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Canadian Film Fest: deadline and submission guide | Circkit

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Tier 4

Canadian Film Fest

Toronto, Canada

Premiere: National premiere required
Formats accepted: Shorts, Features, Documentaries

Official site

Last verified 25 June 2026

About Canadian Film Fest

Canadian Film Fest (CFF) is a Toronto non-profit that exclusively showcases Canadian film across all genres, with an Industry Series and awards. It is a Canadian Screen Award qualifying festival offering professional development and networking for Canadian filmmakers.

Awards this festival can qualify you for

CSA Animated · Canadian Screen Award — Best Animated Short
Acceptance into at least two CSA-eligible Canadian festivals qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Doc Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Documentary Short Film
Acceptance into at least two CSA-eligible Canadian festivals qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Feature Doc · Canadian Screen Award — Best Feature Length Documentary
Acceptance into at least two CSA-eligible Canadian festivals qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Live Action Short Drama
Acceptance into at least two CSA-eligible Canadian festivals qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.

Canadian Film Fest submission FAQ

Does Canadian Film Fest require a premiere?

National premiere required. Protect your premiere status before you submit, as it is a one-time resource.

Where is Canadian Film Fest held?

Canadian Film Fest takes place in Toronto, Canada.

Is Canadian Film Fest a scam, or is it legitimate?

Canadian Film Fest is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in Circkit's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay. You can also run Canadian Film Fest through Circkit's free Scam Radar for an independent safety check.

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