Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: With which countries has Canada signed an audiovisual coproduction treaty?
- Q: Do these treaties cover both television and feature film productions?
- Q: How do I get a production certified as an audiovisual treaty coproduction?
- Q: Why should I obtain an audiovisual treaty coproduction certification?
- Q: When should I apply?
- Q: How can a country sign an audiovisual coproduction treaty with Canada?
Q: With which countries has Canada signed an audiovisual coproduction treaty?
Canada has audiovisual coproduction treaties and arrangements with 53 foreign partners. For a complete list of those treaties and arrangements please consult Telefilm Canada's Web site
Q: Do these treaties cover both television and feature film productions?
Some treaties cover both television and feature film productions, and some cover only one of these mediums. The list of countries and official text of treaties are available on Telefilm Canada's Web site
Q: How do I get a production certified as an audiovisual treaty coproduction?
An application must be submitted to Telefilm Canada at least 30 days before the beginning of principal photography. All forms and relevant information can be found on Telefilm Canada's Web site at: Forms and Affidavits
Q: Why should I obtain an audiovisual treaty coproduction certification?
In Canada, the granting of national status to feature film and television productions recognized as audiovisual treaty coproductions provides Canadian producers access to benefits such as:
- The Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit
- Provincial tax credits
- Canada Media Fund
- Canada Feature Film Fund
- Inclusion in Canadian broadcast quotas
Q: When should I apply?
Applications must be submitted to Telefilm Canada at least 30 days prior to the beginning of principal photography. For further details please consult Telefilm Canada's Web site at: Forms and Affidavits
Q: How can a country sign an audiovisual coproduction treaty with Canada?
The Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages is the Minister responsible for the negotiation of audiovisual coproduction treaties. As such, any government who wishes to enter into negotiations with Canada toward the conclusion of such a treaty needs to express its intentions in writing to:
Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages
15 Eddy Street
Gatineau, Quebec
K1A 0M5
CANADA
Before addressing your letter to the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, please read the document entitled Selection Criteria for entering into negotiations or renegotiations for an audiovisual coproduction treaty with Canada, available here.
