The Equity and Emerging Development Program aims to provide direct and targeted support to emerging and/or equity seeking B.C. filmmakers. Creators can receive a grant of up to $10,000 to cover the cost of bringing together a development team to do research, develop a concept or write a script. The grants are available for a wide range of content including scripted feature length films or series, animated features or series, and documentaries/factual one-offs or series.
The goal of this program is to support equity and diversity in B.C.’s domestic motion picture sector by increasing access to funding for underrepresented filmmakers.
Applications in Process
| Funding Round | Fiscal Year | Applications Open | Applications Close |
| Round 1 | 2021/22 | June 22, 2021 | July 26, 2022 |
| Round 2 | 2023/24 | March 28, 2024 | May 10, 2024 |
| Round 3 | 2024/25 | January 29, 2025 | March 5, 2025 |
| Round 4 | 2025/26 | October 29, 2025 | December 3, 2025 |
Please note that while we strive to open applications for each funding round on the scheduled dates listed above, these dates may be subject to change. We strongly recommend reviewing the guidelines and application packages before submitting, as updates or changes may apply to each funding round.
Guidelines and program materials can be found below. Please contact Creative BC staff with any questions.
Miranda Ryan
Program Analyst
mryan (at) creativebc.com
Katie Czenczek
Program Coordinator
kczenczek (at) creativebc.com
Guidelines
Equity + Emerging Development 2024/25 Guidelines
Resources
Equity + Emerging Development Evaluation Matrix 2024/25
Equity + Emerging Development Application Checklist 2024/25
Equity + Emerging Development Budget Template 2024/25
Equity + Emerging Development Filmography Template 2024/25
Equity + Emerging Frequently Asked Questions 2024/25
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