New Brunswick Film Tax Credit
Up to No cap (percentage of eligible labour costs)Tax creditNew BrunswickCreative New Brunswick
Refundable tax credit for eligible New Brunswick film and television production expenditures. Provides a base credit of 30% on eligible labour costs incurred in New Brunswick, with additional bonuses for productions utilizing New Brunswick locations and talent. Encourages screen industry growth in the province.
Deadlines
- Intake type: Rolling — apply any time
- Typical processing time: 8–12 weeks
What you'll need
Canadian Content Certification
Production must qualify as Canadian content under CAVCO or CRTC guidelines
New Brunswick Labour Records
Detailed records of all New Brunswick labour expenditures claimed for the tax credit
Pre-Production Approval
Submit pre-approval application before commencing principal photography
Official program page · Details verified Mar 26, 2026
Related funding
- Saskatchewan Film Employment Tax Credit — Saskatchewan, up to No cap (percentage of eligible labour costs)
- artsnb - New Brunswick Arts Board Project Grants — New Brunswick, up to $20,000
- Atlantic Fisheries Fund - New Brunswick — New Brunswick, up to $250,000
- BC Production Services Tax Credit — British Columbia, up to Up to 28% of BC labour
- Business New Brunswick Export Accelerator Program — New Brunswick, up to $50,000
- Film Nova Scotia Production Financing Program — Nova Scotia, up to $750,000