Film Incentive BC (FIBC) Production Tax Credit
Refundable tax credit for BC-based film and television productions. Provides a base credit on eligible BC labour expenditures plus regional bonuses for productions outside the Vancouver area. Productions must be Canadian content or have significant BC creative control. Administered by Creative BC on behalf of the province.
Deadlines
- Intake type: Rolling — apply any time
- Typical processing time: 12-16 weeks
What you'll need
Production Registration
Register the production with Creative BC and obtain a registration number before principal photography begins.
BC Labour Expenditure Report
Detailed breakdown of all eligible BC labour expenditures including payroll records and T4 summaries.
Canadian Content Certification
CAVCO certification or Creative BC confirmation of Canadian content eligibility for the production.
Official program page · Details verified Mar 26, 2026
Related funding
- Alberta Film and Television Tax Credit — Alberta, up to $10,000,000
- Ontario Film and Television Tax Credit — Ontario, up to $5,000,000
- BC Production Services Tax Credit — British Columbia, up to Up to 28% of BC labour
- Alberta Media Fund - Film, Television and Interactive Digital Media — Alberta, up to $500,000
- NL Film Development Corporation Production Fund — Newfoundland & Labrador, up to $200,000
- NWT Production Fund — Northwest Territories, up to $75,000