2026 SHORT FILM VENTURE PROGRAM

Important Dates:  

Application Deadline: July 3, 2026

Short-list: July 24, 2026                            

Revised script: August 21, 2026

Recipient notification date: August 28, 2026

Completion date: March 31, 2027 (Recipients can formally ask the Film Co-op ED for an extention to shoot their film later than March 31, 2027).

What is the Short Film Venture Program?

The Short Film Venture Program (SFVP) assists emerging New Brunswick filmmakers who have a serious interest in establishing a career in filmmaking and in producing a “calling card” film.

If you are an emerging filmmaker, one of the ways to make a name for yourself is with a great short film; one that will highlight your talent, be seen and prove to people that you have what it takes.

If you are selected, you will have the chance to train with some of New Brunswick’s well-known filmmakers. In addition, your film could be chosen to showcase, with a premiere screening at a New Brunswick Film Festival.

Please contact NB Film Co-op Executive Director Tony Merzetti at: info@nbfilmcoop.com for all inquiries.

Note: Scripts over ten minutes will automatically be disqualified for jury consideration. Filmmakers that make substantially longer films with the grant may not receive their full funding. 

• Applications are due on July 3, 2026. No exceptions.

• The New Brunswick Filmmakers’ Co-operative is charged with administering the program and will be the contact to submit update reports and to receive grant drawdowns during the process. The recipient can submit their final project and financial and written report at any time over the next year and request the second instalment of their grant. See deliverables in guidelines and frequently asked questions section.

• On March 31, all deliverables of the project will be due although extensions can be requested. This includes a copy of the finished film