Saskatchewan Film Grant

What Is Saskatchewan's Film Production Grant?

Saskatchewan offers film production grants through Creative Saskatchewan, providing 25-40% of eligible production costs depending on the production stream. Unlike tax credits, Saskatchewan's program operates as a direct grant, providing faster access to funds.

How Much Can You Receive?

Saskatchewan Stream

Productions with a Saskatchewan-based producer can access the Saskatchewan Stream, which provides grants of up to 40% of eligible Saskatchewan costs. This stream is designed for productions that are developed and controlled from within the province.

Service Stream

International and out-of-province productions filming in Saskatchewan can access the Service Stream, providing 25-35% of eligible Saskatchewan expenditure.

• Saskatchewan Stream: Up to 40% of eligible costs
• Service Stream: 25-35% of eligible costs
• Minimum spend: CAD 100,000
• Payment: Direct grant (not a tax credit)

What Productions Are Eligible?

• Feature films and television series
• Documentaries and animation
• Web series with qualifying budgets
• Must incur at least CAD 100,000 in eligible Saskatchewan costs

How Do You Apply for Saskatchewan's Grant?

Applications are submitted to Creative Saskatchewan before production begins. The process involves a project registration, budget review, and approval by Creative Saskatchewan's assessment committee. Grants are paid in installments: a portion upon commencement of principal photography and the balance after the production is completed and costs verified.

Why Productions Choose Saskatchewan

Wide-open prairie landscapes. Vast, flat prairie terrain provides unique visual backdrops that are difficult to find elsewhere.

Northern wilderness. Boreal forest, lakes, and subarctic terrain in northern Saskatchewan.

Cost efficiency. Lower cost of living and competitive local rates compared to Toronto and Vancouver.

Direct grant model. Grant payments provide faster cash flow than tax credit refund cycles.

Saskatchewan Film Grant: Key Facts

• Saskatchewan Stream: Up to 40%
• Service Stream: 25-35%
• Minimum spend: CAD 100,000
• Credit type: Direct production grant
• Film office: Creative Saskatchewan
• Official resource: Creative Saskatchewan