Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montréal, Canada
Overview
This program supports active membership at Main Film for filmmakers and artists. It offers a 3-year membership status, access to professional activities, equipment discounts, and opportunities to take part in the center’s community and communications.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Montréal
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Active membership in Main Film.
- Participation in the center’s professional and community activities.
- Involvement in selected events, juries, and committees.
Documents Needed
- Motivation letter
- Artistic CV
- Project description
- Links to submitted works
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Filmmakers
- Artists with a film practice
Who is not eligible
- Students
Eligible expenses
- Annual membership fees for active and associate membership.
- Equipment access at the member discount rate.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects unrelated to the applicant's artistic work as a filmmaker.
- Projects not carried out by the member as director.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and assessed by a jury.
- Selection is based on the published evaluation criteria.
- Applicants receive comments tied to the evaluation results.
- If refused, a new application may be submitted with major changes.
- Selected members must sign an engagement policy to confirm their obligations.
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted throughout the year.
- Applicants receive a response within a maximum of 6 weeks.
- Selected members must sign an engagement policy to keep their status.
- The program includes an annual membership fee.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Membres actif·ve·s | film principal Program
What is the Membres actif·ve·s | film principal?
This program supports active membership at Main Film for filmmakers and artists. It offers a 3-year membership status, access to professional activities, equipment discounts, and opportunities to take part in the center’s community and communications.
Who is eligible for the Membres actif·ve·s | film principal program?
To be eligible for the Membres actif·ve·s | film principal program, you must:
Filmmakers or artists only
At least 2 works completed
Minimum 3 years of practice
What expenses are eligible under Membres actif·ve·s | film principal?
Active membership in Main Film.
Participation in the center’s professional and community activities.
Involvement in selected events, juries, and committees.
Who can I contact for more information about the Membres actif·ve·s | film principal?
You can contact Main Film by email at services@mainfilm.qc.ca or by phone at 514-845-7442.
Where is the Membres actif·ve·s | film principal available?
The Membres actif·ve·s | film principal program is available across Canada.
Is the Membres actif·ve·s | film principal a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Membres actif·ve·s | film principal is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Membres actif·ve·s | film principal?
Membres actif·ve·s | film principal is funded by Main Film