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Short Film Venture Program
Funding for emerging New Brunswick filmmakers
Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: The Short Film Venture Program page now points to 2026 application files and moves the main dates one day earlier, including the deadline on July 3, 2026.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: The Short Film Venture Program page now points to 2026 application files and moves the main dates one day earlier, including the deadline on July 3, 2026.
Short Film Venture Program updated for 2026
The 2026 Short Film Venture Program page now links to 2026 Word and PDF application files instead of the prior 2025 versions. The application deadline moved from July 4, 2026 to July 3, 2026, the short-list date moved from July 25, 2026 to July 24, 2026, and the revised script date moved from August 22, 2026 to August 21, 2026. The visible page also appears to have lost several eligibility, scope, funding, and training sections, so the program details shown are more limited than before. The contact email remains tony@nbfilmcoop.com.
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
July 4, 2025
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Who can apply
Individuals who were residents in New Brunswick for at least one year preceding the application deadline
See full eligibility
Overview
This program supports emerging New Brunswick filmmakers creating a short “calling card” film. It offers funding for eligible fictional short film projects, with a maximum contribution of $7,000 for digital projects and $9,000 for celluloid-based projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production of a fictional short film or digital video of 10 minutes or less
- Creation of a marketing and online strategy for the film
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
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals who were residents in New Brunswick for at least one year preceding the application deadline
- Previous applicants who were not recipients of a SFVP grant, if applying with new projects only
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
- Experimental, animation, documentary, or commissioned films
- Projects longer than 10 minutes
- Projects that started before the SFVP call date
- Scripts over 10 minutes, which are automatically disqualified for jury consideration
How to apply
- Submit one copy of all required application documents by email to the New Brunswick Filmmakers’ Co-operative at tony@nbfilmcoop.com.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness, and incomplete applications are rejected.
- Completed applications are submitted to a jury, which selects a shortlist of applicants.
- Short-listed applicants receive script notes and work with story consultants on a revised script before the final selection is made.
- If a recipient does not have the required training, they receive conditional acceptance until training confirmation is provided; grant confirmation follows once training is confirmed.
- The New Brunswick Filmmakers’ Co-operative administers the program, receives update reports and grant drawdowns, and the recipient may submit the final project and financial and written report at any time over the next year to request the second instalment; all deliverables are due by March 31, 2027.
Additional information
- The program is administered by the New Brunswick Filmmakers' Co-operative.
- Applicants may receive training and mentorship support.
- Shortlisted applicants receive script notes before the final decision.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Short Film Venture Program Program
What is the Short Film Venture Program?
This program supports emerging New Brunswick filmmakers creating a short “calling card” film. It offers funding for eligible fictional short film projects, with a maximum contribution of $7,000 for digital projects and $9,000 for celluloid-based projects.
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:
Individual resident in New Brunswick for at least one year before the application deadline
Applicant must maintain creative and financial control of the project and own all copyright
Applicant must take the required film workshops or provide proof of equivalent film experience
What expenses are eligible under Short Film Venture Program?
Production of a fictional short film or digital video of 10 minutes or less
Creation of a marketing and 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 tony@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