There are several grant and support incentives within the province for Saskatchewan’s creative entrepreneurs. Looking into the 2026 calendar year, it is important that filmmakers take note of programs they might qualify for, along with their opening and closing dates.
Creative Saskatchewan, as the province’s Film Commission, offers: Location Scouting Support Program; Production Directory which includes the province’s labour and talent; John Hopkins Regina Soundstage rental, and much more.
Creative Saskatchewan offers several funding programs for film and television, from full-length feature films to music videos and everything in between. Projects that have received funding from SK Arts or Sask Culture for the same activity, are not eligible. Review Creative Saskatchewan Feature Film & TV incentives when a production can apply for up to 40% of budget.
Feature Film & TV Production Grant is on continuous intake until funding is exhausted. This grant provides financial support to eligible applicants for feature film and television productions that have secured a relevant market trigger or distribution agreement of fair market value.
There are two investment streams:
Saskatchewan Stream where eligible applicants may apply for financial support equal to a maximum of 30% of all eligible Saskatchewan expenditures. There are additional bonus incentives that could bring their maximum benefit to 40%.
Service Stream where eligible applicants may apply for 25% of all eligible Saskatchewan expenditures.
The Filmmaker’s Grant program supports emerging Saskatchewan filmmakers with mentorship and production funds to produce content under ten minutes intended to build the filmmakers’ professional portfolio. Upcoming deadline is January 21, 2026.
Watch for announcement dates for other programs including: Film & TV Development; SaskTel Max Equity Fund; Market & Export Development Grant, Travel Grant; to open in the 2026-27 fiscal year. Creative Saskatchewan’s updated funding programs and eligibility details, along with application windows can be found on their website.
SK ARTS provides funding and support to the arts for the benefit of all people in Saskatchewan.
SK ARTS Independent Artists program supports Saskatchewan artists to pursue their creative work and careers by funding creative, professional development, or research projects, and the production and/or presentation of artistic works. There are two deadlines each year, March 15 and October 1.
SK ARTS Micro-Grant Program provides support to professional artists including media arts. Deadline for applications is the first day of each month with maximum funding available in a 12-month period is $1,000 for individual artists.
Saskatchewan Filmpool Cooperative provides their members with training, tools and equipment to help them make films. Check out their equipment rental list and learn more about membership options.
