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Canada Feature Film Fund is sponsored by Government of Canada, Telefilm Canada. Provides financial support to Canadian film producers for developing, producing, and marketing feature films in Canada and internationally.
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# How to apply | Telefilm Canada * Who we are[](https://telefilm. ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#) Comprised of some 200 passionate professionals, we support the dynamic companies and creative talent behind Canadian content. [](https://telefilm.
ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#)Who we are * Executive Leadership team * We Finance and Support[](https://telefilm. ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#) We support diverse talent and creators at all stages of a feature film, from development, to production and post-production, to marketing to audiences both at home and abroad. [](https://telefilm.
ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#)We Finance and Support Programs[](https://telefilm. ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#) * Festivals, activities and cinemas Coproductions[](https://telefilm. ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#) * Coproduction recommendation submission * Statistics on coproduction * We Promote[](https://telefilm.
ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#) We Promote We are the talent behind the talent. Through our promotional initiatives and partnerships with key players around the world, we propel Canadian storytelling to new heights. Learn more [](https://telefilm.
ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#)We Promote Canada's choice for the Academy Awards Close menu * We Partner[](https://telefilm. ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#) We Partner As a Partner of Choice, Telefilm brings together industry key players to foster the creation of content and the promotion of Canadian talent. Learn more [](https://telefilm.
ca/en/we-finance-and-support/how-to-apply#)We Partner Business Intelligence and Research * Promotion Programs - External Advisor Application * Production Programs - Advisory Committee Member application * Advisory Committee Members * — Theatrical Documentary * Festivals, activities and cinemas * — General Admission Festivals * — Medium to Large-Scale Festivals * — Promotion - Industry Initiatives * — Theatrical Exhibition * — Theatrical Distribution Compensation * — Promotion - Limited Edition * — Promotion - General Admission * — International Promotion Program - Distribution Support * — International Promotion * Coproduction recommendation submission * Statistics on coproduction ## Before you submit your application 1.
Check the Deadlines page for opening and closing dates. We recommend that applicants **start the application process well before the program closes**. 1.
Read the program webpage, including guidelines, eligibility criteria, and application documents. The information you will need to complete your application is on the program webpage and in the documents. 1.
Verify the application submission process on the program webpage. 1. Review our Code of Conduct guidelines, which outline our commitments and expectations towards business partners and clients.
1. Gather all the documents needed to complete your application. ## Submit your application Applications for most of our funding programs are submitted through Dialogue, our online application portal.
The program webpage specifies how your application should be submitted. #### ****If you’re applying for the first time through Dialogue**** You must create a Dialogue account for your organization. * Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email containing your temporary ID and password.
Use this to login to your new account. * Once an organization has been created in Dialogue, any member of the organization can submit or work on an application. * You can find guides on how to use Dialogue on the Dialogue login page.
********If you already have a Dialogue account******** You can apply for a new program with your existing account through the Dialogue page. ### IT support is only available on business days until 5:00 pm EST. ## After submitting your application A member of our team will contact applicants if there is any information missing.
Our target processing times by program are listed in our Service Charter. You will find out if your project has been approved or refused through the Dialogue portal or by email.
#### ******If your application is approved****** Please**include all the following information**when emailing us: * The program you’re applying to * First name and last name * The company you represent * Your request or question For questions relating to the application process or funding program requirements**coordination@telefilm. ca** For questions regarding enrolment of your company on Dialogue and 2FA**enr@telefilm.
ca** For questions and technical issues relating to Telefilm’s Self-Identification Questionnaire**questionnaire@telefilm. ca** For questions regarding the evaluation or decision-making process**Please check the program’s webpage for the contact list** ## **Get the latest updates, results and changes regarding our programs** **Check out the latest Industry Advisories. ** **Follow our LinkedIn and Facebook pages.
** * Logos and brand guidelines Email address PLEASE ENTER A VALID EMAIL ADDRESS * [](https://letterboxd. com/Telefilm_Canada/ "Website")
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Canadian-owned and controlled film production companies. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $250,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 10, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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