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No attached broadcaster? No problem for new CMF development program


TORONTO – The Canada Media Fund this week released details of a new program which aims to support projects from experienced producers in the development stage, but with no attached Canadian broadcaster. The total amount of funding available in the Development Pilot Program – Experienced Producers program is $3 million, divided on a 2/3rd English and 1/3rd French basis. Eligible projects must be in the drama, children and youth or documentary genres. Applications are open between November 26, 2020 and January 21, 2021. Applicants will be able to apply with a maximum of one eligible project and funding will be...