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Canada Media Fund: Experimental Stream is a grant from the Canada Media Fund (CMF) that funds innovative Canadian interactive digital media content and software applications. The program, known as the Innovation and Experimentation Program, supports the conceptualization, prototyping, production, and marketing of leading-edge digital media projects.
Eligible applicants are Canadian for-profit businesses whose projects are developed at least 75% in Canada. Applicants must submit a Community Engagement Plan, Declaration of Canadian status, and other required documentation as part of the application. Guidelines are updated annually for each program year.
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Innovation & Experimentation Program | Canada Media Fund Innovation & Experimentation Program Projects funded through Innovation & Experimentation Program are Canadian interactive digital media content and software applications that are innovative and leading-edge. Learn about PERSONA-ID and how it connects with your application.
Learn about our resources for Disabled Persons/Persons with Disability(ies) that need Accessibility Support to apply for CMF funding. Innovation & Experimentation Program Please be sure to review the Guidelines for full details.
Innovation & Experimentation Guidelines Appendix A: Definitions and Essential Requirements Appendix B: Business Policies Summary of Changes in the 2026-2027 Guidelines You must fill out and submit these documents as part of your application.
Community Engagement Plan Declaration of Canadian status of the organization and corporate information Framework for International Digital Media Coproduction Interactive Digital Media Definitions List of Required Documents Narrative Positioning Attestation Narrative Positioning Statement If you can’t find what you’re looking for, check the Archives page or email [email protected] 2018-2019 Innovation & Experimentation Program 2019-2020 Innovation & Experimentation Program 2020-2021 Innovation & Experimentation Program 2021-2022 Innovation & Experimentation Program 2022-2023 Innovation & Experimentation Program 2023-2024 Innovation & Experimentation and Commercial Program 2024-2025 Innovation & Experimentation and Commercial Program 2025-2026 Innovation & Experimentation and Commercial Program 2026-2027 Innovation & Experimentation and Commercial Program Application Guide - Innovation and Experimentation Program Corporate Information User Guide Electronic Signature Guide Click here or email [email protected] to learn more about the CMF’s specific resources for persons with disabilities that need Accessibility Support to apply for CMF funding.
Applicants may choose to opt for interim financing, which involves assigning payments under the financing agreement to a bank as security. If you intend to access interim financing, complete the Notice and Direction form and forward it to your business analyst. If you are in Quebec, you will also have to forward a copy of the hypothec to your business analyst.
Notice and Direction - TV For Linear Projects 2024-2025 and after. Notice and Direction - TV For Linear Projects 2023-2024 and earlier. Notice and Direction - Interactive Digital Media For projects 2024-2025 and after.
Notice and Direction Experimental and DLS Notice and Direction TV - Amendment For Linear Projects 2024-2025 and after. Notice and Direction TV - Amendment For Linear Projects 2023-2024 and earlier.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: For-profit businesses with projects developed in Canada (minimum of 75%). Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Funding amounts vary based on project scope and sponsor guidance. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is September 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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