Theatrical Documentary Program
Summary
- Project type
- Feature-length documentary
- Project stage
- Production and post-production
- Applicants
- Canadian audiovisual production companies
- Submission
- Dialogue
Program overview
The Theatrical Documentary Program finances feature-length documentary projects in production and post-production.
Who can apply
Canadian audiovisual production companies that:
- 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.
All projects, all budget levels.
IT support is only available on business days until 5:00 pm EST. Projects may be submitted only once per fiscal year. Producers whose projects can be submitted in more than one opening period must select the one that best meets the needs of their project.
Indigenous Stream
IT support is only available on business days until 5:00 pm EST. Projects may be submitted only once per fiscal year. Producers whose projects can be submitted in more than one opening period must select the one that best meets the needs of their project.
Latest updates
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May 24, 2023
New version of document now available
Updated version of the Essential Information Guide is now available.
May 15, 2023
Updated version of a new document is now available
The Production Sustainability Plan Template is now available in the Templates section.
April 27, 2023
Updated version of the List of Library and Archives Canada (“LAC”) Delivery Requirements
A new version of the List of Library and Archives Canada (“LAC”) Delivery Requirements for Feature Films is now available.
April 18, 2023
Updated version of List of Required Documents
An updated of List of Required Documents version is 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
Templates
Declarations and affidavits
Business policies
Past Guidelines
Contact
For any question about eligibility and how to apply
Phone: 438-806-4865
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: coordination@telefilm.ca
For any question about evaluation and decision-making
Atlantic Region
Lori McCurdy
Phone: 902-334-1365
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: lori.mccurdy@telefilm.ca
Quebec
Peggy Lainis (English market)
Phone: 438-469-1197
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: peggy.lainis@telefilm.ca
Anita Damiani (French market, all regions)
Phone: 438-469-1155
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: anita.damiani@telefilm.ca
Ontario & Nunavut
Melissa Amer
Phone: 647-475-4858
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: melissa.amer@telefilm.ca
Western Region
Kim Hsu Guise
Phone: 778-309-1779
Toll free : 1-800-663-1779
Email : kimhsu.guise@telefilm.ca
For any question about equity and inclusion
Ayesha Husain (English market)
Phone: 647-475-4914
Toll free: 1-800-463-4607
Email: ayesha.husain@telefilm.ca
Hager Namly (French market)
Phone: 438-469-1178
Toll free: 1-800-463-4607
Email: hager.namly@telefilm.ca
Indigenous Liaison
Adriana Chartrand (English and French markets)
Phone: 647-475-4911
Toll free: 1-800-463-4607
Email: adriana.chartrand@telefilm.ca