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OAC — Media arts – French-language projects
French-language media arts support for Ontario artists
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
September 29, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports French-language media arts projects by independent francophone artists and filmmakers in Ontario. It funds development and production work in film, video, audio art, digital and new media, as well as video and electronic games.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of new media arts works
- Production and post-production of new works
- Independent film, video and audio art projects
- New media, virtual reality and interactive web art projects
- Video game or electronic game projects
Documents Needed
- Project details
- Application form answers
- Project budget
- Art samples
- CVs and support letters
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Independent francophone media artists
- Independent francophone filmmakers
- Ontario-based artists
- Graduate students with a professional artistic practice
Who is not eligible
- Undergraduate students enrolled full-time
- Producers
- Commercial television and game companies
- Government, non-profit or private commissioned projects
Eligible expenses
- Equipment and space rental
- Research, experimentation and technique development
- Artist, cast, crew and participant fees
- Travel, insurance and promotion
- Post-production, mentorship and small equipment or software
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Commercial games, television work and commercial cinema
- Promotional, advertising and public service projects
- Educational or training projects
- Web sites, books, music albums and music videos
- Capital expenditures and major equipment purchases
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Innovation in content, form, style or technique
- Contribution to the artist’s development
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare your application
- Review the program guide and update your Nova profile
- Gather project details, budget and supporting materials
- Step 2: Complete the Nova form
- Enter the required project information
- Answer all application questions in French
- Upload the required support material
- Step 3: Submit in Nova
- Submit the completed application through Nova before the deadline
- Keep your confirmation for your records
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission in Nova
- Applicants are notified about four and a half months after the deadline
- Approved production grants are issued only after all funding sources are confirmed
- Successful applicants must complete the project and submit a final report in Nova
Additional information
- The application form becomes available in Nova about two months before the deadline.
- Applicants must submit a final report in Nova if funded.
Frequently Asked Questions about the OAC — Media arts – French-language projects Program
What is the OAC — Media arts – French-language projects?
This program supports French-language media arts projects by independent francophone artists and filmmakers in Ontario. It funds development and production work in film, video, audio art, digital and new media, as well as video and electronic games.
Who is eligible for the OAC — Media arts – French-language projects program?
To be eligible for the OAC — Media arts – French-language projects program, you must:
Ontario-based francophone artists
Independent creative control required
Project must be in French
What expenses are eligible under OAC — Media arts – French-language projects?
Development of new media arts works
Production and post-production of new works
Independent film, video and audio art projects
New media, virtual reality and interactive web art projects
Video game or electronic game projects
Who can I contact for more information about the OAC — Media arts – French-language projects?
You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC).
Where is the OAC — Media arts – French-language projects available?
The OAC — Media arts – French-language projects program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OAC — Media arts – French-language projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OAC — Media arts – French-language projects is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the OAC — Media arts – French-language projects?
OAC — Media arts – French-language projects is funded by Ontario Arts Council (OAC)