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The ISO champions Indigenous screen-based storytellers and narrative sovereignty in Canada through our funding and advocacy work.
We support Indigenous companies, communities and individuals to share their diverse stories and perspectives across all screen platforms.
Funding Opportunities
ISO supports Indigenous storytelling across ALL screen-based platforms through a number of distinct funding programs.
Upcoming Deadlines
There are no programs currently accepting applications.
Latest News
Indigenous Screen Office welcomes newly appointed Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture
Posted on: — December 2nd, 2025, Toronto (Tkaronto), ON — The Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) welcomes the appointment of Marc Miller as the new Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible…
Read more18 projects to receive over $8M through CMF Indigenous Program
Posted on: — Ohsweken and Toronto, November 12, 2025 — The Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) and the Canada Media Fund (CMF) today announced the production-stage projects selected for funding through the Indigenous Program.…
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APTN, CBC, and the Indigenous Screen Office Announce Selected Projects for 2025-2026 Early Stage Scripted Development Program for Indigenous Creators
Posted on: — Toronto (Tkaronto), Ont., October 21, 2025 – The Indigenous Screen Office is pleased to announce the selected recipients of the APTN/CBC Early Stage Scripted Development Program for Indigenous Creators. Now…
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Storytellers Podcast
The Storytellers Podcast is created exclusively for the Indigenous Screen Office by Kim Wheeler.
