The Short-Form Digital Series Production Program documents will be published in early 2025.

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The Short-Form Digital Series Program is a selective Program that supports Canadian producers/creators by funding short-form original series for online distribution, specifically the production of fiction (drama, comedy, and children’s and youth programming) and non-fiction (documentary and lifestyle/factual programming).

Financing is limited to any two seasons of a series, and projects must be released on an eligible platform available to Canadians. Please see the Short Form Digital Series Production Program Guidelines for more details.

Important Dates

Application Portal Opens	July 29, 2025
Deadline : Application Portal Closes	August 26, 2025 (7 PM ET)

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General Program Information

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Application Clinics

For those ready to apply but need help (required for first-time applicants)

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Market Interest

Digital Platforms and Channels

In order to be eligible, applications must include a commitment from an eligible Digital Platform (also known as a channel). A digital platform or channel may possibly be considered eligible whether they are Canadian or foreign-owned provided that it meets the criteria outlined in the Program Guidelines and completes a Digital Platform Support Form.

Coming early 2025 - Guidelines, Policies and Application Components

Short-Form Digital Series Program

Please review and use the documentation that will be updated in 2025

Self-Identification Data Collection To further the commitments established in the Bell Fund ’s guiding principles, measure progress, and align with other funders, Bell Fund is collecting information related to identity and representation from individuals associated with applications to its programs. Please refer to the Self-Identification Data Collection Process webpage to learn about Bell Fund’s updated process. The updated process, including the use of the Self-Identification Data Collection Portal, applies to the June 18, 2024 deadline of the Short-Form Digital Series Program.

Audience Development Audience Development is important to the success of any Project. The Bell Fund provides additional funding for projects selected for Short-Form Digital Series Production funding.

Reports

Short-Form Digital Series Program

Cost Report Template

Cost Report Template - Discoverability

E&O Review Procedure Form

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Accessibility Support

The Bell Fund welcomes applications from people with disabilities, people who are deaf, and people who have barriers to accessing technology. Support for application assistance is also available to First Nations, Inuit or Métis applicants facing language, geographic and/or cultural barriers.

Upon request, the Bell Fund may commit funds of up to $500 towards service providers to assist with the preparation of an application to Bell Fund Programs.