Ontario Film and Television Tax Credit
Up to $5,000,000Tax creditOntarioOntario Creates
A refundable tax credit for Ontario-based production companies creating eligible film and television content. Provides a 35% tax credit on qualifying Ontario labour expenditures for productions with Canadian content and key creative positions filled by Ontarians. Supports the growth of Ontario film, television, and animation industry.
Deadlines
- Intake type: Rolling — apply any time
- Typical processing time: 4-8 weeks
What you'll need
CAVCO Certification
Obtain or apply for Canadian Audio-Visual Certification Office (CAVCO) certification for your production.
Ontario Labour Expenditure Records
Compile detailed records of Ontario labour expenditures eligible for the tax credit.
Ontario Creates Application
File the OFTTC application with Ontario Creates before the corporate tax return deadline.
Official program page · Details verified Mar 26, 2026
Related funding
- Alberta Film and Television Tax Credit — Alberta, up to $10,000,000
- Film Incentive BC (FIBC) Production Tax Credit — British Columbia, up to $10,000,000
- Alberta Media Fund - Film, Television and Interactive Digital Media — Alberta, up to $500,000
- BC Production Services Tax Credit — British Columbia, up to Up to 28% of BC labour
- NL Film Development Corporation Production Fund — Newfoundland & Labrador, up to $200,000
- NWT Production Fund — Northwest Territories, up to $75,000