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Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was June 19, 2024.

Q: Where is the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ available?

The Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+?

Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ is funded by Telefilm Canada, Government of Canada

Last Update: March 3, 2026

Canada

Financing for high-budget French-language feature films

Grant and Funding

Loans and Capital investments

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Reduce the ecological footprint

Marketing a product

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : June 4, 2024
Closing date : June 19, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Canada

Legal structures

For-profit business

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples
Language Minorities
Canadians

Overview

Get a repayable advance or a repayable equity investment of up to $3.5 million to cover up to 49% of the production or post-production costs for a primarily French-language feature-length fictional film.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 2,205,000

Post-production of a documentary feature about Indigenous cultures

$ 2,450,000

Production of a feature-length film about the history of Quebec City

$ 1,470,000

Post-production of a romantic drama set in downtown Toronto

$ 3,500,000

A feature film focused on the historical story of Québec City

How to apply

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.

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.

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.

Complete Application Form

Fill out the application form on Dialogue accurately.
Attach all required documents to your application.

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.

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.

Documents and links

Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+ Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Production program — French market budgets $3.5M+. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.