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New to Canada and ready to bring your stories to the screen? 🎬🇨🇦 Navigating a new industry can feel like a maze, but you can have access to the map!⁠
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Join CBC, CAVCO, and CMPA for the 9th season of the One Stop Business Workshop: The Media Map from May 19-21 from 1-2 PM ET online. This free 3-day virtual series is specifically designed for newcomer creators to help you master the business of TV, film, and digital content, and will feature Reelworld's Program Director, Safia Abdigir (May 19).⁠
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Want to sign up or learn more? Check out the link in our bio! ✏️⁠
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#canadianfilmmakers #canadianfilm #canadianwriters #filmworkshop #canadianstorytellers

Ten Thousand Teas by @asiancanadianfilm is returning for its fourth year to celebrate Asian Heritage Month on Friday May 22! 🎥⁠
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Their speed networking event between 3-5PM is by application only and is now open. Check out the link in our bio for more information, the deadline is May 15. There will once again be a stellar lineup of 6 new Mentors:⁠
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SOOK-YIN LEE @sookyinleee, Writer and Director of @payingforitfilm⁠
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NICK SOLOWSKI, VP, International Sales & Distribution, @blueantmedia⁠
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PAIGE MURRAY @paiger001, Director of Development, @disneyplusca⁠
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HOLLY ROWDEN @horo90fo, Executive Producer @alfredofilms⁠
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LAURA DEL MASCHIO @_delmaschio, Scripted Development Executive, @shaftesburytv⁠
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MUNARA MUHETAER @m.u.n.a.r.a, Production Manager @lionsgate⁠
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Their Mixer event between 5-7PM is also open for registration at the link in our bio. Reelworld is happy to support the Asian Canadian Film Alliance, and wishes them all the best this Asian Heritage Month! 👏🏽🎬⁠
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#asianheritagemonth #asiancanadian #asiancanadianfilm #asianamerican #asianamericanfilm

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

Looking back to last month and reflecting on the Second Annual Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser.

It was a wonderful afternoon that brought together screen industry leaders, partners, alums, and supporters to celebrate this year’s recipient, Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the @the_cmpa.

The afternoon was a great reminder of the role that sustained allyship plays in building a more equitable Canadian screen sector and what it means to move from support in principle to support in practice.

Thank you to all sponsors, attendees and donors. The funds raised through your support help Reelworld expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and racialized Canadian creators.

If you were not able to attend, you can still support this work by donating to the Reelworld Foundation or joining us at upcoming events, including the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.

📸 For the full photo gallery, visit us on Flickr.
🎞️ To watch the highlight reel, visit our YouTube channel.

#reelworldfoundation #cmpa #reynoldsmastin #allyship #canadianproducers

This Friday, Reelworld is kicking off Asian Heritage Month with a double screening! Check out a sneak peak of our showcased feature film, Shook, by Amar Wala! 📺🎟️⁠
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Join us on May 1, at Innis Town Hall for our annual Asian Heritage Month screening. As we celebrate 16 years of partnership with Asian Heritage Month, we've curated a special screening event titled No Man's Land, which explores complex family ties. The evening will include the screening of the feature film Shook, directed by Amar Wala, and the short film Desync, directed by Minerva Navasca, which screened at the 2023 Reelworld Film Festival. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the screening begins at 7 PM. The event is completely free and open to all!⁠
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Following the films, there will be a Q&A session with director Amar Wala, Desync co-writer and editor, Chen Sing Yap and Desync actor, Jadyn Nasato. The conversation will be moderated by Zaarin Bushra, Program Manager at Reelworld. ⁠
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Don't miss out on this exciting night of meaningful conversation and powerful cinema! RVSP today by clicking the link in our bio! 🖥️

