Production program — French market budgets under $3.5M
Canada
Financing for French-language feature films
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateDecember 4, 2023
- grant_single|closingDateDecember 19, 2023
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
Loans and Capital investments
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
grant_single|grantors
- Telefilm Canada
- Government of Canada
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Get a non-repayable contribution of up to $500,000, or an equity investment, to cover up to 49% of the production or post-production costs for a primarily French-language feature-length fictional film.
grant_single_labels|projects
The Production Program is open to Canadian audiovisual production companies. Eligible companies must have their head office in Canada and conduct their business activities within the country.
- Companies with their head office located in Canada.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 196,000
Producing a feature-length film exploring the life of an iconic Canadian musician
$ 186,200
A film project exploring the impact of the railway on Canadian culture and economy
$ 186,200
Producing a dramatic feature film about the impact of climate change on indigenous communities
$ 186,200
Production of a romantic comedy set in the diverse cultural landscapes of Halifax
$ 210,700
Creating a feature-length documentary on the environmental impacts of urbanization
$ 205,800
Developing a narrative film about the history of the Canadian Arctic exploration
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to the applicant's business structure and operations.
- The applicant must be a Canadian audiovisual production company.
- The company's head office must be located in Canada.
- The company must carry out its activities in Canada.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Canadian audiovisual production companies who:- Have their head office in Canada.- Carry out their activities in Canada.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
Based on the information provided in the grant context, there are no specific types of companies mentioned that are not eligible for the grant.
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This grant supports the production and post-production of Canadian feature-length films in various languages and budget levels. Eligible activities focus on the creation and completion of cinematic works that are essential to the Canadian feature film landscape.
- Production of feature-length films in English with budgets under $3.5 million, including international co-productions.
- Production of feature-length films in French with budgets under $3.5 million, including international co-productions.
- Production of feature-length films in French with budgets over $3.5 million, given at least 60% of financial structure is confirmed.
- Production of feature-length films in non-English/French languages under relevant opening periods.
- Indigenous-led film projects across all languages and budget levels.
- Post-production activities for feature films across various budget categories and languages.
- English-language feature films with budgets over $3.5 million.
- French-language international minority co-productions at all budget levels.
- English-language international minority co-productions at all budget levels.
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The grant covers specific expenses directly involved in the production and post-production of feature films.
- Production costs directly related to the creation of the film.
- Post-production expenses necessary to complete the film.
- Costs associated with compliance to production sustainability regulations, such as utilizing a carbon calculator for greenhouse gas emissions.
- Contingency reserves to account for unexpected project expenses.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The selection process involves the following criteria:
- Financial viability of the project
- Market potential and audience appeal
- Artistic quality and innovation
- Experience and track record of the key creative team
- Canadian content and cultural diversity
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Review Guidelines
- Read the guidelines and essential information guide available as of October 18, 2023, to ensure your project meets all eligibility criteria.
- Familiarize yourself with the submission periods and other program-specific requirements.
- Step 2: Prepare Application Documents
- Compile all required documentation including the standard budget template, production sustainability plan template, and declarations.
- Ensure all project details align with the guidelines and evaluation grid.
- Step 3: Use Dialogue Platform
- Access the Dialogue platform, Telefilm's online submission portal.
- Register or log in to your existing account.
- Step 4: Complete Application Form
- Fill out the application form with accurate and up-to-date project information.
- Upload all required documents to the appropriate sections as indicated in the application checklist.
- Step 5: Review and Submit
- Carefully review all entries and uploaded documents for completeness and accuracy.
- Submit the application through Dialogue before the applicable deadline.
- Step 6: Confirmation of Application
- Receive an email confirmation of submission from Telefilm with a tracking number for your application.
- Keep this confirmation for future reference and inquiries.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Projects must be submitted through the Dialogue platform.
- Funding options for post-production applications include a choice between a non-repayable contribution or repayable investment.
- A carbon calculator is required for productions with budgets of $3.5 million or higher to calculate greenhouse gas emissions.
- The minimum contingency reserve requirement is increased to 8% for applicable projects.
- Changes have been made to the terms and conditions of greenlight financing.
- Updated guidelines, including documents such as the Production Sustainability Plan Template and Standard Budget Template, have been released as of October 18, 2023.
- Minority coproductions with Telefilm participation not exceeding $500,000 also have the choice between non-repayable contribution or repayable investment.