Programs & Deadlines

Interested in CMF Funding?
Here’s everything you’ll need to know.

The CMF is a not-for-profit corporation that delivers $353 million in funding annually to support the Canadian television and digital media industries through two streams of funding.

Breakdown of the 2020-2021 Program Budget

Summary of changes in the 2020-2021 Guidelines

Programs

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How to apply for CMF funding

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Program Deadlines

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Funding Streams

Convergent Stream Experimental Stream

The Convergent Stream supports Canadian projects that include content produced for distribution on at least two platforms, one of which is television. It is made up of various programs and incentives that target key activities and audiences.

Through the Convergent Stream, the CMF supports the creation of content in four underrepresented genres: drama, documentary, children’s & youth, and variety & performing arts.

The Experimental Stream encourages the development of interactive digital media content and software applications that are innovative and leading-edge. Projects must be connected to the Canadian cultural sector.

Convergent Programs

Experimental Stream

Coproducing with Canada

Coproduction

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Canadian Broadcasters

Envelope Administration

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Funded Projects Database

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News

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International Coproduction

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