Short Film Fund for Coastal Filmmakers of BC

The Coastal Communities Film Society is excited to announce the Short Film Fund for Coastal Filmmakers of BC, supporting storytelling from small, rural Tier 1 coastal communities across British Columbia. Our mission is to provide access and resources for filmmakers whose voices are often overlooked due to geographic isolation.

Funding

  • Prize: $1,000 CAD toward the production of a short film
  • Supports scripts or proof-of-concept projects
  • Funding is intended to cover production costs for Tier 1 coastal filmmakers

Eligibility

  • Applicants must reside in a Tier 1 coastal community (see Tier 1 community list)
  • Open to all experience levels: emerging or professional filmmakers
  • Based in rural coastal areas with minimal access to filmmaking infrastructure

Submission Requirements

  • Short film script (up to 15 pages) OR proof of concept (video pitch, teaser, visual treatment)
  • Brief filmmaker bio and description of how the project reflects local coastal stories
  • Optional: links to previous work, showreels, or portfolios

Submission Fee

A $10 CAD submission fee helps support our nonprofit operations, including bank fees, research, office supplies, and online subscriptions. Fee waivers are available on request for those unable to pay.

Timeline

  • Applications open: January 1, 2026
  • Submission deadline: January 31, 2026
  • Winner announced: February 20, 2026

Selection Process

Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of industry professionals providing an inkind service to the CCFS. Projects will be judged on creativity, storytelling, feasibility, and alignment with our mission to highlight coastal rural voices. Panel decisions are final.

Panel Experts will be announced January 1, 2026.

How to Apply

Submit via our online form or email to: [email protected]. Include all required materials in a single submission (script or proof of concept + bio). Please ensure file sizes are manageable for slower rural internet connections.

Apply Now – $10 Submission Fee

Contact

For questions or assistance, email: [email protected]