The Learning Fund provides opportunities for those in screen-based industries to obtain training at a professional level. The fund is open to production companies or individuals at all levels of experience. Practices can take various forms, such as specifically designed film camps, coordinated lecture series, online courses, independent studies etc. Applicants can be individuals who are seeking opportunities for themselves, and companies looking to improve the professional development of their employees.

An individual applicant must:

• Be a resident of Nunavut

(or)

• Be a Nunavut based production company pursuant to the laws of the Territory of Nunavut or Canada whose primary activity is developing and producing screenbased content;
• Demonstrate the ability to plan and implement a successful experience.

***Workshop trainers/mentors must have a strong resume in the field for which they are providing training and/or mentorship and be recognized in the industry, either nationally or internationally, as an expert in the field.

NFDC Contribution/Reporting

An individual will receive up to $5,000 to complete their education/experience. An organization, production company will receive up to $10,000 or 75% of the cost, whichever is less.

The funds will be dispersed as follows:

an initial advance of 75% will be paid upon execution of a Contribution Agreement a final advance of 25% will be paid upon receipt and acceptance of the following:

• detailed report on all activities,
• number of participants and their evaluation of the event
• final accounting of costs and the corresponding financing structure
• copies of work completed (if applicable)
• Economic Impact Report