Production Program- TeleFilm

The Telefilm Canada Production Program supports Canadian audiovisual production companies in financing feature-length films during production or post-production stages. It aims to promote Canadian stories and talent domestically and internationally.
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Overview of the Production Program- TeleFilm program:

Telefilm Canada’s Production Program offers financial support to Canadian production companies that are working on feature-length films. The program is designed to ensure that Canadian filmmakers have the necessary funding to bring their projects to completion, either at the production or post-production stage. Applicants can submit projects in both English and French, with an additional stream available for Indigenous content. The program supports a wide range of genres and includes international coproductions. Films must reflect Canadian creativity and cultural diversity. Financial participation varies based on the project’s budget, with both repayable and non-repayable funding options available. For instance, productions with budgets over $3.5 million are required to calculate and report their carbon footprint, reflecting Telefilm’s commitment to sustainability

Benefits of the Production Program- TeleFilm program:
  • Financial support for feature-length film production and post-production.
  • Opportunities for international coproductions.
  • Choice between repayable and non-repayable funding options.
  • Support for Indigenous and minority coproductions.
  • Compliance with sustainability standards through carbon footprint reporting
Eligibility criteria of the Production Program- TeleFilm program:
  • Applicants must be Canadian audiovisual production companies headquartered in Canada. The program is open to both emerging and established filmmakers, provided they have relevant production experience. Coproductions must meet specific criteria, including confirmed financial support
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