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Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+
Funding for Canadian feature films in production
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,500,000
Timeline
- Open Date : June 23, 2026
- Closing date : July 7, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Telefilm funds Canadian feature films in production or post-production, with a maximum of $3.5 million for French-language projects of $3.5M and more. The program supports fictional feature films, including eligible co-productions, and related creative and audience engagement activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,500,000 $
- Up to 49% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : June 23, 2026
- Closing date : July 7, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Language Minorities
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production of Canadian feature-length films
- Post-production of Canadian feature-length films
- International audiovisual treaty coproductions
Documents Needed
- Most recent script
- Director’s vision and intentions
- Track record summary for producers, directors and screenwriters
- Audience Engagement and Discoverability Plan
- Financing plan and production budget
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian audiovisual production companies
- Canadian-controlled corporations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Projects done on contract for a government agency
- Projects produced primarily for industrial, corporate or institutional purposes
- Advertising
- Student projects
- Documentary or non-fiction projects
Eligible expenses
- Costs for the final polish of the script
- Costs for closing agreements with financial participants
- Cast attachment costs
- Early pre-production costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Creative elements
- Track record of the key creative personnel
- Project viability
- Cultural impact and audience reach potential
- Diversity of voices
How to apply
1
Access Program Information
- Visit the official Production Program page to review all guidelines and essential information.
- Ensure eligibility as a Canadian audiovisual production company with activities conducted in Canada.
2
Prepare Required Documents
- Gather necessary documentation as listed under the 'Application documents' section, including budget templates, sustainability plans, and declarations.
- Ensure that all supporting documents such as Track Record for Producers, Director, and Screenwriter are ready.
3
Register on Dialogue
- Create an account on the Dialogue submission platform if you do not already have one.
- Log in to Dialogue to prepare for submitting your application.
4
Complete Application Form
- Fill out the application form on Dialogue accurately.
- Attach all required documents to your application.
5
Submit Application
- Review your application thoroughly to ensure all information is correct and complete.
- Submit the completed application through Dialogue before the designated deadline for your project type and budget category.
6
Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive a confirmation email upon successful submission of your application.
- Keep track of any follow-up communications or requests for additional information.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by advisory committees.
- Eligible projects are scored and ranked using an evaluation grid.
- Telefilm aims to make funding decisions within 80 business days after the closing date, for complete applications.
- A shortlisting process may be used when application volume is high.
- Applicants are notified after the review and decision process.
Additional information
- Projects can be submitted only once per fiscal year, with limited exceptions.
- Decision dates may vary depending on application volume.
- Telefilm may request additional information at any time.
- Applications must be complete at submission, or missing documents may not be considered.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ Program
What is the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+?
Telefilm funds Canadian feature films in production or post-production, with a maximum of $3.5 million for French-language projects of $3.5M and more. The program supports fictional feature films, including eligible co-productions, and related creative and audience engagement activities.
How much funding can be received?
Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ Funds up to 49% of admissible expenses, capped at $3,500,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is July 7, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ program?
To be eligible for the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ program, you must:
Canadian-controlled production company
Feature-length fictional film
Production or post-production stage
What expenses are eligible under Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+?
Production of Canadian feature-length films
Post-production of Canadian feature-length films
International audiovisual treaty coproductions
Who can I contact for more information about the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+?
You can contact Telefilm Canada by email at coordination@telefilm.ca or by phone at 438-806-4865.
Where is the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ available?
The Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ program is available across Canada.