Industry Promotion Initiatives Program

Summary

Activity typeActivities that elevate Canada’s audiovisual sector, and stimulate audience demand for Canadian and Indigenous content
ApplicantsCanadian organizations
SubmissionDialogue

Program overview

The Industry Promotion Initiatives Program supports activities that elevate Canada’s audiovisual sector, including (but not limited to):

  • National film and television awards ceremonies
  • Alternative screening networks
  • Audiovisual industry conferences
  • Other national promotion initiatives

Who can apply

Canadian-controlled corporations who: 

  • Have their head office in Canada. 
  • Work in the film, television or digital media sectors. 

Guidelines and Important Documents

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

Subject to availability of funds.
Opening
June 02, 2026
8:00 AM EDT
Closing
February 16, 2027
11:59 PM EST

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May 7, 2026

Please read our Industry Advisory for more information on the opening of the program.


Apply for funding

Please read our How to apply page for more information on the application process.

Applications must be submitted through Dialogue.

Apply now

Contact Us

Please read the guidelines and all supporting documents carefully prior to your enquiry.

For questions regarding eligibility and how to applyPhone: 438-806-4865
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Emailcoordination@telefilm.ca
For questions about evaluation and decision-makingEnglish-language inquiries

Alison Zimmer
Phone: 902-334-1369
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: alison.zimmer@telefilm.ca

French-language inquiries

Charles-André Chamard
Phone: 438-469-1159
Toll free: 1-800-567-0890
Email: charles-andre.chamard@telefilm.ca
For questions regarding Dialogue account creationEmail: enr@telefilm.ca