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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
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution – Component 1b. 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 — 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