Situated in historic downtown St. John’s, The Newfoundland Independent Filmmakers Co-Operative (NIFCO) is an association of independent filmmakers. Members originate and execute film projects using NIFCO equipment and facilities. There is a strong emphasis on sharing experiences and providing assistance to first time filmmakers.

In addition to these primary objectives, NIFCO also:

• Sponsors research projects and publications dealing with film in the province;
• Brings to local audiences a refreshing view of independent film by artists from other areas;
• Assists members to obtain production financing for their films;
• Works with other artists and arts groups and institutions to encourage the development of indigenous cultural expression;
• Co-operates with other groups and institutions to encourage the development of film as an art and a cultural industry in Newfoundland and Labrador;
• Provides a meeting space for filmmakers and media artists.

See our About page for more information.

Funding for NIFCO core programs is provided by:

• The Canada Council for the Arts
• National Film Board of Canada
• Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council
• The Department of Tourism Culture and Recreation,

The Cultural Economic Development Program

• Telefilm Canada
• Revenue from equipment rentals

We also receive assistance from:

• Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
• Canada-Newfoundland Comprehensive Economic Development Agreement
• Human Resources Development Canada
• Department of Canadian Heritage - Cultural Spaces Canada
• Newfoundland and Labrador Film Development Corporation
• Department of Development and Rural Renewal
• The Department of Innovation Trade & Rural Development
• Deluxe/The Lab
• Creative Post Inc.
• FUJIFILM Canada
• Kodak Canada