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MFM's monthly look at what is happening in Manitoba's film and music industries

Due to high demand, Manitoba Film & Music (MFM) has had to close our Promote and Perform funding programs to MFM-funded out-of-province recording artists.

Musicians and producers have until September 18, 2025, at 5 p.m. CT to submit applications to MFM’s music recording programs. This includes Produce Demo, Produce Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Produce—Out-of-Province Artist programs. 

Due to unprecedented demand on our film production funds, Manitoba Film & Music is no longer accepting applications to the Feature Film Production Fund and the Television and Web-Based Production Fund.

Manitoba Film & Music is pleased to announce the appointment of Steven Foster as the new Director, Film Commission Services & Industry Development effective July 2, 2025.

The Canada Media Fund (CMF) has announced its 2025/2026 guidelines for the Predevelopment Program to support eligible projects at the beginning of a project’s creative process.

Manitoba Film & Music (MFM) is pleased to announce the following updates to its music programs for the 2025-2026 fiscal year (April 1, 2025-March 31, 2026).

Building a culture of respect in the workplace is fundamental to creating a safer, more equitable music industry for everyone. Deadline to apply is April 7, 2025.

It is with deep sadness that Manitoba Film & Music (MFM) has learned of the passing of Carole Vivier.