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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|fromMinToMax
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|openingDateMarch 30, 2023
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
grant_single|grantors
  • Telefilm Canada
  • Government of Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

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Get up to $90,000 per project cumulatively, to support the promotion and international marketing strategy of Canadian feature film productions, and increase the recognition of the content and talent abroad.

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The Export Assistance Program provides financial support for the international distribution of Canadian feature films. The focus is on facilitating the promotional campaign for theatrical releases in foreign markets.
  • Financing the international distribution of eligible Canadian feature films.
  • Supporting the promotional campaigns for the theatrical release of films abroad.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 90,000

International distribution of the documentary 'Arctic Treasures' in Asia

$ 90,000

International marketing strategy for the animated film 'Maple Stories' in Europe

$ 90,000

Promotional campaign for Canadian film 'Northern Lights' targeting European audiences

$ 90,000

Global marketing campaign for 'Timeless Echoes' aiming at audiences in Latin America

$ 90,000

Funding international distribution of 'Urban Myths' in North America and Europe

$ 90,000

Marketing strategy and promotional campaign for the film 'Wilderness' in South America

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The eligibility criteria for the Export Assistance Program focus on the applicant's rights and capabilities in international distribution.
  • The applicant must be a theatrical distribution company.
  • The applicant must own the rights to distribute an eligible Canadian feature film project in one or more foreign territories.
  • The minimum guarantee paid for the acquisition of rights must be $3000 or more.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Theatrical distribution companies who own the rights to distribute an eligible Canadian project in one or more foreign territories.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The Export Assistance Program aids in the global distribution of Canadian feature films through financing, focusing on their promotional campaigns for theatrical releases across foreign territories.
  • International distribution of eligible Canadian feature films.
  • Financing promotional campaigns for theatrical releases in foreign markets.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

The eligibility criteria for the Export Assistance Program have been expanded to cover all foreign territories, ensuring broader international participation.
  • All foreign territories are now considered eligible under the program.

grant_single_labels|criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
  • Applicant's experience and track record in international film distribution.
  • Distribution plan for the Canadian feature film in foreign territories.
  • Promotional campaign strategy for theatrical release.
  • Financial plan and budget for international distribution.

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Here are additional relevant details for the Export Assistance Program:
  • The program has specific periods when applications are open; ensure to check the next opening date.
  • Updated guidelines and essential documents were released as of March 30, 2023.
  • A change was made to the minimum guarantee for acquiring rights, which must be $3000 or more.
  • The program's eligibility expanded to include all foreign territories as of the last update.
  • For agreements signed after March 5, 2024, new Accounting and Reporting Requirements will apply.

grant_single_labels|documents

Export Assistance Program

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coordination@telefilm.ca
438-806-4865

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