NOHFC Film & Television Program
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Eligibility & Details
What this program funds and who can apply
Program Description
Canadian-controlled production companies can receive a conditional contribution of up to 50% of eligible Northern Ontario costs for theatrical features, scripted television series, made-for-television movies, and documentaries, with tiered caps up to $2 million.
Eligibility Requirements
- Canadian-controlled corporation production company
- Must own a majority of the rights to the production and receive a producer credit
- Eligible formats include theatrical feature films, scripted television series, made-for-television movies, and documentaries
- Projects must spend in Northern Ontario and demonstrate Northern Ontario benefits
- Must provide evidence of other project financing at application
- Must provide a written distributor or broadcaster commitment letter at application
Quick Assessment
Funding Details
- Amount
- Conditional contribution up to 50% of eligible Northern Ontario costs, tier-capped: up to $500,000 for budgets up to $5M; up to $1,000,000 for $5M–$10M; up to $2,000,000 for $10M and above.
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Provincial
- Deadline
- Four competitive intake rounds per year: February 1 – April 30, May 1 – July 31, August 1 – October 31, November 1 – January 31.
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Insider TipSecure a written commitment letter from a qualified distributor or broadcaster before applying, ensure labour costs are only for individuals living in Northern Ontario, and avoid excluded content such as unscripted/reality, news, or advertisements.
Application Playbook
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Deadline Notes
Four competitive intake rounds per year: February 1 – April 30, May 1 – July 31, August 1 – October 31, November 1 – January 31.
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Funding Stack Strategy
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