Serving Shaid (April Johnson) Throughout the year, ISO will post industry, professional, and market development opportunities and initiatives developed through collaborative partnerships.
Accepting Applications
Native Filmmakers Lab in partnership with Sundance Institute
Filmmakers and episodic creators
- Description
- The lab focuses on the specific development of storytellers from Native and Indigenous backgrounds, encompassing feature film and episodic work.
- Opening Date
- Closing Date
Director Fellowship Registry in partnership with the Directors Guild of Canada
For mid-level to established Indigenous directors.
- Description
- This program is internally assessed and is designed to connect the Director Fellow with a Director Mentor and a Production. Applications will be reviewed as fellowship positions become available.
- Opening Date
- Closing Date
- Accepting submissions on a rolling basis.
Cinespace Technician Roster
For Indigenous screen-based creators.
- Description
- The Indigenous Screen Office is a proud partner of the newly launched CineCares Training Program by Cinespace Studios Toronto for crew roles.
- Opening Date
- Closing Date
- Accepting submissions on a rolling basis based on available productions.
No programs currently accepting applications match the selected criteria.
Closed and Upcoming Programs
CBC-APTN Early Stage Scripted Development Program for Indigenous Creators in association with the ISO
For Indigenous screen-based creatives.
- Description
- Indigenous project and professional development for creators.
- Opening Date
- Closing Date
Legal Clinic for Indigenous Storytellers
Indigenous storytellers
- Description
- Free legal clinics for those who have questions around IP, chain of title, contracts and agreements etc.
- Opening Date
- Closing Date
Call for Indigenous Producers for ISO Delegation to Content London
For Indigenous mid- to senior-level producers working in drama series, factual series and kids content.
- Description
- Apply for participation in a delegation of Indigenous producers at one of the top global industry events, Content London, UK.
- Opening Date
- Closing Date
No upcoming or recently closed programs match the selected criteria.
Application Assistance
If you have any accommodation needs or barriers to access including but not limited to:
- disability need
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