International Promotion Program
Summary
| Project type | Feature films, short films, TV series, extended reality (XR) project |
| Project stage | All stages |
| Applicants | Canadian production and distribution companies, sales agents |
| Submission | Dialogue |
Program Overview
The International Promotion Program offers financial support for:
- Participation and attendance for international festivals, forums and events.
- International promotion campaigns.
- Telefilm-invited international initiatives.
The We Promote page details all available international services and promotional initiatives offered by Telefilm Canada.
Who can apply
Canadian-owned and controlled companies:
- Companies specializing in production and distribution
- Sales agencies of Canadian feature-length or short films (drama or documentary), television series or XR projects
- Production companies invited to take part in a coproduction forum
- Companies invited by Telefilm to participate in one of its international initiatives
Canadian short or feature length film, a TV series or an extended reality project (XR) from Canada that is:
- Selected for a recognized international festival.
- An eligible coproduction project recognized by the Minister of Canadian Heritage.
Information about the program
Guidelines and Important Documents
Please review the documents for full program details and eligibility criteria.
March 19, 2026 to date
March 19, 2026 to date
March 19, 2026 to date
Key dates
IT support is only available on business days until 5:00 pm EST.
| Subject to availability of funds. |
Opening April 14, 2026 8:00 AM EDT |
Closing February 16, 2027 11:59 PM EST |
Latest updates
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March 19, 2026
Updated version of the following documents now available
- Guidelines
- Appendices to the Guidelinesto the Guidelines
- Essential Information Guide
July 29, 2025
Updated version of the following documents now available
- Appendices to the Guidelines
April 11, 2025
Updated version of the following documents now available
- Appendices to the Guidelines
- Essential Information Guide
Apply for funding
Please read our How to apply page for more information on the application process.
Applications must be submitted through Dialogue.
Application documents
Resources
Declarations & Affidavits
Business Policies
Past Guidelines
April 3, 2024 to March 18, 2026
March 31, 2023 to April 3, 2024
September 24, 2021 to March 29, 2022
May 13, 2021 to September 23, 2021
November 29, 2018 to May 12, 2021
July 16, 2018 to November 28, 2018
Contact Us
| For questions regarding the application process or funding program requirements | Phone: 438-806-4865 Toll free: 1-800-567-0890 Email: coordination@telefilm.ca |