The NLFDC

funding programs are designed to assist and promote the development of the indigenous film and video industry in Newfoundland and Labrador. The eligibility criteria are designed to ensure maximum employment and growth in the Newfoundland and Labrador film and video industry.



Mandate

The mandate of this corporation is to foster and promote the development and growth of the film and video industry in Newfoundland and Labrador, and to increase the national and international visibility of Newfoundland and Labrador as a location. This mandate will be achieved by pursuing the following objectives:

  • to support, assist and develop the growth of the private sector film and video industry using sound business principles in the areas of funding, marketing, promotion and infrastructure development;
  • to promote the province within the worldwide film and video industry as a location for film, video, television and commercial productions;
  • to serve as a focal point of liaison between industry and all levels and sectors of government in support of industry development; and
  • to ensure that appropriate pools of investment and equity capital are available to assist in the growth of the indigenous industry.

Programs



Application Forms & Deadlines

Application Process

You must submit separate applications for each project complete with all required documentation to our address.

Required Documentation and Application Forms

The application, attachments and documents listed on page 3 of the application form must be submitted with each project in its entirety by the deadlines noted below in order for your application to be considered complete. Incomplete applications will not be assessed and will be returned. The same application form is used for both development and equity applications.


Application Deadlines

EQUITY INVESTMENT PROGRAM

First Application Deadline March 20, 2012 Decision Date April 30, 2012
Second Application Deadline October 15, 2012 Decision Date November 26, 2012

DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

First Application Deadline March 20, 2012 Decision Date April 30, 2012
Second Application Deadline August 6, 2012 Decision Date September 17, 2012
Third Application Deadline October 15, 2012 Decision Date November 26, 2012
Fourth Application Deadline January 7, 2013 Decision Date February 18, 2013