Meet the faces behind the organizations!
The annual MENA film financing workshop returns with a slate of representatives from top regional and national funders: including Telefilm, Canada Media Fund and Storyhive!
The 2025 MENA Industry Rendezvous lets you bring your pitch directly to prospective funders and hear direct feedback to build a better application tailored to each funder’s programs and requirements.
You’ll have the chance to share your idea, ask specific questions, learn more about the specific funding packages available, and meet fellow filmmakers, all in an informal one-on-one setting.
The Industry Rendezvous is open to all, but preference will be given to MENA/SWANA, Indigenous and other BIPOC filmmakers in case of limited resources.
1:00 PM
Pre-session networking + refreshments
Make sure you’ve filled out the Rendezvous funder preference form. Any pending check-ins may be given to walk-ins, so head over early lock in your pairings and request and updates!
1:30 - 2:15 PM
Fundraising Panel
We will break the ice with a brief panel around the challenges of independent film funding in Canada and sharing tips and tricks, so you are equipped and ready to Rendezvous!
2:15 - 4:30 PM
One-on-one sessions commence with your pre-scheduled representatives:
5:00 PM
WRAP. Please continue to the lobby, where discussion can continue informally while capacity allows.
Ticketing: We know it’s tough to create independent film in Vancouver, so ticketing has been designed on a sliding scale.
After registration, participants will receive a form so we know your preference and can share information with the funders you are paired with. The schedule will be shared at the event. All participants will get to speak to two representatives (potentially more) based on preference and availability.
Food and refreshments provided. Limited availability.
