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Film — Promotional Travel Assistance

Q: How much funding can be received?

Film — Promotional Travel Assistance Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Film — Promotional Travel Assistance a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Film — Promotional Travel Assistance is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Film — Promotional Travel Assistance?

Film — Promotional Travel Assistance is funded by Government of New Brunswick, Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture (NB)

Q: Who is eligible for the Film — Promotional Travel Assistance program?

To be eligible for the Film — Promotional Travel Assistance program, you must: • The applicant must be a New Brunswick-based producer. • Funding is limited to one application per producer or production company per fiscal year.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Film — Promotional Travel Assistance?

You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at culture@gnb.ca.

Q: Where is the Film — Promotional Travel Assistance available?

The Film — Promotional Travel Assistance program is available the province of New Brunswick.

Last Update: December 11, 2025

NB, Canada

Supports New Brunswick producers’ travel to key film industry events

Grant and Funding

Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture (NB)

Government of New Brunswick

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : July 9, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Location

New Brunswick

Legal structures

All legal structures

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

100 employees maximum

Audience

All groups

Overview

The Film — Promotional Travel Assistance program provides up to 50% of eligible travel costs, to a maximum of $2,000 per producer or production company. It supports New Brunswick-based producers to attend film, television and new media industry events, festivals or professional development workshops that offer significant training, co‑production opportunities or industry recognition.

Activities funded

Attending film industry markets and events that offer major training opportunities or potential for co-production agreements.
Participating in television industry festivals or conferences to explore partnerships and showcase New Brunswick-based productions.
Taking part in new media industry events to develop business relationships and co-production opportunities.
Travelling to festivals where the applicant’s film, television or new media work has been officially selected for screening.
Attending professional industry events where the applicant’s work has received recognition from the sector.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 2,000

Developing a sustainable energy initiative schools

$ 2,000

Adopting green manufacturing processes in a Toronto-based factory

$ 2,000

Implementation of solar panels in community centers across Ottawa

$ 2,000

Research on reducing environmental impact of offshore oil facilities

$ 2,000

Launching a zero-waste retail shop initiative

Eligibility

The applicant must be a New Brunswick-based producer.
The proposed activity must involve attending a film, television or new media industry event, festival or professional development workshop.
The activity must offer significant training opportunities and/or potential for co-production agreements, or the applicant’s work must have been selected for screening or received industry recognition.
The activity must contribute to the growth and promotion of the New Brunswick film, television and new media industry and/or promote the benefits of shooting in New Brunswick to national or international markets.

Who is eligible?

New Brunswick-based film production companies
New Brunswick-based television production companies
New Brunswick-based new media production companies
Independent film producers based in New Brunswick
Independent television or new media producers based in New Brunswick

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

Event or workshop registration fees.
Airfare to and from the event location.
Accommodation costs during the event.
Per diem expenses while attending the event.

Eligible geographic areas

Producers based in New Brunswick, Canada.

Selection criteria

Alignment of the application with the program’s objectives and criteria.
General and contextual information about the applicant organization.
Nature and quality of the work described in the application.
Potential impacts of the proposed travel on the New Brunswick film, television and new media industry.

How to apply

Contact Program Officer

Reach out to the Department program officer to discuss potential funding availability, as funds are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Prepare Documentation

Compile a detailed resume of the applicant(s).
Gather information about the event or festival, including special invitations or registrations.
Prepare a detailed budget outlining expenses and confirmed or anticipated funding sources. Allowable expenses include registration, airfare, accommodation, and per diem.
Create a travel schedule for the event.

Submit Application

Ensure all documents are complete and review the eligibility and criteria on the Arts Culture NB Portal.
Submit the application with all supporting documentation via email to culture@gnb.ca, or mail to the Department of Tourism, Heritage, and Culture.

Post-Event Reporting

Collect receipts and/or proof of incurred expenses following the event.
Submit a final report and financial documentation within 60 days of event completion or by the end of the fiscal year.

Acknowledge Support

Acknowledge support from Arts Culture NB in promotional materials for your project.
Tag Arts Culture NB on social media using hashtag #ArtsCultureNB.

Additional information

Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until the program budget is fully expended.
Applicants are advised to submit their request for travel assistance at least four weeks before the event.
Recipients must submit a final report within 60 days of project completion or by the end of the fiscal year, whichever comes first.
Grant recipients must publicly acknowledge the financial support of Arts Culture NB, including use of the official logos and are encouraged to use the hashtag #ArtsCultureNB on social media.

Contacts

culture@gnb.ca

NB, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Film — Promotional Travel Assistance Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Film — Promotional Travel Assistance. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Film — Promotional Travel Assistance?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Film — Promotional Travel Assistance?

Attending film industry markets and events that offer major training opportunities or potential for co-production agreements. Participating in television industry festivals or conferences to explore partnerships and showcase New Brunswick-based productions. Taking part in new media industry events to develop business relationships and co-production opportunities. Travelling to festivals where the applicant’s film, television or new media work has been officially selected for screening. Attending professional industry events where the applicant’s work has received recognition from the sector.