Updated June 2026 · Verified against Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) guidelines
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SODEC — Aide aux entreprises culturelles

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
Maximum Funding
Varies by stream ($25K-$500K typical)
Varies by stream; multiple annual intakes
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Difficulty
Hard
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
—
Co-Funding
50%
SODEC — Aide aux entreprises culturelles offers funding that varies by project. Quebec's primary provincial cultural industries funder. The program covers up to 50% of eligible costs. Varies by stream; multiple annual intakes.
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Program Description

Quebec's primary provincial cultural industries funder. Grants for film/TV production, publishing, music, performing arts, digital media, and crafts companies. All programs require French-language applications via the SOD@ccès portal. Multiple program streams with separate intake schedules.

Eligibility Requirements

  • For-profit company incorporated under Quebec law
  • Principal establishment in Quebec
  • Majority control by Canadian citizens/PR with Quebec fiscal residency
  • Active in relevant cultural sector
  • Film/TV: min 2 years operations
  • Publishers: agrément certification required
  • Applications must be in French
Provinces
Quebec
Industries
Arts Culture Media Film Publishing Music Creative Industries +1 more
Business Stage
Growth Established

Quick Assessment

Difficulty
Hard
Competition
High
First-Timer
Not rated

Funding Details

Amount
Varies by stream ($25K-$500K typical)
Type
Grant
Level
Provincial
Co-Funding
Up to 50% of eligible costs
Deadline
Varies by stream; multiple annual intakes

Program Scorecard

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Competition
High
Deadline
Ongoing
Approval
Moderate
Accessibility
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Competition
--/5
Approval Rate
--%
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Application Steps

1 Pre-consultation (mandatory for first-time applicants) First-time applicants must contact SODEC at least one month before the intake deadline. Call 514-841-2200 or email [email protected] to arrange a consultation. Failure to pre-consult results in rejection.

Required Documents 6

✓ SOD@ccès application (French)
✓ Quebec incorporation proof

Eligible Expenses 10

Ineligible Expenses 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can sole proprietors apply?
No. Must be a Quebec-incorporated for-profit company. Sole proprietors must incorporate first to qualify for SODEC funding.
What's the typical award amount?
Most projects receive $25,000–$50,000. Larger film/TV projects may reach $500,000 but require proven export track record.
When are decisions made?
Audiovisual: 2 intakes/year (April/Sept). Book/Publishing: April–May. Check sodec.gouv.qc.ca for current dates. First-time applicants must consult SODEC 1 month before deadline.
Do I need French-language proficiency?
Yes. All applications and communications must be in French. Non-French submissions are automatically rejected.
Can I stack with Telefilm Canada?
Yes. SODEC and Telefilm Canada routinely stack for Quebec film/TV projects. SODEC covers production costs; Telefilm covers development.

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