African Canadian International Film Festival
Cinema is how we see one another.
A gathering place for bold film, new voices and the stories that travel across borders.
A living film culture
A festival built around the power of perspective
ACIFF brings audiences and filmmakers together through a thoughtful programme of cinema, conversation and creative exchange. We champion distinctive work and create space for stories that deserve to be seen on a wider screen.
- Thoughtful programming and creative exchange
- Welcoming spaces for artists and audiences
- Opportunities to learn, connect and grow
African Canadian International Film Festival
The ACIFF experience
Three ways to go deeper.
Discover films, meet the people behind them and find ways to take part in a connected creative community.
Discover new cinema
Explore a considered programme of features, shorts and work from across the global Black diaspora.
Meet the makers
Join filmmakers, performers and industry voices for conversations that continue beyond the credits.
Build what comes next
Find pathways to learn, collaborate and grow through the ACIFF Film Institute.
Stay in the frame
Be part of the next conversation.
Follow the programme, meet the community and find the opportunity that fits you.