The Alter-Ciné Foundation was created in memory of Canadian filmmaker, Yvan Patry, who passed away on October 14, 1999. Patry co-founded the production company Alter Ciné and directed numerous documentaries and current affairs programs in Africa, Latin America, and Asia. His key concept was that "…documentaries should go against the tide. They should bear witness and spur us to action." Every year, the Foundation awards a grant of 10.000 Canadian dollars and a few 5.000 Canadian dollars grants to some filmmakers to assist in producing a documentary project. The grant is aimed at young video and filmmakers born and living in Africa, Asia, or Latin America who want to direct a film in the language of their choice that respects the aims of the Foundation.

$3,600 or $7,300

To apply, the video/filmmaker must present two support letters from partners, NGOs, groups or associations supporting the project as well a previous documentary film for reference.

Only applications received before August 15 of each year will be accepted. Candidates will be informed of the Selection Committee's decisions before December 31 of each year.

The Alter-Ciné Foundation was created in memory of Canadian filmmaker, Yvan Patry, who passed away on October 14, 1999. Patry co-founded the production company Alter Ciné and directed numerous documentaries and current affairs programs in Africa, Latin America, and Asia. His key concept was that "…documentaries should go against the tide. They should bear witness and spur us to action." Every year, the Foundation awards a grant of 10.000 Canadian dollars and a few 5.000 Canadian dollars grants to some filmmakers to assist in producing a documentary project. The grant is aimed at young video and filmmakers born and living in Africa, Asia, or Latin America who want to direct a film in the language of their choice that respects the aims of the Foundation.