Application Forms


Please include the following completed and signed documents all in one email to FilmOffice@richmond.ca. Email packages should include:

  • Completed and signed Film Application and Hold Harmless Agreement;
  • Proof of General Liability Insurance in the amount of $5 million (minimum) with the City of Richmond named as additional insured;
  • Special Effects, Fire Hydrant and Richmond Police Request Form, as applicable; and
  • Street parking maps, Traffic Management Plans, site maps and draft notification letters, as applicable.
Filming Application Form and Hold Harmless Agreement

For all Filming Requests, complete and submit this form (includes hold harmless agreement and guidelines) to the Richmond Film Office.

Filming Application Form and Hold Harmless Agreement

Student Filming Application Form

Complete and submit this form to the Richmond Film Office.
Student Filming Application Form

Business Licence Application

A Richmond Business Licence may be required for filming activity. Applying for a business licence is now online. Please create a MyRichmond account and follow the guidelines. Once you have submitted the application, please let the Film Office know and we will connect with the Business Licencing team for processing. 
How to Apply for a Business Licence

Fire Hydrant Use If you require the use of a city fire hydrant, complete and submit this form to the Richmond Film Office.
Application for Use of City Fire Hydrant

 

Special Effects Permit If you are using special effects, fire, explosives and pyrotechnics complete and submit this form along with the required supporting documents to the Richmond Film Office. Richmond Fire-Rescue Pyrotechnic Special Effects Permit Application Form
RCMP Booking If you require RCMP assistance including vehicles, complete and submit this form to the Richmond Film Office.
Richmond Police Request Form

 

Electrical Permit You may require an electrical permit. Electrical Permits are issued by Technical Safety BC. Please visit their website for forms and information: www.technicalsafetybc.ca

Additional Information

  • A copy of the notice to merchants and residents must be forwarded to the Richmond Film Office for approval prior to distribution, notices must include the Richmond Film Office as an alternate contact person.
  • A parking plan and site maps for crew and work vehicles must be submitted to the Richmond Film Office for approval prior to approval being distributed.
  • Late cancellation or changes of service requested may be subject to cancellation charges.

Please see the Richmond Filming Guidelines for more information.