Tier 2
Chilliwack, Canada
Last verified 12 June 2026
In an agricultural community two hours from Vancouver, surrounded by rivers and mountains, Chilliwack highlights adventurous local and Canadian work. It is a fast-growing festival with intimate parties and an inviting acceptance ratio.
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.
The main submission deadline for Chilliwack Independent Film Festival is around 30 August 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Chilliwack Independent Film Festival costs from USD 15 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Chilliwack Independent Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Chilliwack Independent Film Festival takes place in Chilliwack, Canada.
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