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Support - expérimental / animation | film principal
Support for experimental and animation filmmakers
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Location
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports independent filmmakers working in experimental and animation practices. It offers a one-year residency with access to equipment, workspaces, and training to support artistic growth.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Research and development of new projects
- Exploration of artistic ideas and concepts
- Experimentation with digital and analog media
- Production activities after the research phase is completed
Documents Needed
- Project description
- Detailed timeline
- Supporting materials
- Equipment needs list and budget
- Curriculum vitae
Sources and recorded changes
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Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Independent filmmakers
Who is not eligible
- Students, except doctoral students
Eligible expenses
- Equipment use for production and post-production
- Film stock and laboratory development fees paid by the artist
- Training sessions with recognized artists
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Student applications, except at the doctoral level
- Two consecutive residency years for the same resident
- More than two participations per artist
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Artistic merit
- Realism and clarity of technical needs
- Clarity and originality of the proposal
- Relevance of the proposal and expressed needs
- Professional development potential
- Realism of objectives and production timeline
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Write the project description.
- Prepare the timeline, supporting materials, equipment needs, budget, and CV.
- Step 2: Submit the form
- Complete the online submission form.
- Send the full application package through the form.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a three-member selection committee from the film community.
- Artistic merit is the main criterion, followed by feasibility.
- Results are sent in writing within six weeks after the deadline.
- No results are given by phone.
- All decisions are final.
Additional information
- Applicants do not need to be associate members to submit an application.
- If selected, they must become associate members.
- Selected residents cannot receive the program two years in a row.
- Each artist may benefit from the program a maximum of two times.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support - expérimental / animation | film principal Program
What is the Support - expérimental / animation | film principal?
This program supports independent filmmakers working in experimental and animation practices. It offers a one-year residency with access to equipment, workspaces, and training to support artistic growth.
Who is eligible for the Support - expérimental / animation | film principal program?
To be eligible for the Support - expérimental / animation | film principal program, you must:
Independent filmmaker
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Based in Quebec or Canada
What expenses are eligible under Support - expérimental / animation | film principal?
Equipment use for production and post-production
Film stock and laboratory development fees paid by the artist
Training sessions with recognized artists
Where is the Support - expérimental / animation | film principal available?
The Support - expérimental / animation | film principal program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the Support - expérimental / animation | film principal a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Support - expérimental / animation | film principal is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the Support - expérimental / animation | film principal?
Support - expérimental / animation | film principal is funded by Main Film