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SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b
Funding for Quebec film promotion and distribution
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program supports Quebec cinema companies and organizations with funding for promotion, distribution, and strategic initiatives. It also covers film-related activities such as marketing, digital discoverability, audience development, and commercial cinema renovation, with maximum funding amounts varying by stream.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- General public
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Film promotion and dissemination activities.
- Digital promotion and discoverability actions.
- Audience development initiatives.
- Commercial cinema renovation projects.
- Strategic initiatives for the film sector.
Documents Needed
- SOD@ccès application form.
- Applicant declaration.
- Required deposit template or project form.
- Financial statements.
- Supporting documents requested by the program guide.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec for-profit companies
- Quebec non-profit organizations
- Commercial film distributors
- Commercial cinema operators
- Film programming and exhibition organizations
Who is not eligible
- Film producers
- Streaming platforms and aggregators
- Film festivals
- Quebec cinema industry associations
- TV broadcasters and cable distributors
Eligible expenses
- Promotion and marketing costs.
- Distribution and launch expenses.
- Digital discoverability actions.
- Commercial cinema renovation costs.
- Project-specific professional fees and related implementation costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications submitted by paper or email.
- Incomplete or non-compliant applications.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Quality of the project.
- Relevance of the project.
- Cultural impact.
- Ability to organize and manage the project.
- Project evolution and financial diversification for recurring support.
How to apply
1
Creation of a profile
- Log in to the SOD@ccès portal.
- Create your user profile if you are a new user or log in with your existing credentials.
2
Choice of program
Select the program number corresponding to the section for which you wish to submit an application, referring to the available presentation guides.
3
Preparation of the documentation
- Gather and prepare all required documents in accepted digital format.
- Ensure that the documents are complete, up to date, dated, and signed by authorized individuals.
4
Fill out the application form
- Complete the application form in SOD@ccès with all the required information.
- Transfer all the required documents via the SOD@ccès portal.
5
Submission of the request
- Check that all the information provided is correct and complete.
- Submit the application before the specified deadline.
6
Confirmation
Once the request has been submitted, wait for a confirmation via the portal or by email.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through SOD@ccès.
- SODEC may request additional information or documents during review.
- If the application is approved, the applicant must refer to the agreement for closing requirements.
- Final payment depends on submission of required closing documents.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted through SOD@ccès only.
- New applications in paper or by email are not accepted.
- Inquiries for additional information must be answered within five business days.
- All required documents must be complete, current, and signed when required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b Program
What is the SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b?
The program supports Quebec cinema companies and organizations with funding for promotion, distribution, and strategic initiatives. It also covers film-related activities such as marketing, digital discoverability, audience development, and commercial cinema renovation, with maximum funding amounts varying by stream.
How much funding can be received?
SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b program?
To be eligible for the SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b program, you must:
Quebec legal entity
Head office in Quebec
Project fits a program stream
What expenses are eligible under SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b?
Film promotion and dissemination activities.
Digital promotion and discoverability actions.
Audience development initiatives.
Commercial cinema renovation projects.
Strategic initiatives for the film sector.
Who can I contact for more information about the SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b?
You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at promotion.diffusion@sodec.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b available?
The SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b is a Grant and Funding