Creation Assistance Program
Mandate
The Filmpool's Creation Assistance Program supports the creation of independent films
and media works within Saskatchewan.
Assistance Granted
Assistance granted:
● 75% discount on the non-member rate for production equipment, and
post-production facility rental.
● Project guidance and technical support.
Accepted projects:
There is no limit to the number of projects eligible for Creation Assistance
support.
Eligibility
General eligibility:
There is no limit to the number of applications that may be submitted per
applicant during each application period.
The same project cannot be submitted to multiple Filmpool programs at the same time.
There is no limit to the amount of times a project may be submitted for
consideration – but careful consideration of the peer assessment committee’s
feedback is strongly encouraged before submitting again.
Eligible projects:
All proposals for independent films and media works are eligible.
Projects which are part of a school curriculum are not eligible.
Eligible costs:
● Picture capture
● Sound capture
Deadline
The deadline is November 30th, 2025.
Application
To apply, you must complete the online application form and provide the following
documents:
● Artist’s CV
● Link to audio-visual support material (15 minutes max total)
● Any other support material relevant to the application (script, photos,
illustrations, etc.)
Evaluation of Applications
Evaluation process:
All applications are initially processed by the Technical Director and assessed to
see if they meet the criteria established.
These applications are then reviewed by an arm’s length peer assessment
committee and ranks them accordingly.
Evaluation criteria:
Projects will be evaluated with the following criteria:
● Merit of the project
● Track record of the applicant
● Feasibility
● Artistic intent
Applicants must retain complete copyright and artistic control over all stages of
the project.
Projects must be able to be shown as support material to our funders.
Projects must not contravene the Criminal Code of Canada.
Response:
The Filmpool will inform applicants of the peer assessment committee’s
response no later than two months after the submission deadline.
Other Conditions
Supported applicants must be or become a Filmpool member in order to
receive support for the project.
Supported applicants must realize their project within three years of receiving their results and submit a final report and final copy of the project.
Supported projects must include the credit: “Produced with the assistance of the
Saskatchewan Filmpool Cooperative.”
Supported projects must include the Filmpool logo with equal treatment to other
funders.
Questions? Please call (306) 757-8818 or email tech@filmpool.ca.