Feature Film Marketing Fund

Who can apply

Applicants must

1. be a resident Manitoba producer, defined as a producer who operates a production company in Manitoba;
2. be majority owned and controlled by Manitoba residents. Note: Applications must be submitted by an eligible Manitoba resident producer.
3. When a project involves a Manitoba Director and a Non-Manitoba Producer, both need to be included on the application. This is the only time that a Manitoba Director may apply (otherwise, the applicant must be the Manitoba Producer). (Partnerships with the distributor/sales agent where applicable are encouraged).
4. have eligible projects, including:

a) projects receiving Manitoba Film & Music financing through the Feature Film Production Fund;

b) a scripted, fictional (drama or comedy) feature length film or a feature length documentary;

c) a live action or animation;

d) a completed production, ready for distribution;

e) produced by a Manitoba Producer with or without a secured distributor/sales agent;

f) applying for an event that is industry recognized. This includes, but is not limited to, the following festivals or markets:

i. Cannes;

ii. TIFF;

iii. Venice;

iv. Sundance;

v. Berlin;

vi. Tribeca.

5. be in good standing with Manitoba Film & Music at the time of application; applicant companies (or their affiliates) in default on any contractual obligation to Manitoba Film & Music will not be considered.