Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: With which countries has Canada signed a coproduction treaty?
- Q: Do these treaties cover both television and film productions?
- Q: How do I get a production certified as an official coproduction?
- Q: Why should I obtain coproduction certification?
- Q: When should I apply?
- Q: How can a country sign a coproduction treaty with Canada?
Q: With which countries has Canada signed a coproduction treaty?
Canada has coproduction agreements with 53 partners. For a complete list of those agreements and official text of those treaties please consult Telefilm Canada's Web site
Q: Do these treaties cover both television and film productions?
Some treaties cover both television and film productions, and some cover only television or film. For a complete list of countries and official text of treaties please refer to Telefilm Canada's Web site
Q: How do I get a production certified as an official 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 coproduction certification?
In Canada, the granting of national status to film and television productions recognized as official 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 a coproduction treaty with Canada?
The Minister of Canadian Heritage 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 an agreement must first express its intentions, in writing, to:
Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
15 Eddy Street
Gatineau, Quebec
K1A 0M5
CANADA
Please note: The suspension on the negotiations of new coproduction treaties remains effective until the completion of the implementation of Canada’s Policy on Audiovisual Treaty Coproduction (www.pch.gc.ca/coproductionconsultation).