Film — Promotional Travel Assistance

This grant supports travel costs related to attending key industry events for the film, television, and new media sectors. The financing is structured to maximize coverage while ensuring applicant contribution.

• Co-financing of up to 50% of the total travel budget, capped at $2,000 per producer or production company.
• The recipient must cover a minimum of 25% of total expenditures personally.
• Reimbursement applies only to the total net cost, excluding HST.
• Funding is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis until the budget is fully expended.

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.

• Eligible applicants are New Brunswick-based producers.
• Eligible activities include attending film, television, and new media industry events, festivals, or professional development workshops.
• Activities must offer significant training opportunities and/or potential for co-production agreements.
• Applicant’s work must have been selected for screening and/or industry recognition.
• Activities must be directed at the growth and promotion of the New Brunswick film, television, and new media industry or promote the benefits of shooting in New Brunswick to national and international markets.

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants are New Brunswick-based producers.

Who is not eligible

This grant does not currently specify any industry or company exclusions regarding eligibility. All applicants should review specific program guidelines to ensure alignment with grant objectives.

Eligible expenses

The grant supports expenses related to travel for attending industry events, festivals, or workshops.

• Registration fees for events or festivals.
• Airfare to and from the event location.
• Accommodation costs during the event.
• Per diem expenses for daily allowances.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is specifically available to producers based in the Canadian province of New Brunswick. It aims to support the growth and promotion of the local film industry by facilitating participation in significant industry events.

• New Brunswick, Canada.

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The key criteria for selection include:

• Demonstrated need for funding
• Clarity and feasibility of project proposal
• Potential impact on the community or industry
• Ability of the applicant to successfully execute the project

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• The program funding is allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis until the budget is expended.
• Applicants are advised to notify the Department of any changes to the project or budget immediately.
• Grant recipients must submit a final report within 60 days of project completion or by the fiscal year's end.
• Future grant disbursements will be withheld if overdue reports are not submitted.
• Recipients must acknowledge the financial support of Arts Culture NB in all promotional materials.
• It is advised to contact the Department program officer before application submission.
• The Department reserves the right to revise programs without notice and the right to final interpretation of policies.
• Applicants can only submit one funding application per year under this component.