Motion Picture

Running since 1999, Crazy8s is an annual 8-day short filmmaking challenge that provides support and funding to 6 emerging and mid-career filmmakers to produce a short film, and provides training

Creative Pathways™, in partnership with Elevate Inclusion Strategies, provides comprehensive professional development programs at no cost to motion picture industry personnel.   Program Structure Participants will deepen their understanding of anti-discrimination principles, recognize and address unconscious bias, and develop cultural awareness essential for today’s diverse production environments. The program equips crew members with practical knowledge of

The annual DOXA Documentary Film Festival is celebrating its 25th edition between April 30-May 10, 2026. Presented by The Documentary Media Society, a Vancouver-based non-profit and charitable society devoted to presenting independent and innovative documentaries to Vancouver audiences, DOXA is a curated and juried festival comprised of public screenings, panel discussions, public forums, and education programs.

The Bleeding Tree International Dark Drama Film Festival 2026 is coming to Creston, BC during May 1–3! Experience three days of bold storytelling, world-class short films, and a lineup of guest speakers, workshops, and industry sessions at the Tivoli Theatre.

Vancouver’s largest 48-hour filmmaking competition returns May 15–17, challenging creators to write, shoot, edit and deliver a completed short film in just two days. With surprise elements revealed at kickoff, the competition pushes teams to think creatively, collaborate effectively and deliver under pressure.

Ryan Coogler's Sinners will be screening at the Park Theatre on June 6th, presented in 70mm. Following the film will be an in-person Q&A with Oscar-nominated VFX supervisor Michael Ralla, VFX producer James Alexander and guests from ILM.

The Kelowna Independent Film Festival (KIFF) is a five-day event with screenings and awards designed to provide opportunities for both local and international filmmakers to showcase their work in the beautiful Okanagan.    

The 37th Sunny Side of the Doc serves as a significant marketplace for international documentary and narrative experiences, enabling distribution and coproduction opportunities worldwide. 

VIYFF offers a diverse array of screenings, workshops, industry talks, and panel discussions with the goal of helping young filmmakers expand their networks within the film industry and providing mentorship to pursue their chosen career paths.

The Vancouver Queer Film Festival is one of the largest queer arts events in Western Canada, located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)