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Short-format fiction series production program
Funding for short-format fiction web series production
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 6, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports independent producers creating original short-format fiction series for the web. It provides investment funding of up to CAD 250,000 per project for production of eligible series.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 6, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Production of original short-format fiction series created initially for the web.
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Project deliverables from the development stage
- Preliminary production budget
- Preliminary financial structure
- Proof of confirmed financing and company experience
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Independent production companies
Who is not eligible
- Projects that did not receive support from the short-format series development program
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an industry jury and the board of directors.
- Selected projects are announced after the evaluation process.
- The FIP may ask for additional production information before making a decision.
- Funding terms and repayment conditions are negotiated individually for approved projects.
Additional information
- Only projects selected for the 2026 development program are eligible for production funding.
- Applicants may consult the FIP when preparing their production proposal.
- The FIP may request additional information if needed to make a decision.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Short-format fiction series production program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Short-format fiction series production program. 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 Short-format fiction series production program?
This program supports independent producers creating original short-format fiction series for the web. It provides investment funding of up to CAD 250,000 per project for production of eligible series.
How much funding can be received?
Short-format fiction series production program Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Short-format fiction series production program program?
To be eligible for the Short-format fiction series production program program, you must:
Must be a development-program recipient
Must submit required deliverables on time
Must be an original web fiction series
What expenses are eligible under Short-format fiction series production program?
Production of original short-format fiction series created initially for the web.
Who can I contact for more information about the Short-format fiction series production program?
You can contact Independent Production Fund (IPF) by email at fipinfo@ipf.ca.
Where is the Short-format fiction series production program available?
The Short-format fiction series production program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Short-format fiction series production program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Short-format fiction series production program is a Loans and Capital investments