Opening Soon
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 15,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 28, 2026
- Closing date : May 5, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Streamlined funding of up to $15,000 for small and emerging Canadian film festivals. The program supports public film festivals that promote Canadian films and talent, with eligible activities covering programming, promotion, delivery, and administration.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : April 28, 2026
- Closing date : May 5, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Small and emerging Canadian film festivals open to the general public
- Film festival programming that promotes Canadian films and talent
Documents Needed
- Constitutive documents of the applicant corporation, if first application or updated since last submission
- Corporate Information form for the applicant corporation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian-controlled corporations
- Film, television, and digital media organizations
- Canadian film festivals
Who is not eligible
- Student or amateur film festivals
- Screening series
- Festivals focused on television, XR, podcasts, or web-based content
- Organizations outside the Canadian-controlled structure
Eligible expenses
- Programming expenses
- Promotion costs
- Festival delivery and execution costs
- Administration costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses covered by another entity or program
- Emergency expenses
- General working capital costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission during the applicable intake period
- Incomplete applications may be automatically rejected
- Funding is not guaranteed, even if eligibility is met
- Applicants may be asked to provide a written notice of major changes after approval
Additional information
- Applications are submitted in Dialogue.
- Applications are accepted only during the relevant intake period.
- Incomplete applications may be automatically rejected.
- First-time applicants are encouraged to contact their regional representative before applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the General Admission Festivals Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the General Admission Festivals Program. 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 General Admission Festivals Program?
Streamlined funding of up to $15,000 for small and emerging Canadian film festivals. The program supports public film festivals that promote Canadian films and talent, with eligible activities covering programming, promotion, delivery, and administration.
How much funding can be received?
General Admission Festivals Program Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on April 28, 2026.
Who is eligible for the General Admission Festivals Program program?
To be eligible for the General Admission Festivals Program program, you must:
Canadian-controlled organization
At least two previous editions
General public film festival
What expenses are eligible under General Admission Festivals Program?
Small and emerging Canadian film festivals open to the general public
Film festival programming that promotes Canadian films and talent
Who can I contact for more information about the General Admission Festivals Program?
You can contact Telefilm Canada by email at coordination@telefilm.ca or by phone at 438-806-4865.
Where is the General Admission Festivals Program available?
The General Admission Festivals Program program is available across Canada.