Eligible expenses
- Fees for the applicant as a key creative
- Fees or honoraria for collaborators and other professionals
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work related to development, pre-production, production, finishing, post-production, marketing, or distribution beyond early development
- Applications with incomplete answers
- Projects from applicants currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary program
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Program staff first reviewed applications for applicant eligibility.
- An all-Indigenous Advisory Panel then reviewed project eligibility and made funding recommendations.
- Applicants were notified of the funding decision.
- Approved applicants had to sign a grant acceptance agreement before payment.
- The final payment depended on project completion and submission of the final report.
Additional information
- The program accepted one application per applicant per program year.
- All funding decisions were final and not subject to appeal.
- Successful recipients were required to acknowledge Creative BC support publicly.
- Applicants could be asked to provide proof of identity or community connection.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund 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 Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program?
This program provided up to $20,000 to support early development work for Indigenous film projects in British Columbia. It funded activities such as research, community consultation, drafting, treatment development, outline work, polishing, and demo-tape creation.
How much funding can be received?
Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program program?
To be eligible for the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program program, you must:
Indigenous filmmaker or creative
Emerging, early- or mid-career
Based in British Columbia
What expenses are eligible under Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program?
Early development of a new film project or the next phase of an existing project
Research and story development
Community engagement and consultation
Writing, re-writing, treatment, outline, and pitch package development
Demo-tape or pitch reel creation
Who can I contact for more information about the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program?
You can contact Creative BC by email at lneel@creativebc.com or by phone at +1 236-427-4695.
Where is the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program available?
The Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program is a Grant and Funding