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Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program
Rebate for film, TV and digital media production
Funding available
$ 75,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada
Who can apply
Production companies incorporated pursuant to the laws of the Territory of Nunavut or Canada whose primary activity is developing and producing film, television and/or digital media content.
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Overview
The Nunavut Spend Incentive Program from the Nunavut Film Development Corporation offers rebates to eligible production companies in Nunavut, with 27% for Spending Stream I and 17% for Spending Stream II. It supports feature films, television programming, and digital media projects, including series production and Inuktut language versions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 27% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Iqaluit
- Nunavut
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Feature length films, including animation, documentary or docudrama, intended for release in commercial cinemas, DVD sales and rentals and download.
- Television programming intended for commercial broadcast, DVD sales and rentals and download, including dramas, sitcoms, factual, variety, reality, lifestyle and animation for youth.
- Digital media projects, including those convergent to a television program intended for cross platform digital media exploitation and/or download.
Documents Needed
- Budget
- Financing plan
- Creative content developed to date
- Chain of title documents
- CVs and brief bios for key personnel and trainees
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Production companies incorporated pursuant to the laws of the Territory of Nunavut or Canada whose primary activity is developing and producing film, television and/or digital media content.
- Non-profit production companies with a head office in Nunavut and which meet the eligibility criteria as an applicant may apply under Stream I.
- For Stream II applications with budgets exceeding $500,000 only, the applicant must provide written evidence that the applicant, or its affiliate, has entered into an agreement with a licensed Canadian broadcaster or bona fide distributor.
Who is not eligible
Certain types of productions and companies are not eligible for the rebate under the Nunavut Spend Incentive Program. These restrictions ensure the program supports film, television, and digital media projects that align with its goals.
- Productions that fall under genres such as news, current events, or public affairs programming.
- Programs that include weather or market reports.
- Talk shows and sports events or activities.
- Gala presentations, award shows, and projects that solicit funds.
- Pornography, advertising, and commercials.
- Projects primarily for industrial, corporate, or institutional purposes.
- Projects that substantially consist of stock footage, excluding documentaries.
Eligible expenses
The Nunavut Spend Incentive Program offers rebates for eligible film, television, and digital media productions to support the development of these industries in Nunavut. This initiative aims to nurture local talent and enhance the regional production ecosystem through specific project types.
- Feature-length films, including animation, documentary, or docudrama, intended for commercial cinema release, DVD sales and rentals, and digital download.
- Television programming meant for commercial broadcast, DVD sales, rentals, and downloads, covering genres such as dramas, sitcoms, factual, variety, reality, lifestyle, and youth animation.
- Digital media projects intended for cross-platform digital media exploitation and/or downloads.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- News, current events, or public affairs programming; programs that include weather or market reports.
- Talk shows; sports events or activities.
- Gala presentations or award shows; projects that solicit funds.
- Pornography; advertising and commercials.
- Projects produced primarily for industrial, corporate or institutional purposes; projects, other than documentaries, which substantially consist of stock footage; fees for key creative provided by producers working on projects over $1 million.
Eligible geographic areas
- Territory of Nunavut
- Canada
Selection criteria
The evaluation and selection criteria for projects under the Nunavut Spend Incentive Program are not explicitly detailed in the provided context, including any specific point scores for each criterion.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the form with applicant, project, funding, and key personnel details.
- Select the appropriate spending stream and provide the required project information.
- Step 2: Attach supporting documents
- Upload the budget, financing plan, creative materials, chain of title, and other required files.
- Include the written agreement with a Canadian broadcaster or bona fide distributor if required.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application through the online form.
- A hardcopy application can be requested by email.
- Step 4: Follow up if needed
- Nunavut Film may request additional information to complete its assessment.
Processing and Agreement
- Nunavut Film may request additional information if necessary to complete its assessment.
- The applicant grants Nunavut Film authority to discuss the application with legal counsel, financiers, CAVCO, and any other person or entity connected with the production.
- The applicant confirms that the information contained in the application and the attached supporting documentation are true and complete to the best of the applicant's knowledge and belief.
- Nunavut Film and/or the Government of Nunavut may, upon request in writing, inspect and audit the records of the recipient of funding under the Spend Incentive Program.
Additional information
The Nunavut Spend Incentive Program offers rebates for eligible production costs incurred in Nunavut, promoting local film and media development. The program has specific criteria for eligibility, rebate percentages, and enhancement bonuses.
- The program supports feature films, TV programming, and digital media projects.
- Ineligible projects include news, talk shows, sports events, and advertising.
- Applications are classified into two streams: Majority Nunavut ownership and Equal or Minority Nunavut ownership.
- Rebates vary by the type of ownership: 27% for majority Nunavut-owned companies and 17% for other eligible companies.
- Bonuses are available for hiring additional local creative personnel and producing or versioning content in the Inuktut language.
- Non-profit organizations can apply but have a different rebate rate and cap.
- Rebates are paid in stages: 40% upon agreement execution, 40% upon securing distribution and full financing, and 20% upon project completion and delivery.
- Productions must credit the Government of Nunavut and the Nunavut Film Development Corporation.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program Program
What is the Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program?
The Nunavut Spend Incentive Program from the Nunavut Film Development Corporation offers rebates to eligible production companies in Nunavut, with 27% for Spending Stream I and 17% for Spending Stream II. It supports feature films, television programming, and digital media projects, including series production and Inuktut language versions.
How much funding can be received?
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program Funds up to 27% of admissible expenses, capped at $75,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program program?
To be eligible for the Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program program, you must:
The applicant must be a production company incorporated in Nunavut or Canada, primarily producing film, television, or digital media content.
The applicant must own 100% of the copyright in the eligible production or hold the first option to adapt the underlying property.
The applicant must be in good standing with the relevant Corporate Registry.
What expenses are eligible under Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program?
Feature length films, including animation, documentary or docudrama, intended for release in commercial cinemas, DVD sales and rentals and download.
Television programming intended for commercial broadcast, DVD sales and rentals and download, including dramas, sitcoms, factual, variety, reality, lifestyle and animation for youth.
Digital media projects, including those convergent to a television program intended for cross platform digital media exploitation and/or download.
Who can I contact for more information about the Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program?
You can contact Nunavut Film Development Corporation (NFDC) by email at pm@nunavutfilm.ca or by phone at 8672224698.
Where is the Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program available?
The Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program program is available the province of Nunavut.
Is the Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program is a Grant and Funding