#TorontoFilm #Reelworld #AsianFilmmakers #CanadianFilmmakers #TorontoFilmmakers

The Reelworld community is deeply saddened by the passing of Reza Sameni.⁠
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"From 2019 to 2023, Reza served as a dedicated Reelworld Film Festival Programmer and played a crucial role in shaping our festival lineups. His passion for cinema, thoughtful curation, and commitment to supporting emerging voices left a lasting impact on our community," says Founder and Executive Director, Tonya Williams.⁠
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As fellow programmers, Aisha Evelyna and Marina Hanna expressed:⁠
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"Reza had impeccable taste. As a curator, he used his keen eye to champion filmmakers on the cusp of something special. He took the responsibility of platforming ideas, stories, and people seriously—and that care stays with us.⁠
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During our time together, we were driven by a shared urgency to create space for underrepresented filmmakers. In a moment when the world felt like it was burning, that urgency became fuel—to keep going, together, for something we believed in.⁠
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Reza was central to the strides we made. Calm and kind in demeanour, but deeply passionate in spirit.⁠
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There is a certain sheen to this industry—the glitz and glam of it—but its progress is built on people like Reza, the ones who quietly set the stage. An unsung hero whose impact will be felt for years to come.⁠
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Rest in peace, exalted."⁠
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Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Reza Sameni during this time.

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with an evening of stories that challenge, connect, and stay with you long after the credits roll. Join us May 1, 2026 at Innis Town Hall at 7 PM for our annual Asian Heritage Month screening! 🎬⁠
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Celebrating 16 years of partnership, this year’s program No Man’s Land explores the complexities of family, identity, and connection. Featuring Shook by Amar Wala and Desync by Minerva Navasca (from the 2023 Reelworld Film Festival). Doors open at 6:30 PM, and films start screening at 7 PM.⁠
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Stay after for a Q&A with the cast and crew, including Amar Wala, Chen Sing Yap, and Jadyn Nasato, moderated by Reelworld’s Program Manager, Zaarin Bushra 🎤⁠
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To learn more and RSVP to this event, check out the link in our bio.⁠
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#AsianHeritageMonth #Reelworld #TorontoEvents #CanadianFilm #AsianFilmmakers

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with an evening of stories that challenge, connect, and stay with you long after the credits roll. Join us May 1, 2026 at Innis Town Hall at 7 PM for our annual Asian Heritage Month screening! 🎬⁠
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Celebrating 16 years of partnership, this year’s program No Man’s Land explores the complexities of family, identity, and connection. Featuring Shook by Amar Wala and Desync by Minerva Navasca (from the 2023 Reelworld Film Festival). Doors open at 6:30 PM, and films start screening at 7 PM.⁠
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Stay after for a Q&A with the cast and crew, including Amar Wala, Chen Sing Yap, and Jadyn Nasato, moderated by Reelworld’s Program Manager, Zaarin Bushra 🎤⁠
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To learn more and RSVP to this event, check out the link in our bio.⁠
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#AsianHeritageMonth #Reelworld #TorontoEvents #CanadianFilm #AsianFilmmakers

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Canadian film isn’t one voice, it’s a chorus. And today, those stories take centre stage, reminding us this industry is alive, evolving, and ours. 🇨🇦🎥

At Reelworld, we celebrate by sharing the work of filmmakers across the country and continuing to create space for diverse voices, unapologetically. We continue to champion bold and diverse Canadian voices, celebrating the storytellers who continue to shape and redefine the future of Canadian cinema.

Today, we watch. We celebrate. Check out the Canadian films our staff is excited about right now and tell us what your favourite Canadian film is! 📺️

To learn more, visit reelworld.ca/blog 💻️

#CanFilmDay #CanadianFilm #Reelworld #SupportCanadianFilm #Reelworld

Meet the 2026 Reelworld Producer Program cohort 🎬✨⁠
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Now in its 5th year, this program supports emerging Canadian producers who identify as Black, Indigenous, Asian, South Asian, and People of Colour — helping them grow their craft and build sustainable careers in the industry.⁠
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This year’s cohort ⬇️⁠
Ontario: David Swan, Del Cowie (@delcowie), Enrique Miguel Baniqued (@enriquemiguel_), Ashli Agate (@ashliagate)⁠
British Columbia: Priscilla Yeo (@priscillayeo), Simran Dhinjal⁠
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From IP and financing to packaging and pitching — participants gain the tools to launch production companies, access markets, and take their work to the next level.⁠
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The program wraps with producers pitching their projects directly to broadcasters and industry executives, leaving with a market-ready project and real momentum toward active development.

