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Sector Development Partnership Grants
Supports Indigenous screen sector training and capacity building
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports partnerships that build skills and capacity in the Indigenous screen sector. Funding of up to $30,000 is available for eligible initiatives such as production training, youth programs, workshops, events, services addressing sector gaps, and innovation strategies.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Indigenous peoples
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production training programs supporting the career development of at least three Indigenous creators, crew members, or workers
- Youth programs in screen-based media
- Labs, workshops, training initiatives, conferences, festivals, and events
- Services that address sectoral gaps
- Innovation strategies supporting Indigenous screen creators and industry professionals
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies
- Organizations
- Non-profits
- Charities
- Indigenous band councils, registered communities, and settlements
Processing and Agreement
- For Sector Development Partnership Grants, projects are assessed on a rolling basis.
- Applicants can typically expect a notification within 2–3 months of submission.
- Delays may occur due to holiday closure in December.
- For the ISO/Netflix stream, notifications can be expected 3–4 months following the deadline.
Additional information
- Training, skills building, professional development, and sectoral capacity building are central priorities of the program.
- The program is designed to support partnerships that strengthen the Indigenous screen sector’s momentum and sustainability.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sector Development Partnership Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sector Development Partnership Grants. 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.
What is the Sector Development Partnership Grants?
This program supports partnerships that build skills and capacity in the Indigenous screen sector. Funding of up to $30,000 is available for eligible initiatives such as production training, youth programs, workshops, events, services addressing sector gaps, and innovation strategies.
How much funding can be received?
Sector Development Partnership Grants Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Sector Development Partnership Grants program?
To be eligible for the Sector Development Partnership Grants program, you must:
Eligible organization type
Project strengthens Indigenous screen sector
Pre-application meeting required
What expenses are eligible under Sector Development Partnership Grants?
Production training programs supporting the career development of at least three Indigenous creators, crew members, or workers
Youth programs in screen-based media
Labs, workshops, training initiatives, conferences, festivals, and events
Services that address sectoral gaps
Innovation strategies supporting Indigenous screen creators and industry professionals
Who can I contact for more information about the Sector Development Partnership Grants?
You can contact Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) by email at funding@iso-bea.ca.
Where is the Sector Development Partnership Grants available?
The Sector Development Partnership Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Sector Development Partnership Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sector Development Partnership Grants is a Partnering and Collaboration
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