Cultural Supports Program — Film and Television Stream

📋 Eligible Entities - Production companies operating in or relocating to Northern Ontario - Independent filmmakers and producers with established production track records - Canadian-controlled private corporations in the media/film sector - Partnerships and joint ventures with majority Canadian ownership - Indigenous-owned production companies - Not-for-profit cultural organizations with media production capacity ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Amount: Up to $2 million per project (tiered based on production budget) - Coverage Rate: Contribution covers maximum 50% of eligible production costs - Repayability: Non-repayable contribution (grant, not loan) - Funding Structure: Tiered allocation—larger productions may receive proportionally adjusted amounts based on total project budget - Cost Sharing: Applicant must secure matching funds for remaining 50% of eligible costs ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Personnel costs (crew wages, directors, producers, post-production staff) - Equipment rental and purchases - Location fees and permits - Post-production services (editing, sound, visual effects, color grading) - Marketing and distribution costs (limited, promotion-focused) - Technical infrastructure and infrastructure-related investments - Professional services (legal, accounting related to production) - Training and skills development for Northern Ontario workforce ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Production must be substantially filmed/produced in Northern Ontario - Project must demonstrate cultural, economic, or industry growth impact for the region - Applicants must provide detailed production budgets and timelines - Funding is contingent on securing matching funds before final approval - Recipient must maintain employment records showing Northern Ontario job creation - Reporting requirements on project completion, budget reconciliation, and economic impact metrics - Project must align with Canadian content standards and intellectual property regulations - Grant may be clawed back if conditions are not met or project abandoned