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Manitoba offers two credit streams — productions choose the one that yields the best return. The Cost-of-Salaries stream provides 45% of eligible Manitoba labour with bonuses up to 65%. The Cost-of-Production stream offers 30% of all eligible spend (up to 38% with MB producer bonus). Both require at least 25% of T4 salaries be paid to Manitoba residents.
Partially — VFX costs qualify under the Salary Stream for labour performed in Manitoba. The production must still meet the 25% Manitoba T4 residency requirement.
No minimum spend threshold. No per-project cap on credits.
VFX labour qualifies under the 45% Salary Stream base rate, with potential bonuses up to 65%. No separate DAVE-style bonus — the high base rate already exceeds most provinces.
While Manitoba doesn't have the VFX studio density of BC or Québec, the 45% base labour rate is among Canada's highest. The Frequent Filming bonus (+10%) rewards returning producers. Choose Salary OR Production stream — cannot combine.
Last updated: April 2026. Always confirm current rates with the provincial film commission before budgeting.
I'll model the credits for your specific project — spend mix, schedule, and post-production — in a 20-minute call.
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