Professional Development
DOC BC Webinar + Q & A
This panel brings together emerging and experienced editors, colourists, sound designers, sound mixers, and post production supervisors to share about their craft and offer insight into their post-production workflows, including how they have adapted to working virtually.
Registration and more info here.
Funding Opportunities
Take Care
VICE and the TELUS Fund have partnered for a content incubator for the creation of docu-series aimed at inspiring young Canadians to improve their mental wellbeing. Applications now open, apply by April 16, 2021. For more information visit the website.
Bell Fund – Short Form Digital Series Non-Fiction
The purpose of the Program is to fund original digital video for online distribution, specifically the production of scripted non-fiction (i.e. documentary and lifestyle/factual programming). Only series will be supported, with a maximum length of 15 minutes per episode and a minimum of 6 episodes. More info here.
Bell Fund – Slate Development
The purpose of the Slate Development program is to help independent production companies diversify their development slate both in terms of numbers of projects and variety of platforms and media by offering financial support for the planning and development of original intellectual property (“IP”). More info here.
Canada Media Fund
Check out their funding program deadlines here.
ScreenCraft Film Fund
Supporting Film Projects with grants up to $30,000
Whether you have a simple screenplay or a film that’s already in production, we want to consider it for our grant program. We consider a range of projects, from standalone screenplays, to fully packaged projects seeking finishing funds.
If your aspirations are solely to become a produced screenwriter, you can rely on ScreenCraft and BondIt to package the winning script with a talented director and in-house production resources with up to $30,000 in cash financing, judged on a case-by-case basis, depending on each project’s budget and needs as determined by an internal jury of industry professionals.
Early deadline: Mar 31
Final deadline: May 31 https://screencraft.org/fund/
TELUS STORYHIVE Community Showcase: Ongoing
Community Showcase is a program for creators who want to reach a new audience. Do you have a story to share now? All filmmakers, creators, and voices in BC and Alberta are invited to submit completed films or series for broadcast on the TELUS Optik TV™ On Demand system, which is accessible for free to over a million Optik TV subscribers in BC and Alberta. Click here to learn more.
Canadian Media Funding Programs: Ongoing
From the organizers: Through our many programs, we support a dynamic environment where creators, producers, broadcasters, and distributors partner to generate content for Canadians and global audiences to enjoy. Click here to learn more.
Sundance Institute Artist Development Programs: Ongoing
From the organizers: Sundance Institute’s artist programs provide dynamic support at every step of the creative journey for individuals with distinct voices in film, theatre, film composing, episodic storytelling, and emerging platforms. Each program consists of labs, grants, workshops, and ongoing resources for artists to nurture their projects and sustain their careers. Click here for more info.
Film Incentive BC Tax Credit:
A refundable labour based incentive for Canadian productions.
FIBC is a refundable corporate income tax credit. When filing tax returns, your corporation may claim a specified percentage of the labour costs incurred while making a production. The credits are applied to reduce tax payable, and any remaining balance is paid to the corporation.
Speakers & Screenings
You can watch the best of VIFF’s year-round programming from the comfort of your home via VIFF Connect, VIFF’s online streaming platform. It’s the perfect thing for all that free time COVID has afforded you!
