OMDC Film Fund
The OMDC Film Fund has been developed to increase the level of indigenous film production in
- Development - Provides funding in the form of an interest-free loan of up to $25,000 for the final development stage.
- Production - Provides funding in the form of a repayable advance of up to $400,000 on a last-in basis to complete the financing of a feature film.
Complete eligibility requirements are outlined in the OMDC Film Fund Production Guidelines and the OMDC Film Fund Development Guidelines.
Deadline: June 1, 2010
NOTE: Please read the complete guidelines thoroughly prior to commencing your application. There are no changes to the program guidelines and requirements; however, the process for submitting applications is new this year. OMDC has introduced an Online Application Portal (OAP) system and all application MUST be submitted via the OAP.
Online Application Portal (OAP) re: Application Submissions:
• As indicated above, all applications must be submitted via the OMDC Online Application Portal (OAP) system. Applications submitted by any other method will not be accepted.
• As this is a new application process all applicants are strongly encouraged to commence their applications early to allow for enough time should technical difficulties arise and/or assistance is required.
• Prior to commencing an application, your Company’s corporate information must be registered. If this has not already been done, you should register as soon as possible by going to: https://apply.omdc.on.ca/.
• If you encounter problems setting up your Company’s corporate information, you can email applyhelp@omdc.on.ca for assistance. This email address can also be used for any technical questions you have about the OAP.
Guidelines and Application Forms:
• OMDC Film Fund – Development Guidelines
• OMDC Film Fund – Production Guidelines
• Schedule of Minimum Commitment of Ontario Expenditures
• OMDC Film Fund – Applicant Production Company Statement
OMDC Film Fund - Application Forms:
1. If you do not have a user account on OAP, please go to https://apply.omdc.on.ca and click on “Register”.
2. If registered, the OMDC Film Fund program deadline will appear in your dashboard. To start the application, click on “Start new application” and follow the directions through the 5 step wizard to access the application form.
For technical assistance, please contact the OAP Helpdesk at applyhelp@omdc.on.ca.
For Questions:
Inquiries regarding this program should be directed to the Martin Harbury, Program Consultant.
Phone: 416-642-6654
Email: mharbury@omdc.on.ca
** To be added to our distribution list to receive notification of upcoming deadlines and program updates please email programs@omdc.on.ca with your full contact information including full name, company name, telephone number and the name of the program that you are interested in receiving information about.
** OMDC reserves the right to revise Guidelines and Application Forms. Please ensure that you have the current versions before preparing your documentation
Questions:
Inquiries regarding OMDC programs should be directed to the Coordinator, Industry Initiatives
Phone: 416-642-6695
Email: programs@omdc.on.ca
