How much funding can be received?

Funding in varying amounts for activities relating to the export of Quebec cultural products, in the form of non-repayable or partially repayable grants.

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

This grant offers various financing modalities to support the development and exportation of Quebec's cultural industries, specifically in the audiovisual sector. Participants can leverage funding to enhance their market presence and commercial strategies abroad.

Financial support is provided in the form of subsidies, covering up to 50% of eligible expenses, with maximum amounts specified for different project types and categories.
For Volet 1, strategic development projects can receive up to $160,000 over two years.
Volet 2.1 grants for business opportunities abroad can go up to $20,000 annually per enterprise.
Volet 2.3 offers tiered support based on festival category, with major international events receiving higher funding caps.
Subsidies for the promotion of Quebec films in foreign territories (Volet 2.4) are capped at $25,000 per territory, with a total cap of $75,000 per film.
Disbursement typically occurs in two stages: an initial 70% upon signing the financial aid agreement, and the remaining 30% upon project completion and acceptance of a final report.
The total government assistance cannot exceed 70% of the project budget, requiring the applicant and/or their foreign partners to cover at least 30% of the costs.
Modalities ensure rigorous evaluation and documentation, with conditions for funding cessation dependent on fund availability and necessary legislative approvals.

grant_single_labels|projects

The Export and Cultural Visibility Support Program provides funding for various activities that aim to boost the international presence and recognition of Quebec's cultural industries, particularly in the audiovisual sector. Eligible projects focus on business development, strategic initiatives, marketing, and visibility enhancement.

Strategic development of Quebec audiovisual companies in foreign markets over a two-year period.
Support for specific business opportunities abroad to boost sales and attract international investors for Quebec cinematic, televisual, and interactive works.
Subsidizing the promotion and visibility of Quebec works selected for international festivals and prestigious awards.
Promotion of Quebec cinema, including the acquisition, marketing, and dissemination of Quebec films outside Quebec through various platforms.
Presence of Quebec cultural companies in major international markets and fairs to enhance visibility and promote cultural production abroad.
International relations initiatives that foster cultural industry cooperation with foreign countries and recognition of exporting excellence.
Strategic initiatives with a significant impact for the company or industry, fostering potential international development.

grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 70,000

Participating in a overseas book fair to promote local publishing houses

$ 75,000

Promoting local indie films at the Toronto International Film Festival

$ 65,000

Launching a local literature promotional campaign

$ 80,000

Establishing local music representation at the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival

$ 60,000

Supporting bilingual dubbing for local TV series for distribution in Latin America

$ 50,000

Strategic business development mission for local artists

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to the type of enterprises and their operations.

Enterprises must operate in the field of audiovisual, music and live shows, book publishing, fine arts, or interactive works within these domains.
Eligible enterprises must meet the Quebec ownership requirements set out in the SODEC support program.
For the audiovisual sector, individuals operating alone are also eligible.
Enterprises must have their headquarters established in Quebec, defined as the location where decision-making and actual management take place.
Eligible entities include for-profit businesses (including sole proprietorships), non-profit organizations, cooperatives, consortia formed by Quebec companies, and sectoral associations of cultural enterprises.
The applicant must generally offer products in targeted markets with majority Quebec cultural content.
Applicants must have no outstanding obligations to SODEC from previous participation in the SODEXPORT program or any other SODEC program.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

This grant is intended for Quebec cultural enterprises within the fields of audiovisual, music and variety shows, books and publishing, crafts and art market, and interactive works in these domains, with specific eligibility requirements based on Quebec ownership.

Enterprises working in the audiovisual, music, variety shows, books and publishing, crafts, art market, and interactive works who meet the Quebec ownership requirements specific to each domain supported by SODEC.
Individuals in the audiovisual sector, even if practicing alone, are eligible.
Must have their headquarters established in Quebec, defined as the location of the decision-making center and true direction of the enterprise.
Includes for-profit businesses (including sole proprietorships), non-profit organizations, cooperatives, consortiums formed by Quebec enterprises, and sectoral associations of cultural enterprises.
Applicants must generally offer products with content that is mostly Quebecois in the targeted markets.
Must have met obligations with SODEC if they participated in previous programs.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The SODEXPORT grant program supports cultural Quebec businesses in expanding their international presence. Eligible projects focus on the strategic development of markets for cultural works and promotion on foreign platforms.

Strategic development projects aimed at international market expansion for Quebec's audio-visual and cultural works.
Specific projects to capitalize on business opportunities in foreign markets related to cinematographic, television, or interactive content.
Participation in international festivals and significant award events to enhance the visibility of Quebec's cultural works.
Promotion of Quebec cinema abroad, including distribution support and diffusion across various platforms such as theaters and on-demand services.
Collective Quebec presence in major international markets and fairs, including the organization of collective stands.
International relationship initiatives that promote reciprocity and the international profiling of Quebec's cultural industries.
Strategic initiatives that offer significant international development potential, tailored to a specific enterprise or the broader industry.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

This grant is available to companies located within a defined geographical area governed by the funding body's regulations. The eligibility is determined based on the business's location and its alignment with program goals.

Enterprises whose headquarters are established in Quebec, Canada.

grant_single_labels|criteria

The evaluation and selection of projects for the SODEXPORT Programme, specifically under the strategic development of businesses abroad, are based on the following criteria to ensure the proposals align with the program's objectives:

The clarity and relevance of the commercial strategy concerning the development of the business.
The commercial potential of the strategy.
The capability of the business to realize the project, including its experience in exportation.
The feasibility of the commercial strategy and proposed activities.
The importance of anticipated results from the proposed activities.

grant_single_labels|register

Step 1: Preliminary Registration
- Create an account on the SOD@ccès electronic portal.
- Provide necessary details relating to your organization to initiate the application process.
Step 2: Prepare Application
- Prepare a commercial development strategy detailing activities in targeted markets.
- Include target markets, clienteles, works, deployment calendar, and expected outcomes.
- Attach financial data such as budget forecasts and sales projections.
- Gather supporting documents, including recent financial statements.
Step 3: Submit Application
- Upload all required materials to the SOD@ccès portal.
- Ensure the application is complete and signed by an authorized representative.
- Submit the application adhering to the indicated deadlines on the SODEC website.
Step 4: Receive Confirmation
- Await confirmation from SODEC regarding the submission of your application.
Step 5: Reporting
- After completion of activities, submit a final report detailing activities and outcomes within six months.
- Include financial reports and evaluations of the strategy's success.
- Ensure all required documentation accompanies the final report for the approval of the remaining grant amount.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Financial aid is usually given as a grant, but certain projects under Volet 5 may receive aid in a refundable form depending upon the project's nature.
The funding can be combined with other public or private funding, but the total government aid must not exceed 70% of the project's total budget.
Companies interested in applying to multiple components of the program must separately close existing projects before applying for the same component again.
The final report submission is crucial for accessing the remaining disbursement of funding.