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Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage
Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling
Odds
Formula-based, not competitive
Effort
1–3 days
Can you get this?
✓Must have permanent establishment in Nova Scotia
✓Must be primarily engaged in film/video production
✓Minimum Nova Scotia spend of $25,000 before HST
✓Application must be submitted before principal photography
✓Nova Scotia residents must fill required HOD positions
Your real odds
This is an ongoing incentive fund, and eligible productions receive funding based on a formula rather than a selection committee.
As long as you meet the eligibility criteria and apply before principal photography begins, you are assessed on qualifying costs rather than competing against other applicants for a limited pool.
What it takes
Review the Guidelines, Checklist, and Eligible Costs Worksheet to confirm eligibility and estimate your funding1–3 days
Gather all submission materials (statutory declarations, training plans, residency forms, etc.) and complete the online application1–2 weeks
Submit online with the $287.50 non-refundable application fee before principal photography beginsBefore shoot start
After production wraps, submit the Claim Form and final cost documentation to filmclaims@novascotia.caPost-production
Worth knowing
You can stack multiple incentive bonuses: 2% for rural or non-metropolitan principal photography, 1% for shoots over 30 days in Nova Scotia, up to 3% for Nova Scotia content, and up to 10% extra for filming in distant locations, which means your total incentive can push well above the 26% base rate.
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