Funding: Comedy Grant

Misdirect: The Nick Nemeroff Comedy Grant is a grant administered by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television that aims to support emerging Canadian stand-up comedians who work within the tradition of the late Nick Nemeroff.

Overview

This program will award a grant of $10,000.00 CAD to a deserving comedian to be used for their next television special, album, or related comedy initiative. In addition to the financial grant, the winning comedian will receive an Academy membership and be considered for participation in Academy-related events.

Misdirect: The Nick Nemeroff Comedy Grant is made possible by the generosity of the Nemeroff family.

Eligibility Guidelines

Applicant Restrictions

• Applicants may submit only one application per intake period.
• Applicants must be 19 years of age or older.
• All eligible applicants are welcome to apply, but priority will be given to those who express a need for financial assistance and/or applicants who do not currently have a television special.

Performer - Requirements

The entered material must be created and performed by a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.

Release Requirements

Comedy projects must be released to the public in accordance with the Offer of Funding agreement signed with the selected grant recipient.

Production Timelines

Applicants are advised to submit applications with production dates occurring sometime in 2024. The tentative release date for the project granted should be in 2024. 

Upcoming Deadlines

For more information visit: Misdirect: The Nick Nemeroff Comedy Grant (academy.ca)