Tier 2
Winnipeg, Canada
Last verified 12 June 2026
Now in its 41th year, the Reel Pride International Film Festival is proud to be Canada's longest-running 2SLGBTQ+ film festival. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Reel Pride has always been a celebration of queer voices, stories, and creativity, brought to life by a dedicated team of
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 Reel Pride is around 13 July 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Reel Pride is free to submit to. Fees can vary by category and deadline tier, so check the official entry page.
No premiere requirement. Reel Pride accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Reel Pride takes place in Winnipeg, Canada.
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