Theatrical exhibition program
Canada
Funding for commercial exhibitors of films
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|maxCount
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateOctober 23, 2023
- grant_single|closingDateNovember 06, 2023
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
grant_single|grantors
- Government of Canada
- Telefilm Canada
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|closed
grant_single_labels|preview
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.
grant_single_labels|projects
There are eligible projects and activities for this grant. The Theatrical Exhibition Program supports exhibitors and theatres across Canada that are programming Canadian films.
- Exhibiting Canadian feature films in theatres
- Programming Canadian films for audiences across the country
- Supporting commercial exhibitors with head offices in Canada
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$27,000
Vancouver
Expanding the reach of Canadian indie films
$25,000
Halifax
Promoting Canadian documentaries with an emphasis on local culture
$20,000
Montreal
Increasing visibility of Canadian films through strategic partnerships
$25,000
Edmonton
Promoting Canadian films for an underrepresented audience
$27,000
Regina
Enhancing the appeal of rural cinemas for Canadian films
$30,000
Toronto
Revamping theatrical experiences for Canadian films
grant_single_labels|admissibility
The Theatrical Exhibition Program supports exhibitors and theatres across Canada that are programming Canadian films. To be eligible for this grant, companies must have their head office in Canada, carry out their activities in Canada, and have a ticket and box-office reporting system that complies with audiovisual industry standards.
- Companies must have their head office in Canada.
- Companies must carry out their activities in Canada.
- Companies must have a ticket and box-office reporting system that complies with audiovisual industry standards.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Companies acting as commercial exhibitors that have their head office in Canada, carry out their activities in Canada, and have a ticket and box-office reporting system that complies with audiovisual industry standards are eligible for this grant.
- Companies with head offices in Canada
- Companies carrying out activities in Canada
- Companies with compliant ticket and box-office reporting systems
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses include:
- Promotional costs related to theatrical releases of Canadian films
- Increased expenses for health and safety protocols
- Costs related to transforming the business model to meet digital needs
- Other expenses to encourage Canadian audiences to return to theatres
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:
- Applicant's head office and activities in Canada
- Compliance with audiovisual industry standards
- Programming of Canadian films
grant_single_labels|register
- Step 1: Review the program guidelines and eligibility criteria
- Content: Understand the requirements for companies acting as commercial exhibitors in Canada
- Implications: Ensure that your company meets the necessary criteria before proceeding with the application
- Step 2: Prepare the required application documents
- Content: Gather all necessary paperwork such as the Declaration Form for Canadian Films, Corporate Information Declaration, and Reference List of Canadian Films
- Implications: Ensure that all documentation is complete and in line with the program requirements
- Step 3: Submit the application through Dialogue
- Content: Use the designated platform to apply for funding
- Implications: Follow the submission deadlines and guidelines provided by the program
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Theatrical Exhibition Program Summary
The Theatrical Exhibition Program supports exhibitors and theatres across Canada that are programming Canadian films.
Theatrical Exhibition Program Details
The Theatrical Exhibition Program is designed to support exhibitors and theatres in Canada that showcase Canadian feature films. Companies that meet the eligibility criteria, such as having their head office in Canada, carrying out activities in the country, and using industry-standard ticket and box-office reporting systems, can apply for funding. The program aims to promote Canadian films by providing financial assistance to cover promotional costs, health and safety protocols, and digital transformation needs.
Telefilm allocates recovery funds to assist exhibitors in resuming pre-pandemic levels of activities. The maximum funding per theatre and corporate group has increased, and the method of calculating funding is automatically allocated based on program criteria. Eligible institutions must commit to screening at least one Canadian film in the following year. The funding provided by Telefilm aims to encourage Canadian audiences to return to theatres and support the distribution of Canadian films.
