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Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Market Endowment Program
NU, Canada
Grants to bring Nunavut films to international markets
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Grant and Funding
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Nunavut Film Development Corporation
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Get up to $5,000 to attend international markets, co-production conferences or forums, as well as ceremonies or film festivals where your film has been nominated or selected for screening.
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This grant provides clear financing terms designed to support Nunavut filmmakers in accessing market exposure and collaboration opportunities. The modalities enable financial assistance for specific costs related to attending eligible market events.
- Funding up to $5,000 towards eligible costs for attending a Market Event.
- Eligible costs include registration fees, economy airfare with insurance, accommodations for up to five nights, ground transportation, and per diem for up to six days.
- Promotion and packaging materials are covered under eligible expenses.
- Applicants have the option to apply for an advance of up to 75% of the approved funding contribution.
- Recipients are required to provide a final report with detailed expenses, including all receipts, within forty-five days after the event or by April 15th for late fiscal year events.
- Failure to submit the report on time without a granted extension results in ineligibility to reapply for four months post-completion of all reporting requirements.
grant_single_labels|projects
The Market Endowment Program provides financial assistance for producers in Nunavut to participate in activities that promote and market their film, television, and digital media projects. The eligible activities help to facilitate international networking and co-production opportunities.
- Attendance at international film, television, and digital media markets.
- Participation in co-production conferences or forums.
- Presenting nominated projects or screenings at major festivals.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 4,000
Present at the Sundance Co-Production Conference to secure international partners
$ 4,200
Attend the Berlin International Film Festival for film screenings
$ 4,500
Participate in the Cannes Film Festival with a nominated short film
$ 3,800
Attend the Toronto International Film Festival for a film premiere
$ 4,500
Attend the Venice Film Festival for the feature film competition
$ 4,900
Attend the Tokyo Film Festival to network with Asian distributors
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Eligibility for the Market Endowment Program is determined by specific criteria related to the applicant's residence and professional experience.
- The applicant must be a resident of Nunavut.
- The applicant must have at least one producer-related credit on a film, television, or digital media project with a running time of not less than 30 minutes. Exceptions may apply, such as for animation and multiple short films.
- The applicant must have at least one film, television, or digital media project in development, production, or distribution.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Individuals who are residents of Nunavut and who have a minimum experience of having one producer-related credit on a film, television, or digital media project with a running time of at least 30 minutes can apply. Additionally, they should have at least one project in development, production, or distribution. Certain exceptions may apply to these criteria.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
This grant supports producers and directors from Nunavut in the entertainment industry by providing financial assistance for attending important market events. The eligible activities focus on facilitating market exposure and relationship-building opportunities for film, television, and digital media projects.
- Attendance at international markets and forums for co-production.
- Participation in co-production conferences to meet potential partners.
- Travel to events where their project is nominated for an award or selected for screening.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is available specifically to residents of Nunavut, reflecting the geographic focus of the funding body. The program ensures that support is directed towards fostering the film industry within this unique Canadian territory.
- Residents of Nunavut.
grant_single_labels|criteria
This grant outlines specific evaluation and selection criteria that applicants must meet to be considered eligible for funding. Below is a summarized list of these criteria:
- The applicant must be a resident of Nunavut.
- The applicant must have at least one producer-related credit on a film, television, or digital media project with a running time of not less than 30 minutes.
- The applicant must have at least one film, television, or digital media project in development, production, or distribution.
- Eligible costs must be pertaining to registration fees, economy rate return airfare (including insurance), accommodations for up to five nights, ground transportation, per diem as outlined in Nunavut Film's per diem rate sheet, and promotion and packaging materials. Complimentary registration passes or benefits should not be included in the proposed budget.
- Applicants may apply for an advance up to 75% of the approved contribution.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Check Eligibility
- Ensure that you are a resident of Nunavut.
- Verify that you have at least one producer-related credit on a qualifying project.
- Ensure you have a project in development, production, or distribution.
- Step 2: Prepare Application
- Identify the Market Event you wish to attend.
- Gather required documents, including project details and budget.
- Acquire confirmations if required by event organizers.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Complete the application form provided by Nunavut Film.
- Attach all necessary documentation including cost estimates and project identities.
- Submit the application well in advance of the event.
- Step 4: Await Approval and Funding
- Receive notification from Nunavut Film regarding the application status.
- If approved, discuss arrangements for an advance if required.
- Step 5: Attend Event and Report
- Attend the event as planned.
- Within 45 days of return or by the deadline for the fiscal year-end, submit a final report.
- Include a description of benefits and outcomes, an expense report, and receipts.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
The Market Endowment Program provides financial assistance for producers to attend international markets and conferences related to film, television, and digital media projects. Applicants must fulfill specific eligibility criteria and submit a detailed final report post-attendance.
- Grant covers registration fees, economy airfare, accommodations, ground transportation, per diem, and promotional materials.
- Applicants can request an advance of 75% of the approved contribution.
- Recipients must submit a final report within forty-five days of return, or by April 15th if the event is in the last month of the fiscal year.
- Failure to report timely makes applicants ineligible for future funds for four months after completing the reporting.
grant_single_labels|contact
pm@nunavutfilm.ca
