Apply for a Film Permit

A valid film permit is required for all film activities that will take place in Hamilton, either in-studio or on location, on both public and private property. A film permit is not required for current affairs, press conferences, news casts, street interviews or filming for personal purposes.

Contact the Film Office

The Hamilton Film Office is the go-to resource for planning a successful shoot. Our team can explain the Film Guidelines which apply to your shoot, provide logistical support, location consultation and help guide you through the permit application process. If filming will take place on City property, we will connect you to the appropriate on-site staff and prepare license agreements. Our goal is to minimize the impacts of filming activities on our community as much as possible and will help you create plan to avoid and resolve concerns. We are committed to helping you bring your vision to life.

Apply for your Film Permit

Film permit applications and production registration must be submitted through the online portal.

Submit Permit Applications & Production Registrations 

You must complete all mandatory fields within the application to be able to submit it for review. Once the application is reviewed by the Film Office, any questions, feedback, or necessary revisions will be communicated to you through Eproval. You will receive an email notification anytime there is a comment, change, or update to your application. 

Once an application is submitted, no changes can be made by the applicant. If your application requires revisions, such as a date change or additional parking, contact the Film Office to “unlock” your application to allow for revisions.

Road Closures

If filming will include a road closure, submit a temporary road closure application at least ten business days before the date of the closure. The Film Office must have an approved film permit application on file ahead of submitting a temporary road closure application. 

Notify the Hamilton Police Service’s Paid Duty Office of any dangerous filming activities, use of weapons or first responder equipment as props, or to book Paid Duty officers.

Pay for your Film Permit

Staff will notify you when your permit has been approved and is ready for payment. The Hamilton Film Office has moved to a contactless permitting process. Permits and associated fees can be paid by credit card over the phone 905-546-4233.