Export Assistance Program
Summary
- Project type
- Feature-length film
- Project stage
- Distribution
- Applicants
- Theatrical distribution companies
- Submission
- Dialogue
Overview of the program
The Export Assistance Program helps finance the international distribution of Canadian feature films, including the promotional campaign for theatrical release.
Who can apply
Theatrical distribution companies who own the rights to distribute an eligible Canadian project in one or more foreign territories.
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 pm EST.
For all applications until the closing date or the depletion of funds.
Latest updates
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August 17, 2022
Change in minimum guarantee
The minimum guarantee paid for the acquisition of rights must be $3000 or more.
August 17, 2022
Expansion of eligible territories
The eligibility criteria have been expanded to cover all foreign territories.
August 17, 2022
Updated documents
New versions of the Guidelines, Essential Information Guide, List of required documents, and Eligible Costs Matrix are now available.
April 28, 2021
Updated documents
New versions of the FAQ, List of required documents, Eligible Costs Matrix, and Summary of the Promotion Strategy and Marketing are now available.
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
Template
Declarations and affidavits
Business policies
Past Guidelines
Contact
Atlantic Region & Quebec
Raluca Tuturman
Phone: 438-469-1190
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: raluca.tuturman@telefilm.ca
Ontario, Nunavut & Western Region
Lucie Meynial
Phone: 647-475-4870
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: Lucie.meynial@telefilm.ca
Randall Jason Fox
Phone: 778-309-1772
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: randall.fox@telefilm.ca
Farran Clements
Phone: 647-475-4861
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: farran.clements@telefilm.ca