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Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production
Funding for Saskatchewan screen productions
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
Creative Saskatchewan supports feature film and television productions with up to $5,000,000 in funding. The program helps eligible projects with Saskatchewan spending, including productions with a market trigger or distribution agreement and related bonus incentives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 30.000002% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Feature film productions
- Television productions
- Inter-provincial co-productions and co-ventures
- Projects with Saskatchewan principal photography or post-production activity
Documents Needed
- Application form submitted in GMS
- Relevant market trigger or distribution agreement evidence
- Proof of confirmed financing
- Supporting project and budget documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Saskatchewan production companies
- Federally incorporated companies registered in Saskatchewan
- Individuals or corporations
- Inter-provincial co-productions and co-ventures
Who is not eligible
- Production companies holding a CRTC broadcasting licence
- Businesses dealing at non-arm’s length with a CRTC-licensed corporation
- Projects already funded by the Micro-Budget Production Grant or Web Series Grant
- News, talk shows, sports, and other excluded program types
- Productions made primarily for industrial or institutional purposes
Eligible expenses
- Eligible Saskatchewan screen-based expenditures
- Eligible labour, services, travel, and accommodations incurred in Saskatchewan
- Eligible marketing expenses directly related to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects funded by the Micro-Budget Production Grant or Web Series Grant
- Advertising contracted by Saskatchewan Government Entities or distributed only within Saskatchewan
- Projects produced primarily for industrial or institutional purposes
- Capital expenditures, in-kind contributions, donations, and deferrals
- GST/HST and unrelated administrative items
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Creative Saskatchewan staff for eligibility and completeness.
- Eligible applications are assessed against the program criteria and priorities.
- Applicants receive written notification of the decision by email and in GMS.
- If approved, a Letter of Commitment is issued and must be signed before funding is finalized.
- Payment timing depends on risk assessment, milestones, and the approved payment schedule.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted continuously until funding is exhausted.
- Applications must be submitted through Creative Saskatchewan’s Grant Management System.
- Results are delivered by email and available in GMS.
- Applicants do not need to wait until one grant is completed before starting another application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production. 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 Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production?
Creative Saskatchewan supports feature film and television productions with up to $5,000,000 in funding. The program helps eligible projects with Saskatchewan spending, including productions with a market trigger or distribution agreement and related bonus incentives.
How much funding can be received?
Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production Funds up to 30.000002% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production program?
To be eligible for the Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production program, you must:
Good standing with Creative Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan business presence required
Market trigger or distribution agreement required
What expenses are eligible under Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production?
Feature film productions
Television productions
Inter-provincial co-productions and co-ventures
Projects with Saskatchewan principal photography or post-production activity
Who can I contact for more information about the Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production?
You can contact Creative Saskatchewan by email at office@creativesask.ca or by phone at 306-798-9800.
Where is the Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production available?
The Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Creative Saskatchewan - Feature Film & TV Production is a Grant and Funding