Tax Credit
Provincial
Active
Alberta Film and Television Tax Credit (FTTC)
Government of Alberta — Ministry of Arts, Culture and Status of Women
Maximum Credit
22% of eligible costs
Ongoing
Difficulty
Moderate
Payment
Tax Credit Offset
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
—
Credit rate
30%
Alberta Film and Television Tax Credit (FTTC) provides up to 22% refundable tax credit on eligible Alberta production costs; 30% for qualifying Alberta-owned productions (minimum production costs $499,999 CAD excluding GST). Refundable provincial tax credit for eligible Alberta film and television productions. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Program Description
Refundable provincial tax credit for eligible Alberta film and television productions. The base rate is 22% of eligible Alberta production costs; an enhanced 30% rate is available to productions meeting additional Alberta ownership, copyright, and cost thresholds. Minimum total production costs of $499,999 (excluding GST). Applications must be submitted within 120 days of commencing Alberta principal photography.
Eligibility Requirements
- Eligible corporation producing a qualifying film, television series, or screen-based production with principal photography or key animation in Alberta
- Total production costs of at least $499,999 CAD (excluding GST)
- New production — principal photography or key animation commenced in Alberta
- Application submitted within 120 days of commencing Alberta principal photography
- For the 30% rate: at least 50% project ownership by eligible Alberta individuals; one Alberta-based producer with single-card credit; Alberta-based copyright ownership for 10 years post-completion; either 60% eligible production costs or 70% Alberta wages threshold met
- Production must complete within 42 months of starting Alberta principal photography
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Difficulty
Moderate
Competition
Low
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Funding Details
- Amount
- 22% refundable tax credit on eligible Alberta production costs; 30% for qualifying Alberta-owned productions (minimum production costs $499,999 CAD excluding GST)
- Type
- Tax Credit
- Level
- Provincial
- Credit rate
- Up to 30% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- Ongoing
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How to claim
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Insider TipSubmit your initial application within 120 days of starting principal photography — this deadline is firm and late submissions are not accepted.
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Rejection Pitfalls 6
- Production costs below $499,999 threshold
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Application Playbook
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Application Steps
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Review Program Guidelines Review the FTTC Program Guidelines (available at open.alberta.ca) and Application Companion Guide to confirm production eligibility and plan the Alberta vs non-Alberta cost allocation.
Required Documents 8
✓ Completed online application form via the Alberta.ca economicdevelopmentprograms portal
✓ Production budget with Alberta vs non-Alberta cost allocation
Eligible Expenses 5
Ineligible Expenses 6
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Ineligible Organizations
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Funding Stack Strategy
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Compatible Programs
Canada Media Fund (CMF)
Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit (CPTC — federal)
Alberta Made Screen Industries Program (AMSIP)
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How FTTC Compares
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| Program | Amount | Difficulty | Payment | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Film and Television Tax Credi... | 22% | Moderate | Tax Credit Offset | Ongoing |
| Canada Media Fund | up to $250K | Hard | Mixed (Advance + Reimb.) | Ongoing (multiple... |
| Canadian Film or Video Production Tax... | 25% | Moderate | Tax Credit Offset | Ongoing |
| Creative Industries Funding | Varies | Moderate | Reimbursement | Ongoing (multiple... |
| SSHRC Partnerships | Up to $2.5M | Hard | Advance Payment | Partnership Grants:... |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the minimum production cost to qualify for the FTTC?
Total production costs must be at least $499,999 CAD (excluding GST). Productions below this threshold are ineligible, but may qualify for the Alberta Made Screen Industries Program (AMSIP) grant instead.
When must I submit the initial application?
Within 120 days of commencing Alberta principal photography or key animation. This deadline is firm — late applications are not accepted regardless of production circumstances.
What extra requirements must I meet to qualify for the 30% rate instead of 22%?
At least 50% project ownership by eligible Alberta individuals, one Alberta-based producer with single-card credit, Alberta-based copyright ownership for 10 years, and either 60% of eligible production costs or 70% of wages spent in Alberta.
Are video games eligible for the FTTC?
No. Video games are explicitly excluded from the program. The FTTC covers films, television series, and screen-based digital media productions only.
Can I combine the FTTC with the federal Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit?
Yes. The Alberta FTTC and federal CPTC can be combined on qualifying Canadian content productions. They cover different cost categories so strategic expense allocation between the two claims is required — consult a film tax credit specialist.
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