21 March - 21 April, 2025
up to $100000
The Rogers Documentary Fund aims to foster the growth of documentary film production in Canada, supporting high-quality, independently produced documentaries in both official languages.
The Fund ensures these productions reach the widest possible audience, maintaining Canada's tradition of excellence in documentary filmmaking.
Applicant Eligibility
- Canadian independent producers, including individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and joint ventures.
- Official treaty co-productions and co-ventures qualify.
- No budgetary limit to qualify for funding.
- Applicants must have a platform commitment from a Canadian broadcaster, cable or pay TV channel, or an online platform available to Canadian audiences.
- Maximum of 25% of annual allocation may be accessed by broadcaster-affiliated production companies.
Documentary Fund for Canadian Filmmakers
Key Benefits
- Funding up to $3.5 million annually for documentary filmmaking in Canada.
- Support for original, high-quality, provocative, and/or controversial documentaries.
- Non-recoupable advances of up to $100,000 per project.
- Encouragement of projects with enduring appeal and significant contemporary components.
