Development Program
Summary
- Project type
- Feature-length film
- Project stage
- Development
- Applicants
- Canadian feature film production companies
- Submission
- Dialogue
Program overview
The Development Program finances Canadian feature films at the development stage.
The Development Program has four streams:
- Prequalified Stream
- General Stream
- Indigenous Stream
- Stream for Black and People of Colour
Who can apply
Canadian feature film production companies who:
- Have their head office in Canada.
- Carry out their activities in Canada.
Information about the program
Guidelines
Please review the documents for full program details and eligibility criteria.
Key Dates
IT support is only available on business days until 5:00 pm EST.
The program is currently closed.
Latest updates
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June 23, 2022
Self-Identification Questionnaire
The Self-Identification Questionnaire for data collection will apply for all creatives (producers, writers, and directors (where applicable) for projects submitted to the program. Completion of the questionnaire by all participants is required for validating eligibility in the Indigenous Stream and the Stream for Black and People of Colour.
All participants are asked to complete the Self-Identification Questionnaire to contribute towards Telefilm’s industry improvement initiatives like enhancing funding programs, capacity building, outreach, and training.
June 23, 2022
Increase of maximum financial participation
In the Prequalified Stream, Telefilm’s maximum financial participation increases to:
- $100,000 for Tier A
- $60,000 for Tier B
- $30,000 for Tier C
In the General Stream (previously known as the Selective Stream), the Indigenous Stream and the Stream for Black and People of Colour, Telefilm’s maximum financial participation increases to $30,000 per project.
June 23, 2022
Language eligibility
Projects in diverse languages are now eligible.
June 23, 2022
Stream name change
The Selective Stream is now called the General Stream.
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
Templates
Declarations and affidavits
Business policies
Past guidelines
Contact
For questions regarding the application process or funding program requirements
Phone: 438-806-4865
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: coordination@telefilm.ca
For questions regarding the Stream for Black and People of Colour
Antoinette Duré
Phone: 438-469-1169
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: antoinette.dure@telefilm.ca
For any questions regarding the Indigenous Stream
Adriana Chartrand
Phone: 647 475-4911
Toll free: 1 800 463-4607
Email: adriana.chartrand@telefilm.ca
For any questions regarding the Filmography
Email: filmo@telefilm.ca
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