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Support - documentaire | film principal

Support for independent documentary filmmakers
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montréal, Quebec, Canada

Overview

This program supports independent documentary filmmakers working on feature-length projects. It offers access to equipment and production resources, with support of up to 90% of the non-member rate.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Montréal
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Culture and Arts
Target groups
  • Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Provincial

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Feature-length documentary creation.
  • Projects using filming, post-production, and creation equipment.

Documents Needed

  • CV
  • Short biography
  • Project presentation document
  • Treatment, intent letter, and synopsis
  • Equipment needs list, shooting dates, and support video

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Independent filmmakers
  • Canadian citizens or permanent residents living in Quebec

Who is not eligible

  • Students, except those at the doctoral level
  • Applicants who are not Main Film members for at least one year
  • Projects already supported by this program

Eligible expenses

  • Equipment rental for filming and post-production.
  • Access to creation and production equipment.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Budget documents are not reviewed by the jury.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by an internal selection committee.
  • Results are communicated in writing within 6 weeks after submission.
  • No results are provided by phone.
  • All decisions are final.

Additional information

  • Applications can be submitted at any time.
  • The same project may be resubmitted if it was not selected.
  • A project already supported by this program cannot be submitted again.

Contacts

Frequently Asked Questions about the Support - documentaire | film principal Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support - documentaire | film principal. 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 Support - documentaire | film principal?

This program supports independent documentary filmmakers working on feature-length projects. It offers access to equipment and production resources, with support of up to 90% of the non-member rate.

How much funding can be received?

Support - documentaire | film principal Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Support - documentaire | film principal program?

To be eligible for the Support - documentaire | film principal program, you must: Independent filmmaker Main Film member for 1+ year Quebec-based Canadian or permanent resident

What expenses are eligible under Support - documentaire | film principal?

Feature-length documentary creation. Projects using filming, post-production, and creation equipment.

Who can I contact for more information about the Support - documentaire | film principal?

You can contact Main Film by email at soutien@mainfilm.qc.ca.

Where is the Support - documentaire | film principal available?

The Support - documentaire | film principal program is available Montréal, Quebec.

Is the Support - documentaire | film principal a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Support - documentaire | film principal is a Grant and Funding