A recap from the 2026 Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon Fundraiser celebrating this year’s recipient, @the_cmpa President and CEO Reynolds Mastin ✨

The Reelworld Ally Award, presented by the Reelworld Foundation, recognizes leaders whose actions—not just words—advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and access (EDIA) across the screen sector.

Some awards celebrate status. This one celebrates what people do with their power.

The Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon is a reminder that industry change does not happen because people say the right things in the room.
It happens when leaders make space, fund opportunity, and back diverse talent with action.

This year, Reelworld is honoring Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO of the CMPA, for leadership in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and access in Canada’s screen sector.

FULL ARTICLE ON BCC or the bio!

And that matters.
Because Black and racially diverse creators do not just need applause.
They need pathways.
Mentorship.
Paid opportunities.
Access to decision-makers.
A real chance to build sustainable careers.

That is why this event matters beyond the luncheon itself.

What does meaningful allyship in the creative industries look like to you?

Save this as a reminder that access changes lives.

#reelworld #canadianfilm #mediaequity #creativecommunity producerlife

At this year’s Reelworld Ally Award Luncheon, allyship will be felt not just in conversation—but also in art.⁠
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We’re honoured to welcome Lillian Allen (@lillianallendubpoet), Toronto’s Poet Laureate, acclaimed dub poet, and two-time Juno Award winner, for a live reading. A foremother of Canadian poetry, Lillian’s work blends politically charged, reggae-infused dub with themes of resistance, love, and transformation—shaping both Canada’s cultural and literary landscape for decades.⁠
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Her presence reminds us: storytelling isn’t limited to one medium. When film, TV, poetry, and music unite, so does allyship.⁠
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This is what it looks like to be in a room where art, industry, and community intersect.⁠
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April 10 | 11:30 AM – 3 PM⁠
Park Hyatt Toronto⁠
🎟️ Tickets available NOW!
#Reelworld #AllyAward #CanadianFilm #MediaIndustry #EquityInFilm

With the announcement of the 2026 Canadian Screen Award nominations, we’re proud to celebrate a group of Reelworld alumni and Reelworld award recipients whose work continues to resonate across the industry, on screen, behind the camera, and across disciplines. 📺🎞️⁠
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To view a full list of CSA-nominated Reelworld Alumni and Award Recipients, read our latest blog post by visiting reelworld.ca/blog ⁠
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Featured in this graphic are Gayle Ye(@gayle_ye), Leighton Alexander Williams(@livingwithlaw), Sugith Varughese(@sugithvarughese), Supinder Wraich(@supinder_w), Sarah Podemski(@sarahpodemski), Caleb Chan(@calebchanmusic), Gabriela Osio Vanden (@sanguinuss), and Cashmere Downey(@cazhblanche).⁠
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Every nomination tells a bigger story. Years of ideas, creative risks, and collaborations that actually mean something. Seeing these names recognized on a national stage hits different. It reflects the people and communities behind the work, not just the work itself.⁠
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To this year’s nominees, CONGRATULATIONS!! ⁠
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Your ground-breaking work is being seen, resonating with audiences, and it’s helping shape what Canadian film and TV looks like right now and where it’s headed. We’re so proud to have been a small part of your journey, and we can’t wait to see what you do next!!👏🏽🎉⁠
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#2026CSAs #CanadianScreenAwards #Reelworld #ReelworldScreenInstitute #CanadianFilmmakers