The IP Fund – Interactive Content stream supports Pre-Production and Production phases for video games and XR content.

DEADLINES

April 7, 2025 – 5:00 PM ET

September 15, 2025 – 5:00 PM ET

FUNDING AVAILABLE

Successful applicants are eligible to receive a non-refundable contribution of up to 50% of eligible Ontario expenses as follows:

Pre-Production

• $15,000 - minimum request
• $50,000 - maximum request

Production

• $50,000 - minimum request
• $250,000 to $500,000 - maximum request (variable and dependent on the applicant’s track record)

GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION FORMS

Full eligibility requirements and details can be found in the IP Fund – Interactive Content Guidelines. Read the guidelines completely prior to commencing your application. Ontario Creates reserves the right to revise Guidelines and Application Forms. Please ensure that you have the current versions before preparing your documentation.

IP Fund - Interactive Content Guidelines

Ontario Creates Program Policies

Application Form/Online Application Portal

IP Fund – Interactive Content Budget and Financing Guidelines and Template

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Applications must be submitted via the Ontario Creates Online Application Portal (OAP).
• Applicants are strongly encouraged to start the application process well in advance of the deadline in case technical support is required.
• Prior to starting an application, your company’s corporate information must be registered with the OAP. If your company is not registered, visit https://apply.ontariocreates.ca and select “Register”. If your company is registered, the Ontario Creates IP Fund deadline will appear in your dashboard.
• To start an application, select “Start New Application” and follow the directions to access the application form.
• If you encounter problems setting up your company’s corporate information, email applyhelp@ontariocreates.ca for assistance. This email address can also be used for any technical questions about the OAP.

INFORMATION SESSIONS

We encourage interested applicants to attend an Information Session. Complete the online registration form by 5:00 pm ET on the day before to the Information Session.

Interactive Content Stream (video games, XR content)

If you are interested in attending an Ontario Creates Information Session in French, send a request to ipfund@ontariocreates.ca. Arrangements will be made to schedule an additional session on an alternate date.

If you are interested in participating in an Ontario Creates Information Session and have accessibility needs, please contact us at ipfund@ontariocreates.ca.

Attending an Information Session is not a substitute for reading the Program Guidelines.

CONTACT US

Companies are encouraged to contact Ontario Creates with their questions. Ontario Creates staff will be available for online and phone consultations until two weeks prior to the deadline. After this date, applicants may send questions by email, but we cannot guarantee a response.

Program Coordinator, Industry Development
Email: ipfund@ontariocreates.ca

Online Application Portal (OAP) support email: applyhelp@ontariocreates.ca

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