SODEC — Support for promotion and distribution
QC, Canada
Promotes and distributes Quebecois and underrepresented foreign films
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|closingDateJanuary 16, 2025
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
grant_single|grantors
- Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
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grant_card_status|open
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The SODEC's "Programme d’aide à la promotion et à la diffusion," effective from March 2024, aims to support Quebec-based organizations involved in promoting and disseminating cinema. The program offers financial assistance for activities such as national and digital promotion, audience development, and technical improvements in film projection, targeting distributors, commercial exhibitors, and programming organizations.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
This grant supports various project phases with distinct financing modalities to facilitate the promotion and distribution of films in Quebec. The financing conditions are determined based on the project type and scope.
- Financial support can be divided into several categories, each with its own requirements based on project aims like the production stage, market introduction, and strategic initiatives.
- Funding levels and forms differ for distributors, commercial exhibitors, and broadcasting organizations, reflecting the project scale and financial needs.
- Subsidy amounts are contingent on detailed submissions of budgets and project plans, with required formats in Excel.
- Financial reporting requires submission of tax-exempt cost details.
- The grant includes provisions for audits and examination of financial statements, suiting extensive or minimal support levels per application.
- The program may require combined financial statements verified by accredited professionals for higher funding brackets.
grant_single_labels|projects
This grant supports initiatives in promoting and distributing Quebec cinema, focusing on innovative strategies to enhance film visibility, brand development, and audience engagement.
- Original promotional activities aimed at young audiences.
- Support for Quebec films distribution in regional commercial cinemas.
- Audience development initiatives.
- Brand development of Quebec feature films targeted at young audiences.
- Event capture and showcase guidance for applications and project closure.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 187,500
Upgrade technical infrastructure in a small independent cinema for better film projection
$ 240,000
Digitize and post Quebecois repertory films online to make them accessible internationally
$ 157,500
Organize a regional promotional tour for a new Quebecois film, including special screening events
$ 135,000
Implement a film education initiative in local schools in Quebec, targeting young audiences
$ 112,500
Conduct a market intelligence study focused on the Quebec cinema audience to inform future strategies
$ 225,000
Conduct a nationwide digital campaign promoting Quebecois films with a focus on regional audiences
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's legal status, location, and ownership structure.
- The applicant must be a Quebec-based company legally constituted, either for-profit or non-profit (NPO).
- The principal place of business must be in Quebec, and effective control of the company must be primarily held by Canadian citizens or permanent residents with a fiscal residence in Quebec.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
This grant is open to legally constituted for-profit and non-profit organizations based in Quebec, operating in the fields of film promotion and distribution. Eligible businesses must have their head office and main business location in Quebec, with the majority control of the company held by Canadian citizens or permanent residents with their fiscal residence in Quebec.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
The information provided does not specify any explicit types of companies or industries that are not eligible for this grant. Therefore, based on the available data, we cannot determine who cannot apply for this grant.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The grant covers specific expenses directly associated with the promotion and distribution of Quebec cinema.
- Costs related to marketing and promotional campaigns for Quebec films.
- Distribution costs for ensuring the visibility and reach of films.
- Expenses incurred in organizing screenings and cinema events.
- Fees for hiring professionals related to promotion and distribution activities.
- Travel costs for attending film festivals or promotional tours.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is available to companies primarily located within a specific region in Canada. The funding is aimed at supporting the promotion and distribution industry based in this area to enhance regional competitiveness and cultural dissemination.
- Companies must have their headquarters and main establishment in Quebec, Canada.
grant_single_labels|criteria
The evaluation and selection of projects for support under the SODEC Programme d’aide à la promotion et à la diffusion are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the program’s strategic objectives and the project's viability.
- The pertinence of the project in function of the business model of the applicant.
- The quality and realism of the project's implementation plan.
- The impact on Quebec cinema.
- Budget realism and financial planning.
- The structure of financing and the applicant’s own monetary investment alongside other partners.
- The applicant company's capacity to successfully complete the project.
- The applicant's financial health. The company must demonstrate satisfactory financial health to receive SODEC funding.
- The applicant's experience and competence, and the capabilities of partners involved in the project.
- The quality of the application submission.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Create Your User Profile on SOD@ccès
- Access the SOD@ccès portal online.
- Create a new user profile if you are a new user, or log in using your existing credentials.
- Step 2: Gather Required Documentation
- Prepare all necessary business documentation, including the Master File (dossier maître) with organizational structure, shareholder information, and administrative details.
- Ensure compliance and completeness of documents including financial statements and any applicable permits.
- Step 3: Select Program Code and Complete Form
- Select the appropriate program code from the portal corresponding to the grant segment you are applying for (e.g., Volet 1A - Distributeurs, Volet 1B - Étape production, etc.).
- Complete the application form in SOD@ccès specific to the selected program.
- Step 4: Submit Your Application
- Upload all required documents through the SOD@ccès portal, ensuring they are complete, compliant, and signed where necessary.
- Review the application to verify completeness and accuracy of all submitted information.
- Submit the complete application package through the portal before the specified deadline.
- Step 5: Receive Confirmation of Submission
- Once submitted, receive confirmation of your application submission from SODEC.
- Retain the received confirmation for your records.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- All submissions must be made digitally through the SOD@ccès portal, and physical or email submissions will not be accepted.
- Finalization of requests must include submitting a complete list of required closure documents as stated in the grant contract.
- Failure to provide complete or compliant documentation will result in the application being declared inadmissible.
- Requests for additional information, if any, must be responded to within 5 business days or risk the application being rejected.
- Registration for the virtual information meeting is mandatory for dissemination and programming organizations, which helps in guiding through the application process.
- Regular updates to application templates necessitate checking and downloading the latest versions before applying.
grant_single_labels|contact
promotion.diffusion@sodec.gouv.qc.ca
