Tier 2
Sudbury, Canada
Last verified 12 June 2026
Since its inception in 1989, Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival continues to seek out and showcase high-calibre film programming to passionate and enthusiastic audiences over its 9-day festival. Recognized as a premier film event in Canada, hosting over 25,000
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 Cinefest Sudbury International Film Festival is around 15 July 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Cinefest Sudbury International Film Festival costs from USD 35 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Cinefest Sudbury International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Cinefest Sudbury International Film Festival takes place in Sudbury, Canada.
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