Community News

Teeny Tales is a new short-form preschool series developed specifically for children aged 4 to 6 who communicate using American Sign Language (ASL). To ensure authentic representation, the show was written, directed, and performed by creators from the Deaf community. The series is available now on CBC TV, CBC Gem, and the CBC Kids YouTube channel.

Celebrating its 30th year, Women In the Director’s Chair (WIDC) is calling for submissions for three programs: Story & Leadership, Career Advancement Module, and Feature Film Award. These are three separate programs that require separate applications. 

VIFF's Institute for the Moving Image currently has three opportunities open for applications: VIFF Catalyst (deadline June 29, 2026, at 12 PM PT), Co-Production Forum and Works-in-Progress (deadline July 13, 2026, at 12 PM PT). These programs offer opportunities to advance projects and careers through mentorship, industry access, and professional connections.

Our friends at Story Money Impact have a call for applications open for their program, STORY TO ACTION. They'll select three documentary films that address pressing social and environmental issues and support those projects with the creation of impact strategies, outreach to community partners, and the hosting of screenings and panels with the goal of using the film as a tool to create positive change.

KING ARTHUR’S NIGHT is a medieval musical documentary, inspired by the critically acclaimed play of the same name, created by an amazing company of artists with and without Down syndrome, including award-winning playwrights Niall McNeil and Marcus Youssef; visionary director James Long; and iconic musician Veda Hille.

The CMPA has partnered with PictureNL to create a mentorship program that focuses on training up emerging and mid-career producers in the local film and television production sector, broadening their understanding of production activities. This program also assists Newfoundland and Labrador-based companies in building successful businesses. Apply by June 12.

Are you passionate about amplifying and celebrating Disabled artists? Want to get involved in the growing Canadian disability arts community? The Disability Collective is seeking Board Members who will help us take this groundbreaking, grassroots organization into their exciting next chapter! Apply by June 15.

The CMPA Indiescreen Awards recognize the outstanding achievements of producers whose creativity, leadership, and entrepreneurial vision continue to drive Canada’s screen-based industry forward. Categories include the Feature Film Producer Indiescreen Award, the TV Producer Indiescreen Award, and the Kevin Tierney Emerging Producer Indiescreen Award. Apply by June 19.

The Academy is committed to addressing the evolving needs of its constituents and the industry it serves. Members are invited to recommend changes to the Rules & Regulations for the 2027 Canadian Screen Awards by Monday, June 22, 2026: Television and Digital Media | Film.