Edition: Three-Part Docuseries 2026

Time commitment

The STORYHIVE Three-Part Docuseries Edition begins in September 2026 and ends in December 2027. Project Leads must be prepared to allocate an appropriate amount of time to planning, production and delivery to meet all deadlines.

Grant payment dates and amounts

20% ($4,000) after signing your grant agreement (Oct 2026)
60% ($12,000) after delivery of your Bonus Content & Final Draft Treatment (Apr 2027)
10% ($2,000) after delivery of your Main Program Rough Cut (Sep 2027)
10% ($2,000) after delivery of your Main Program (Dec 2027)

Support

The program is largely self-guided, and you will be responsible for much of your own learning. There will be 4 mandatory online content creator sessions that will introduce the basics with respect to working with STORYHIVE, business affairs, creating your Bonus Content and working with your mentor who is an experienced filmmaker and will provide advice and feedback throughout your production. You will also receive a link to the Content Creator Kit, an online document with all of the key information you need for your STORYHIVE journey. And your STORYHIVE Program Manager will support you all along the way.

Bonus Content

During the pre-production phase of your Main Program, you will be creating and delivering 2 interview-based Bonus Content programs. Your Bonus Content offers another way to engage your audience with your project and support your Main Program. For more info on the Bonus Content, see our FAQs.

Distribution

Completed projects are distributed on platforms including TELUS Optik TV On Demand, Stream+, TELUS websites, STORYHIVE.com and other TELUS branded websites or social media platforms including the STORYHIVE YouTube channel. If you wish to launch your project on your own channels or pursue alternate distribution options prior to the official launch date, please contact your STORYHIVE Program Manager. NOTE: Distribution agreements must not conflict with your obligations to TELUS STORYHIVE outlined in your grant agreement.

Copyright

Projects Leads retain the copyright to their projects and are encouraged to submit to festivals and participate in community screenings. The picture lock cut of your project must be reviewed and approved by your STORYHIVE Program Manager prior to any screenings, festival submissions or distribution.