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Short Film Venture Program

Assists emerging New Brunswick filmmakers

Offered by
Government of New Brunswick
Official source: www2.gnb.ca

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Funding available
$ 10,000
Up to 30% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Who can apply
Emerging New Brunswick filmmakers
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Overview

The Short Film Venture Program assists emerging New Brunswick filmmakers producing a calling card film. If selected participants can train with New Brunswick filmmakers, and a film could be showcased at a New Brunswick Film Festival.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$10,000
Maximum share of project costs
30%
Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop team skills
  • Attract or retain talent
  • Develop an online presence
  • Develop workforce skills
  • Reach a new target audience
  • Launch or market a product/service

Eligible candidates

Location
  • New Brunswick
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Youth (<40)
Legal structures
Sole proprietorship

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

Short Film Venture Program updated for 2026

The program information now shows the 2026 application package, deadlines, and contact details for the Short Film Venture Program.

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The Short Film Venture Program information now shows the 2026 application materials and timeline, including an application deadline of July 3, 2026, a short-list date of July 24, 2026, a revised script date of August 21, 2026, a recipient notification date of August 28, 2026, and a completion date of March 31, 2027. The updated page also points applicants to the 2026 English application files, adds online application links, and identifies info@nbfilmcoop.com as the contact for inquiries; it also adds a note that scripts over ten minutes will be automatically disqualified for jury consideration.

Official source: www2.gnb.ca
July 31, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Emerging New Brunswick filmmakers

Who is not eligible

  • Applicants currently enrolled in any full-time school or university program

Eligible expenses

  • Film stock, processing, and video transfer
  • Equipment rental, including camera, sound, lighting, and editing
  • Post-production
  • Development of an online strategy for the film

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Scripts over ten minutes will automatically be disqualified for jury consideration.

Eligible geographic areas

  • New Brunswick

Activities funded

  • Producing a calling card film

How to apply

  • Submit one copy of all required application documents by email to the New Brunswick Filmmakers’ Co-operative at tony@nbfilmcoop.com.

Documents Needed

  • Completed applicant contract
  • Title of project, length of project, script, synopsis, director's notes, production plan, budget and financing plan, plus detailed budget expenses on a separate sheet
  • A summary including previous production credits and training information
  • Personal goals statement
  • Chain of title documentation, if applicable, supplemental film or tape material on flashdrive or online link, and confirmation that the film will be produced solely utilizing New Brunswick labour and resources and/or details on non-New Brunswick resources utilized in production

Processing and Agreement

  • The New Brunswick Filmmakers’ Co-operative will be the contact to submit update reports and to receive grant drawdowns during the process.
  • The recipient can submit their final project and financial and written report at any time over the next year and request the second instalment of their grant.
  • All deliverables of the project are due on March 31, 2027, although extensions can be requested, including a copy of the finished film.

Additional information

  • The program is an initiative in cooperation with the New Brunswick Filmmakers Co-operative.
  • The program is managed by Le Festival international du cinéma francophone en Acadie (FICFA).
  • If selected, participants can train with some of New Brunswick’s well-known filmmakers.
  • A film could be chosen for a premiere screening at a New Brunswick Film Festival.

Contacts

info@nbfilmcoop.com
(506) 455-1632

Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Short Film Venture Program Program

What is the Short Film Venture Program?

The Short Film Venture Program assists emerging New Brunswick filmmakers producing a calling card film. If selected participants can train with New Brunswick filmmakers, and a film could be showcased at a New Brunswick Film Festival.

How much funding can be received?

Short Film Venture Program Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Short Film Venture Program program?

To be eligible for the Short Film Venture Program program, you must: Emerging New Brunswick filmmakers Serious about establishing a career in filmmaking and producing a calling card film

What expenses are eligible under Short Film Venture Program?

Film stock, processing, and video transfer Equipment rental, including camera, sound, lighting, and editing Post-production Development of an online strategy for the film

Who can I contact for more information about the Short Film Venture Program?

You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at info@nbfilmcoop.com or by phone at (506) 455-1632.

Where is the Short Film Venture Program available?

The Short Film Venture Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.

Is the Short Film Venture Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Short Film Venture Program is a Grant and Funding