Programs

Distributor Envelope Program

The Distributor Envelope Program is designed to offer more flexibility to Applicants by allowing financial contributions from Eligible Canadian Distributors to unlock CMF production financing without the requirement of a Canadian Broadcaster.

Through this Program, the CMF allocates funding Envelope Allocations to Eligible Canadian Distributors with a track record of supporting Canadian programming. Eligible Canadian Distributors select which Eligible Projects may receive funds from their Envelope Allocation, with actual funding paid directly to Eligible Applicants according to a payment schedule.

Learn about PERSONA-ID and how it connects with your application.

Learn about our resources for Disabled Persons/Persons with Disability(ies) that need Accessibility Support to apply for CMF funding.

Dates to remember

Distributor Envelope Program

Opening Date
April 14, 2026
Closing Date
December 8, 2026

HOW TO APPLY

Click here or email access@cmf-fmc.ca to learn more about the CMF’s specific resources for persons with disabilities that need Accessibility Support to apply for CMF funding.

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Interim Financing

Applicants may choose to opt for interim financing, which involves assigning payments under the financing agreement to a bank as security. If you intend to access interim financing, complete the Notice and Direction form and forward it to your business analyst. If you are in Quebec, you will also have to forward a copy of the hypothec to your business analyst.