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Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows
Interim financing for show production tax credits
Last Update: June 7, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 75
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides interim financing for the refundable tax credit for show production. It supports advances through a loan guarantee or, exceptionally, a direct loan for eligible show production projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Interim financing for show production projects supported by the refundable tax credit.
Documents Needed
- The program financing application form.
- Any other documents or information requested by SODEC.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies with a favorable preliminary decision for the refundable tax credit for show production.
Who is not eligible
- Companies without a favorable preliminary decision for the refundable tax credit for show production.
Eligible expenses
- Interim financing needs related to the refundable tax credit for show production.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Loans secured by a deposit certificate or similar negotiable security requested by the lender.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the financing application
- Fill out the program’s financing application form.
- Gather any other documents or information requested by SODEC.
- Step 2: Submit the request to SODEC
- Send the application to SODEC for review.
- Step 3: Receive the financing decision
- Wait for SODEC’s written notice of acceptance or any further follow-up.
- Step 4: Finalize guarantee conditions
- Put the required guarantees in place.
- Confirm that preproduction has started so the guarantee certificate can be issued.
Processing and Agreement
- SODEC reviews the application and may request additional information.
- The company is notified in writing if the financing request is accepted.
- A loan guarantee certificate is issued to the financial institution after preproduction has started and required guarantees are in place.
- SODEC may refuse or suspend financing if it considers this necessary for the sound management of public funds.
Additional information
- The program is administered by SODEC.
- A written notice is sent if the financing request is accepted.
- The loan may be issued through a loan guarantee or, exceptionally, as a direct loan.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows Program
What is the Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows?
This program provides interim financing for the refundable tax credit for show production. It supports advances through a loan guarantee or, exceptionally, a direct loan for eligible show production projects.
How much funding can be received?
Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $75 per project.
Who is eligible for the Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows program?
To be eligible for the Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows program, you must:
Favorable preliminary tax credit decision.
Show production financing request.
What expenses are eligible under Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows?
Interim financing for show production projects supported by the refundable tax credit.
Who can I contact for more information about the Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows?
You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows available?
The Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Interim Financing of the Refundable Tax Credit for Production of Shows is a Tax Credits