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Nova Scotia's Film & Television Production Incentive Fund is bankable and uncapped by program budget — when over-committed, funding is increased so no eligible projects are turned away. US service productions qualify for Stream II at 25% of eligible NS spend. (Stream I at 26% requires ≥50% NS ownership.) Bonuses for rural filming, extended shoots, and distant locations can add up to ~10% more.
Yes — 'Post Only' is an explicitly eligible production type under the fund. Standalone post-production projects can apply.
$25,000 minimum eligible NS spend (before HST). Per-project cap of $10M.
No separate VFX bonus. Post-production costs count toward the all-spend 25–26% base rate. Additional 1.5–3% incentive available if 75% of post-production is carried out in NS.
Nova Scotia's fund is bankable — meaning it can be used as collateral for production financing. This is a significant advantage for cash flow. The $10M project cap accommodates most mid-size productions. Apply before start of principal photography.
Last updated: April 2026. Always confirm current rates with the provincial film commission before budgeting.
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