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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
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Latest News
THE INDIGENOUS SCREEN OFFICE EXPANDS ITS FOOTPRINT AT TIFF:THE MARKET AND CELEBRATES INDIGENOUS FILMMAKERS FROM CANADA AND BEYOND AT THE FESTIVAL
Posted on: — The ISO invested a combined total of 2.7M in eight Indigenous films having their World Premiere at TIFF, spotlighting emerging and established filmmakers Toronto, ON, September 3, 2026 — The…
Read moreISO 2025–26 Annual Report Highlights Historic Growth and Economic Impact of Indigenous Screen Sector
Posted on: — Toronto (Tkaronto), August 20, 2026 – The Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) is pleased to release its 2025–26 Annual Report, marking a year of historical growth for the organization and continued…
Read moreIndigenous Screen Office and Paramount Launch New Rewrite Lab to Advance Indigenous Screen Stories
Posted on: — Toronto (Tkaronto), June 15, 2026 – The Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) is pleased to launch its first-ever professional development program dedicated to Indigenous screenwriters, in partnership with Paramount. The ISO…
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Storytellers Podcast
The Storytellers Podcast is created exclusively for the Indigenous Screen Office by Kim Wheeler.
