Alberta Film Development Program

Effective December 15, 2006 responsibility for the Alberta Film Development Program (AFDP) migrated from the former Ministry of Alberta Economic Development (AED), Industry and Regional Development Division to the Ministry of Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture.

The Program is accessible through three distinct funding streams. The AFDP will contribute between 14 and 23 percent of all eligible expenses incurred in Alberta. That's the equivalent of between a 25 and 42 percent labour tax credit. The level of contribution increases with Albertan ownership and the employment of Albertan key creative personnel. We're flexible - the details are up to you.

To determine which funding stream best fits your project:

  • Determine the level of Albertan ownership
     
  • Establish the number of eligible Albertan key creative personnel to be employed (writer, director, art direction/production designer, editor, D.O.P., composer and 2 actors in lead or supporting roles).
     
  • Find out where you land on the funding scale.
     
    Where does your project fit?

Application Guidelines:

It is strongly recommended that all applicants carefully review the guidelines prior to completing their application form and preparing their submission. Definitions that are crucial to an accurate interpretation of the information requested are available in the guidelines. Copies of the guidelines, as well as the application form and submission checklist are available below.

IMPORTANT! There are no deadlines for submission of applications; however, applications must be received prior to commencement of principal photography. Assessment, approval and funding payout will take place on a first in, first out basis.

Before you begin the application process:

Please review the following document prior to beginning the application process:

Alberta Film Development Program - Application Process

Following the steps below will help you through the application process.

Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

Useful Tools:

Assigning Funds? See:

Forms / Worksheet:

For further information:

Thank you for your interest in the Alberta Film Development Fund.
We look forward to working with you!

General inquires regarding guidelines and submission process:

 

Paul Pearson, , Director of Arts Services (including FDP)
Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture
#140, 4211 - 106 Street
Edmonton, AB
T6J 6L7

Phone: 780 422-3827
Fax: 780 427-0195
E-mail: paul.pearson@gov.ab.ca