Telefilm Canada

09/08/2026

Telefilm Canada invests in 5 minority coproductions under its Production Program. They represent a total financial commitment of $1.6 million. 🎬🌏

Learn more here: https://ow.ly/2QAu50ZL2NT

09/07/2026

The first edition of the Lumière Summit took place today in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, in France. Bringing together 200 audiovisual leaders and government decisionmakers from around the world for 22 sessions, the summit provided a platform to exchange ideas and perspectives for the future of the global audiovisual sector.

“As the world undergoes profound transformations, the Lumière Summit sends a clear message: culture is an essential force for cohesion, dialogue, and shaping the future. Telefilm Canada is proud to help bring Canada’s voice to this historic international mobilization, affirming the power of stories, of creativity, and of cultural diversity.” - Julie Roy, Executive Director and CEO of Telefilm Canada

From left to right:
Cameron Bailey (TIFF), Valerie Creighton (Canada Media Fund), Minister Marc Miller (Canadian Heritage), Julie Roy, Francis Bilodeau (Deputy Minister of Canadian Heritage)

09/04/2026

08/28/2026

After 16 years of service, Margaret Paul is embarking on a well-deserved retirement!

A beloved member of the Compliance and Collection team, Margaret has a deep understanding of the financial realities faced by producers and distributors. Her diligence and her sound judgement earned her the respect and trust of both clients and colleagues. Her thoughtful contributions (usually preceded by her "just asking" about something) not only supported collaboration across the organization, but also played an important role in developing the processes of Dialogue.

Margaret, we will miss your enthusiasm, courage, and contagious laughter. We wish you all the best as you drive off to your next adventure! 🚗💓

08/27/2026

Industry Advisory | Telefilm Canada announces the appointment of Andréane Leblanc as Vice President, Public Affairs and Communications
https://telefilm.ca/en/telefilm-canada-announces-the-appointment-of-andreane-leblanc-as-vice-president-public-affairs-and-communications

08/27/2026

Telefilm Canada invests in 4 feature films for the English market under its Production Program (second intake). They represent a total financial commitment of over $6 million. 🎬

Learn more here: https://telefilm.ca/en/telefilm-canada-invests-6-15-million-in-four-english-language-feature-films

08/26/2026

Industry Advisory | Telefilm Canada launches industry consultation as part of the development of its 2027–2030 Strategic Plan : https://ow.ly/UInZ50ZFPxo

What issues, challenges and opportunities will shape the audiovisual sector in the years ahead?

We invite you to share your perspectives and ideas to help inform our thinking.

📅 Survey open until September 13, 2026
🕐 Approximately 15 minutes to complete
👉 Take the survey: https://ow.ly/m80A50ZFPxp

08/24/2026

Canada welcomes the world to a milestone edition of TIFF 💫🌎

This year marks a milestone for the Canadian and Indigenous audiovisual industry. With the launch of the inaugural TIFF: The Market, funded by the Government of Canada with a $23M investment and supported by Telefilm Canada, the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) becomes one of the world’s leading hubs for the screen sector, bringing together filmmakers, producers, distributors, buyers and industry leaders from around the world.

Read our full news release here: https://ow.ly/tm8550ZEWSy

Photo: George Pimentel

08/18/2026

We’re hiring! We’re working with BES Search to lead a structured and rigorous recruitment process for the next National Director, Feature Film, English Market, on a five-year term.

The role of a National Director will help shape the future of Canadian cinema by leading Telefilm's creative investment decisions in English-language feature film development, production, and marketing.

This is a unique opportunity to champion exceptional storytelling, cultivate creative talent, lead and manage a team of experts, advance equity, accessibility and influence the continued growth and global reach of Canada's film industry shaped by Telefilm’s Strategic Orientation Framework.

📍 Position based in Toronto (Ontario)
➡️ https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-CA/telefilmcanada/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/1426