Telefilm's support is provided for the production of a prototype, the drafting of the final version of a storyboard, and the development of a marketing strategy. Telefilm will determine its participation based on the characteristics and merits of each project. Items to be submitted with the application are listed in the summary table at the end of section IV of these guidelines. Items which must be submitted with the application for production or marketing assistance are listed in the summary table at the end of section IV of these guidelines. As well, cost reports must be submitted during the course of production and an audited final cost report will be required upon completion of the production.
Telefilm expects to be repaid on loans for production and marketing.
Therefore, in addition to analyzing the merits of the project, Telefilm will evaluate the applicant company's ability to repay the loan. Recognizing that some applicants will be unable to fulfil the Fund's corporate financial analysis criteria, or demonstrate on a corporate level their ability to repay their loan, Telefilm has created an envelope for assistance to production and marketing projects by these companies. The company must provide Telefilm with semi-annual distribution reports for the project. Telefilm may carry out the evaluation with the help of specialized external analysts. Default situation Telefilm requires that companies receiving assistance respect their contractual commitments fully and at all times.