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Don Haig Award
Support for independent filmmakers and producers
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Montréal, Canada
Overview
The Don Haig Award provides a $5,000 prize to an independent filmmaker or producer. It supports creative vision, entrepreneurship, and work with emerging Canadian talent, with eligibility tied to having a film at Hot Docs Festival.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Montréal
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
- Independent film work presented at Hot Docs Festival.
- Creative filmmaking with a focus on emerging Canadian talent.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Independent filmmakers.
- Independent producers.
Eligible expenses
- A $5,000 cash prize for the recipient.
Selection criteria
- Creative vision.
- Entrepreneurship.
- Track record with emerging talent in Canada.
Additional information
- The award is presented in partnership with Hot Docs.
- It recognizes creative vision, entrepreneurship, and a track record with emerging talent in Canada.
- The recipient must have a film at the Hot Docs Festival.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Don Haig Award Program
What is the Don Haig Award?
The Don Haig Award provides a $5,000 prize to an independent filmmaker or producer. It supports creative vision, entrepreneurship, and work with emerging Canadian talent, with eligibility tied to having a film at Hot Docs Festival.
How much funding can be received?
Don Haig Award Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Don Haig Award program?
To be eligible for the Don Haig Award program, you must:
Independent creative in film
Film selected for Hot Docs
Experience mentoring emerging talent
What expenses are eligible under Don Haig Award?
Independent film work presented at Hot Docs Festival.
Creative filmmaking with a focus on emerging Canadian talent.
Where is the Don Haig Award available?
The Don Haig Award program is available across Canada.