How much funding can be received?

Get a refundable tax credit up to 38% on eligible labour expenses associated with producing your film or video in Manitoba. Earn additional bonuses for producer credit, rural-and-northern locations, or if you produce three eligible films in two years.

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The Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit offers advantageous financing modalities to support eligible film and video production projects within the province. These modalities are designed to optimize financial support through a combination of tax credits based on salaries and production costs.

Procurement of up to 65% through the Cost-of-Salaries Tax Credit, encompassing eligible salary expenditures including bonuses.
Availability of up to 38% through the Cost-of-Production Tax Credit, covering all eligible Manitoba production expenditures, inclusive of bonuses.

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The Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit supports film and video productions that contribute to the creative and economic landscape of Manitoba. Eligible activities primarily involve the production processes of films and videos that qualify for significant tax incentives.

Producing film and video projects that meet the Manitoba residency requirements and expenditure benchmarks.
Engaging Manitoba-based labour and resources in film and video production activities.
Applying successfully through Manitoba Film & Music's online portal for tax credit eligibility.
Utilizing Manitoba's competitive tax credit offerings to maximize production budgets efficiently.

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$ 41,800

Shooting an educational video series in a bilingual classroom

$ 57,000

Shooting and editing a historical documentary

$ 34,200

Producing an animated short film in the urban settings of Selkirk

$ 76,000

Producing an indie film set in the rural landscapes around Brandon

$ 47,500

Pre-production planning of a TV series

$ 66,500

Post-production editing of a feature film

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Eligibility for the Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's corporate structure and operational plans.

The applicant must be an eligible corporation as per the guidelines.
The corporation must demonstrate fulfillment of the deeming provision where applicable, especially for non-Manitoba residents involved in the projects.
The application must be submitted through the Manitoba Film & Music online application portal.
The applicant must make deeming requests before the start of principal photography.

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Eligible applicants for the Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit include corporations involved in film and video production that meet the specific guidelines and eligibility criteria set by Manitoba Film & Music, including submitting applications through their online portal and adhering to the outlined tax credit options and documentation requirements.

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There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.

Non-eligible corporations

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The Manitoba Film and Music grant program is dedicated to supporting film and music projects through tax credits specifically designed to elevate local production. The activities enabled by these credits are critical to the development and sustainability of Manitoba's film industry.

Submission of expenditures for Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit applications.
Completion and submission of the Manitoba Labour Expenditures Worksheet.
Processing the Declaration of Principal Owner forms for eligibility verification.
Filing of affidavits for both advance and completion certificates related to the Cost-of-Salaries and Cost-of-Production Tax Credits.
Requesting deeming provisions for non-Manitoba residents involved in productions.

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This grant is managed by Manitoba Film & Music, indicating a regional focus on specific areas within Manitoba.

Companies operating within the province of Manitoba, Canada.

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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Applicants are evaluated based on various factors including financial viability, project feasibility, and economic impact.

Financial viability of the project
Project feasibility and planning
Economic impact of the production on Manitoba
Other relevant criteria specified by Manitoba Film & Music

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:

Step 1: Preliminary Preparation
- Determine eligibility for either the Cost-of-Salaries Tax Credit or Cost-of-Production Tax Credit.
- Review the guidelines and deeming provision guideline changes.
Step 2: Online Portal Registration
- Register or log in to the Manitoba Film & Music online application portal.
Step 3: Prepare Application Documents
- Complete the relevant expenditure worksheet for the chosen tax credit.
- Fill out the Declaration of Principal Owner and other necessary affidavits.
Step 4: Application Submission
- Submit the completed forms and affidavits via the online application portal.
Step 5: Deeming Requests
- Send a list of positions to be deemed and names of non-Manitoba residents to Manitoba Film & Music before principal photography begins.
Step 6: Screen Credit Inquiry
- Contact Manitoba Film & Music for the appropriate screen credit language as necessary.

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There are several additional considerations for applicants of the Manitoba Film & Video Production Tax Credit.

Manitoba Film & Music has transitioned to an online-only application process, making it essential for all applicants to use their new portal.
Deeming requests should be submitted as early as possible prior to the start of principal photography, specifically including lists of non-Manitoba residents and their roles.
Applicants must ensure notarization of affidavits depending on the specific application stage and Manitoba Film & Music's involvement as an equity investor.
Compliance with screen credit requirements is necessary, for which applicants should contact Manitoba Film & Music to get precise credit language.