Our Programs

Through our many programs, we support a dynamic environment where creators, producers, broadcasters, and distributors partner to generate content for Canadians and global audiences to enjoy.

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Budget & Changes

CMF provides full transparency on program budget allocation and changes in our annual guidelines.

Breakdown of the 2022-2023 Program Budget Summary of Changes in the 2022-23 Guidelines

Upcoming Deadlines

Selective

Final Closing: May 26, 2022

POV Program

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First Come, First Served

First Opening: June 7, 2022

Predevelopment Program

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Selective

Final Closing: June 15, 2022

CMF-SODEC Predevelopment Program for Television Series Based on Literary Adaptations

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First Come, First Served

Second Opening: July 28, 2022

Northern Incentive: Production

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CONVERGENT STREAM

Through the Convergent Stream, the CMF supports the creation of content in four underrepresented genres: drama, documentary, children’s & youth, and variety & performing arts.

Experimental STREAM

The Experimental Stream encourages the development of interactive digital media content and software applications that are innovative and leading-edge.

HOW TO APPLY

STEP #1

FIND A
PROGRAM

Identify the program that best suits your needs. From digital web series, to AR/VR, to film production, we provide funding for a wide variety of projects.

STEP #2

Prepare application documents

Each program requires specific documents to be submitted with each application. These documents can be found on each specific program page.

STEP #3

Apply
online

When you’re ready to submit your application, apply through Dialogue on Telefilm Canada’s website.

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International
Incentives

Interested in coproducing with an international partner? View a complete list of our current incentives.

Envelope
administration

Are you a broadcaster looking for more information on our performance envelopes?