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Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream
Funding for feature-length documentary production
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 175,000
Timeline
- Open Date : March 19, 2024
- Closing date : April 12, 2024
Location
Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
If you’re producing a feature-length documentary that demonstrates potential success at the box office, and your copyright is at least 51% Indigenous-owned, you could get 49% of your production costs covered, up to $175,000. Projects in post-production ca
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 175,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : March 19, 2024
- Closing date : April 12, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Theatrical Documentary Program -- Indigenous Stream supports the creation and completion of feature-length documentaries that offer valuable insights and narratives from Indigenous perspectives. Eligible projects must be in the production or post-production stages and focus on Indigenous themes or stories.
- Production of feature-length documentaries with an Indigenous focus in the film's narrative or theme.
- Post-production activities to finalize documentaries highlighting Indigenous media stories or cultural narratives.
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Most recent treatment or creative materials
- Production plan
- Rough cut or equivalent, for post-production applications
- Completion plan, for post-production applications
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian audiovisual production companies.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
Eligible expenses
This program finances the production and post-production stages of feature-length documentary projects in Canada. It aims to support Canadian audiovisual production companies in bringing compelling documentary stories to the theatrical screen.
- Production of feature-length documentaries.
- Post-production activities for feature-length documentaries.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through Dialogue.
- Incomplete files may receive a notice to provide missing documents within five business days.
- Telefilm may request additional information at any time.
- Applicants are notified if the file is incomplete or if further review is needed.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- IT support is available only on business days until 5:00 pm EST.
- Sign up to receive the latest program updates directly in your inbox.
- The Standard Budget Template has been recently updated and is available for use.
- New versions of guidelines and essential information guides have been released and should be referred to for the most current information.
- The application must be submitted through the Dialogue platform.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream. 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 Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream?
If you’re producing a feature-length documentary that demonstrates potential success at the box office, and your copyright is at least 51% Indigenous-owned, you could get 49% of your production costs covered, up to $175,000. Projects in post-production ca
How much funding can be received?
Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream Funds up to $175,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 12, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream program?
To be eligible for the Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream program, you must:
Applicants must be Canadian audiovisual production companies.
The company must have its head office in Canada.
The company must carry out its activities in Canada.
What expenses are eligible under Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream?
The Theatrical Documentary Program -- Indigenous Stream supports the creation and completion of feature-length documentaries that offer valuable insights and narratives from Indigenous perspectives. Eligible projects must be in the production or post-production stages and focus on Indigenous themes or stories. Production of feature-length documentaries with an Indigenous focus in the film's narrative or theme.
Post-production activities to finalize documentaries highlighting Indigenous media stories or cultural narratives.
Where is the Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream available?
The Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.
Is the Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Theatrical documentary program — Indigenous stream is a Grant and Funding