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SODEC — Development Aid Program
Support for audiovisual project development
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 8, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
SODEC provides development support for feature-length fiction, documentaries, and animated feature film prototyping. The program funds writing, rewriting, storyboard, and prototyping activities, with up to $50,000 for development and up to $250,000 for prototyping.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 8, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of feature-length fiction screenplays
- Development of medium-length and feature-length documentaries
- Rewriting of eligible fiction or documentary projects
- Prototyping of animated feature films
Documents Needed
- Application form via SOD@ccès
- Company statement
- Master file documents
- Chain of title and rights documents
- Financial structure and eligible expenses documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Québec film production companies
- Québec television production companies
- Feature-length fiction producers
- Documentary producers
- Animated feature film producers
Who is not eligible
- Broadcasting companies licensed under the Broadcasting Act
- Companies controlled by a broadcaster, in certain cases
- Companies with a minority interest in a broadcaster, in certain cases
Eligible expenses
- Screenwriter fees and related benefits
- Research, filming, demo and travel costs for documentaries
- Storyboard production costs for animation
- Prototype production costs for animated feature films
Eligible geographic areas
- Québec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted and reviewed through SOD@ccès.
- SODEC assesses projects against the program requirements and selection criteria.
- Applications may be reviewed by external committees or independent readers.
- Approved funding is governed by a signed financial assistance agreement.
Additional information
- SODEC may use external evaluation committees or independent readers.
- Applications are submitted through the secure SOD@ccès portal.
- French is the governing version in case of discrepancy.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the SODEC — Development Aid Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SODEC — Development Aid 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 SODEC — Development Aid Program?
SODEC provides development support for feature-length fiction, documentaries, and animated feature film prototyping. The program funds writing, rewriting, storyboard, and prototyping activities, with up to $50,000 for development and up to $250,000 for prototyping.
How much funding can be received?
SODEC — Development Aid Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the SODEC — Development Aid Program program?
To be eligible for the SODEC — Development Aid Program program, you must:
Québec production company
Québec production project
Rights and options secured
What expenses are eligible under SODEC — Development Aid Program?
Development of feature-length fiction screenplays
Development of medium-length and feature-length documentaries
Rewriting of eligible fiction or documentary projects
Prototyping of animated feature films
Who can I contact for more information about the SODEC — Development Aid Program?
You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at admissibilite@sodec.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 514 841-2215.
Where is the SODEC — Development Aid Program available?
The SODEC — Development Aid Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the SODEC — Development Aid Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SODEC — Development Aid Program is a Grant and Funding