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The ISO champions Indigenous screen-based storytellers and narrative sovereignty in Canada through our funding and advocacy work.
We support Indigenous companies, communities and individuals to share their diverse stories and perspectives across all screen platforms.
Funding Opportunities
ISO supports Indigenous storytelling across ALL screen-based platforms through a number of distinct funding programs.
Upcoming Deadlines
| Funding Programs | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Production program for Features & Series | |
| Marketing, Promotion and Distribution Program | |
| Travel program |
Latest News
ISO and CMF Invest $480K in Three Indigenous Interactive and Immersive Projects
Posted on: — Toronto (Tkaronto) May 13, 2026 – The Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) and the Canada Media Fund (CMF) announce a $480,000.00 combined investment in three projects selected for funding through the…
Read moreIndigenous Screen Office Announces New $500K U.S. Immersive Fund for Indigenous Creators, with Support from Agog
Posted on: — Toronto (Tkaronto), April 23, 2026 – The Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) is pleased to launch its first-ever funding program for Indigenous XR creators in the United States, generously supported by…
Read moreIndigenous Screen Office Allocates $266,000 to Indigenous Podcast Production and Development with Support from YouTube
Posted on: — Toronto (Tkaronto), April 22, 2026 – The Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) is pleased to announce the selection of 16 projects through the third year of its Podcasting Program, allocating a…
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Storytellers Podcast
The Storytellers Podcast is created exclusively for the Indigenous Screen Office by Kim Wheeler.
