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Theatrical exhibition program

Funding for commercial exhibitors of films
Telefilm Canada
Government of Canada
Kingston Arts Council (KAC)
Last Update: March 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : October 23, 2023
  • Closing date : November 7, 2023
Location
Canada

Overview

Get funding to cover promotional expenses for the theatrical release of Canadian films in theatres, based on the performance of the films you have exhibited in the past year.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Timeline
  • Open Date : October 23, 2023
  • Closing date : November 7, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

Eligible projects for the Theatrical Exhibition Program focus on the promotion and exhibition of Canadian feature films across Canada. The activities aim to invigorate the theatrical landscape by enhancing the visibility and accessibility of Canadian cinema.

  • Theatrical exhibition programming exclusively for Canadian feature films.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Companies acting as commercial exhibitors that:- Have their head office in Canada.- Carry out their activities in Canada.- Have a ticket and box-office reporting system that complies with audiovisual industry standards.

Eligible expenses

This grant supports the theatrical exhibition of Canadian feature films across Canada. The focus is on promotional activities and adapting business models to enhance the Canadian film experience in theatres.

  • Screening of Canadian feature films in theatres.
  • Promotion of Canadian films to attract audiences to theatres.
  • Implementation of health and safety protocols for cinema operations.
  • Transformation of business models to incorporate digital needs and reach wider audiences.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to theatrical exhibitors with their head office in Canada, reinforcing the national focus. Companies must operate within Canadian borders to qualify for this financial support program.

  • Exhibitors headquartered in Canada.
  • Organizations conducting their activities domestically within Canada.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • IT support for applications is only available on business days until 5:00 pm EST.
  • The program includes funding intended to cover promotional costs, health and safety protocols, and digital transformation expenses to attract audiences back to theatres.
  • Telefilm Canada has suspended the funding calculation based on the number of screenings and admissions to Canadian films in previous years, opting for an automatic allocation method in accordance with program criteria.
  • The maximum funding allocated is $30,000 per theatre and $500,000 per corporate group as previously outlined in changes from 2021-2022.

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Theatrical exhibition program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Theatrical exhibition program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Theatrical exhibition program. 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 exhibition program?

Get funding to cover promotional expenses for the theatrical release of Canadian films in theatres, based on the performance of the films you have exhibited in the past year.

How much funding can be received?

Theatrical exhibition program Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was November 7, 2023.

Who is eligible for the Theatrical exhibition program program?

To be eligible for the Theatrical exhibition program program, you must: Companies must act as commercial exhibitors with their head office in Canada. Applicants must carry out their activities in Canada. A ticket and box-office reporting system compliant with audiovisual industry standards is required.

What expenses are eligible under Theatrical exhibition program?

Eligible projects for the Theatrical Exhibition Program focus on the promotion and exhibition of Canadian feature films across Canada. The activities aim to invigorate the theatrical landscape by enhancing the visibility and accessibility of Canadian cinema. Theatrical exhibition programming exclusively for Canadian feature films.

Where is the Theatrical exhibition program available?

The Theatrical exhibition program program is available across Canada.

Is the Theatrical exhibition program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Theatrical exhibition program is a Grant and Funding

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