Q: I’m looking for Canadian content (CanCon) for my production. Does your content qualify as a Canadian film buy?
A: Yes. At canadastockfootage.com our content is 100% Canadian Guaranteed. If you’re looking for authentic Canadian urban or rural scenes and topics, we’ve got you covered. No more wondering if that maple tree you’re looking at, was it shot in Vermont or Ontario. The answer: you’re looking at 100% Pure Ontario goodness.
Q: If I have questions about the location, frame rate or type of camera used in a stock video shot, how do i get that info? Do you have the original files available?
A: Because canadastockfootage.com is filmmaker-owned and operated we know everything about every shot in the collection. And yes, the source files are always available, as well as DJI D-Log files for our drone shots.
Q: Does stock footage from canadastockfootage.com get used by professionals?
A: Yes, with over 20,000 Licenses sold since we started shooting in 2008. Clients like Visa, Bell Canada, and Amazon are just some of the clients who have worked to meet their marketing goals with our videos.
Q: Is your content AI free?
A: Yes. In an online world that’s increasingly prone to disinformation, we take pride in shooting authentic content. We don’t believe in selling videos that have been dreamed up by an AI prompt.
Our motto is: "We only shoot reel footage of real things in the real world."
Q: Is your stock footage fully cleared and legally safe to use?
A: At canadastockfootage.com, we believe in safety first when it comes to ensuring our work is fully rights cleared. All our commercial content is logo-free, and model and property released. And because we shot the content, we own the copyright. Sleep soundly knowing you won't be getting a surprise legal letter, because we've done the legal paperwork dance on our end.
Q: Can I get a refund if I decide I don’t want the footage I bought?
A: Yes, we’re happy to offer a no-hassle 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee. We’re pretty sure you’ll love our content, but just in case you don’t, we'll happily return your money.
Q: Where can I get drone footage shot professionally in Toronto? Where can I get video editing or colour correction done? Where can I get photoshop work done?
A: We're more than just a stock footage library. We’re also drone pilots, videographers, photographers and editors. Need drone footage? Professional video? Colour tweaks? Photoshop wizardry? We love to work on creative photo and video projects. Think of us as your one-stop creative video shop in the Greater Toronto Area. Contact us here or call anytime at 416-873-5683 if you need help.
Q: What have past customers said about canadastockfootage.com?
A: One of our favourite testimonials is from a client who said that our “Stock footage doesn't look like stock stock footage”. Not only do we pride ourselves on shooting pro video, but we also only upload our best work.
Q: Can I get exclusive rights to a stock video?
A: Yes! With our Exclusive Buy-Out Option you can ensure that no-one else will be able to buy a video clip for a certain period of time. Our buy-out option is for when you want a clip all for yourself. Click the buy-out button on any exclusive clip, fill out the form and we’ll respond within 24 hours.
Q: I’d like to test a stock video in my project before purchasing. Am I able to download a free, lo-res preview version before purchase?
A: Definitely. You can download a low-res version of any clip by clicking the download preview button on any product page. Its a great way to test a clip in a project before buying it.
If you have any others questions check the FAQs, or if you need further help you can reach out anytime here or by phone at 416-873-5683.
Rob Howard is the author of this article and the founder of canadastockfootage.com. Rob has had work featured on CBC’s coverage of the 2024 Olympics in Paris, and in ads for VISA, Amazon, Bell Canada and McDonalds. His goal is to help filmmakers, advertisers and companies connect with audiences through storytelling with video.
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