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International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) | Circkit

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International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO)

Ottawa, Canada

Premiere: No premiere requirement
Formats accepted: Shorts, Features, Documentaries

Official site

Last verified 25 June 2026

About International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO)

The International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) is presented by the Canadian Film Institute across venues in downtown Ottawa, Ontario. Its sixth edition runs March 11 to 22, 2026, showcasing acclaimed international and Canadian features and documentaries.

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.

International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) submission FAQ

Does International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) require a premiere?

No premiere requirement. International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) accepts films that have screened elsewhere.

Where is International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) held?

International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) takes place in Ottawa, Canada.

Is International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) a scam, or is it legitimate?

International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) 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 International Film Festival of Ottawa (IFFO) through Circkit's free Scam Radar for an independent safety check.

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