Festival travel costs can add up quickly. Flights, hotels, and accreditation fees are expensive—especially for independent producers. The New Brunswick Film Promotional Travel Assistance program helps by covering part of your travel expenses when your film is officially selected or invited to screen at a recognized event.
This funding helps New Brunswick filmmakers promote their work outside the province. It also supports building industry connections. These connections can lead to future sales and distribution.
The official program name is Film — Promotional Travel Assistance. It is delivered by the Government of New Brunswick through the Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture.
You can receive:
Eligible expenses must be directly related to attending an approved film screening, competition, or festival where your project is officially invited or selected.
Covered expenses usually include:
Personal tourism, unapproved events, or costs not connected to promotion are not eligible.
To qualify for New Brunswick Film Promotional Travel Assistance, you must:
Both domestic and international travel may be eligible, as long as the event supports the promotion of your film and has been formally approved.
Yes. This program provides repayable assistance, not a non-repayable grant. Make sure you check the repayment terms before you accept the money, so you understand your obligations.
The application process is simple, but you must include all the right documents.
Confirm Your Invitation
Prepare Your Travel Budget
Complete the Application
Wait for Approval Before Travelling
GrantHub’s eligibility matcher can help you check if this and other film funding programs fit your business profile.
You must include an email or public announcement confirming your film’s selection. Applications without proof will not be approved.
Do not include meals, personal travel days, or non-promotional activities in your budget. These expenses are not covered and can delay your application.
This is not a grant—you must repay the assistance. Plan for repayment in your project budget.
Late or incomplete applications may miss funding windows or event dates. Apply early to avoid disappointment.
Q: How much funding can I receive?
You can receive up to $2,000, covering a maximum of 50% of eligible travel expenses.
Q: Do I need an official festival invitation to apply?
Yes. Proof of official selection or invitation is required with your application.
Q: Can I use this program for travel outside New Brunswick?
Yes. Travel inside or outside the province may be eligible if tied to an approved event.
Q: What types of producers are eligible?
Only New Brunswick–based film producers are eligible for this program.
Q: Is the funding taxable income?
Tax treatment depends on your business structure. Check with your accountant to avoid surprises.
If you are planning for wider promotion or distribution, you may also want to explore:
These programs can sometimes work alongside travel support like the New Brunswick Film Promotional Travel Assistance program.
Getting your film seen is important. Review all requirements early, gather your documents, and plan your budget carefully. Festival travel is only one part of your financing plan. Before booking your next festival trip, check which funding options can help cover the cost and support your long-term distribution strategy. GrantHub tracks hundreds of active grant and funding programs across Canada, including film, media, and cultural funding—so you can see which ones match your production, location, and growth stage.
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