Co-produce with us
In addition to originating projects, the NFB also engages in co-productions as creative co-producer with Canadian and, on occasion, international independent producers whose stories align with our programming vision.
In addition to financial participation, a co-production with the NFB grants access to our technical, marketing and distribution expertise—ensuring a full creative partnership.
Offered by National Film Board of Canada (NFB)
Amount
No fixed amount
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Who can apply
Any Canadian citizen or permanent resident is eligible to propose a project to us. Citizenship or residency requirements for international co-productions follow the spirit of the various international co-production and co-venture agreements established by Telefilm Canada.
If you are currently directing a project at the NFB, you are not eligible to start a new project at the NFB before the first project is completed.
About the funding
In addition to financial participation, a co-production with the NFB grants access to our technical, marketing and distribution expertise—ensuring a full creative partnership.
Copyright is shared pro rata based on each partner’s financial contribution.
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