Hot Docs Blue Ice Group Documentary Fund
Hot Docs / Blue Ice Group
Any
Canada
Hot Docs is Canada's premier documentary festival and administers the Blue Ice Group Documentary Fund supporting Canadian and African documentary filmmakers. The fund provides development grants of up to CAD $15,000 for documentary projects that explore diverse perspectives and stories from the African continent. Hot Docs also administers the Doc Shop Pitch Competition, where filmmakers can win cash prizes and broadcaster interest in front of a live industry audience. The festival's annual attendance of over 200,000 provides exceptional visibility for supported projects and facilitates connections with international broadcasters and distributors.
Canadian and African documentary filmmakers; projects in development or production; strong concept required
- Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
- Prepare all required documents — transcripts, reference letters, personal statement.
- Visit the official provider website using the Apply Now button below.
- Complete and submit the application form before the deadline.
- Keep a copy of your submission confirmation.
