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ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant
Funding for Indigenous screen-based training and mentorship
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Closing date : November 29, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $60,000 for Apprenticeships and up to $25,000 for Cultural Mentorships. It supports Indigenous screen-based creators and companies with training, professional development, and culturally specific project activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 29, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
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
- Hands-on production apprenticeships for Indigenous creatives
- Cultural mentorship during pre-development, development, and production
- Community engagement, cultural learning, and protocol work
- Mentorship with Elders, language speakers, knowledge keepers, or community members
Documents Needed
- Application Requirements Checklist
- Company incorporation and ownership documents
- Owner bios and ownership percentages
- Confirmed apprentice or mentee bios and CVs
- Confirmed mentor letters and project information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous-owned production companies
- Indigenous individuals working in screen-based content
- First Nations, Inuit, and Métis applicants
Who is not eligible
- Businesses that are not Indigenous-controlled
- Organizations that are insolvent or bankrupt
- Applicants not operating in screen-based content
Eligible expenses
- Apprentice, mentee, and mentor fees
- Travel and living expenses for apprentices or mentees
- Accessibility costs during production, post-production, and in-studio work
- Fees and honorariums for guests, Elders, and community engagement
- Technology, translation, and language support costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Accessibility support cannot be used for equipment purchases
- Funding cannot be used for the same training program or initiative under another ISO program
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed first for eligibility and missing documentation.
- ISO may contact applicants by email for additional information.
- Successful applicants must sign a legally enforceable agreement.
- Applicants are notified after review, typically 3-4 months following the deadline.
Additional information
- Applicants must review the ISO General Funding Guidelines and the Application Requirements Checklist.
- All applicants must meet with an ISO program manager or representative before applying.
- Funding notifications are expected 3-4 months after the deadline.
- Recipients must acknowledge ISO support in the credit sequence or appropriate placement in the completed work.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant. 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 ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant?
This program provides up to $60,000 for Apprenticeships and up to $25,000 for Cultural Mentorships. It supports Indigenous screen-based creators and companies with training, professional development, and culturally specific project activities.
How much funding can be received?
ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant program?
To be eligible for the ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant program, you must:
Indigenous-controlled company
Registered corporation in Canada
Screen-based content business
What expenses are eligible under ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant?
Hands-on production apprenticeships for Indigenous creatives
Cultural mentorship during pre-development, development, and production
Community engagement, cultural learning, and protocol work
Mentorship with Elders, language speakers, knowledge keepers, or community members
Who can I contact for more information about the ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant?
You can contact Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) by email at funding@iso-bea.ca.
Where is the ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant available?
The ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant program is available across Canada.
Is the ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ISO/Netflix Indigenous Production Apprenticeships and Cultural Mentorships Grant is a Grant and Funding