Marketing program
This program supports Canadian distribution and production companies looking to finance the marketing and distribution of their feature film project(s).
Who can apply
Canadian distribution and production companies in search of financing for the marketing and distribution of their feature film project(s).
Overview of the program
- Priority is given to films that have been funded through one of our financing programs
- The Marketing Program looks to support innovative marketing activities that will lead to increased theatrical accessibility and enhanced opportunities on digital distribution and multiple viewing platforms
Overview of eligibility requirements
All applicants must meet the following criteria:
- must be either a distributor or a producer that is a Canadian controlled corporation
- must either be the production company that produced the film and that continues to hold the distribution rights, or the distribution company that holds the distribution rights to the film
- key personnel must be either Canadian citizens or permanent residents
All projects must meet the following criteria:
- be a feature length film that either is being or has been funded at the production stage under a production program
OR
- is or will be either certified by the Canadian Audio-visual Certification Office (CAVCO) as a “Canadian film or video production” or recognized as an official treaty coproduction by the Minister of Canadian Heritage
Please consult the guidelines below for specific eligibility requirements.
Previous
Key date
Opening date
April 6, 2017
Region(s): Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, West
Language(s): French, English
Program applications must be submitted online.
Resources
Templates
Declarations & affidavits
Business policies
Distribution Terms & Contracts Requirements
Accounting and Reporting Requirements (2016)
For all financing agreements entered on or after April 1, 2016, the latest ARRs must be applied.
Accounting and Reporting Requirements (2016) - Summary of Changes
Accounting and Reporting Requirements (2014)
For all financing agreements entered between April 1, 2014 and March 31, 2016, the ARRs published in 2014 must be applied.
Accounting and Reporting Requirements (2006)
For all financing agreements entered before April 1, 2014, the ARRs published on January 1, 2006 must be applied.
Visibility Requirements
Marketing Program