From July 11 to August 10, 2025, the 10th edition of The Canada China International Film Festival (CCIFF) will be held in Montreal, Toronto, and Beijing, China. The festival will promote exchange between Chinese and Canadian film culture, foster cooperation and encourage communication between artists and filmmakers from both countries. Additionally, CCIFF will showcase the latest innovations in entertainment technology.

Based on support from Canadian and Chinese governments, CCIFF aims to attract an international audience. To achieve this, the focus of the festival will be on current and upcoming filmmaking practices. The main events that make up the festival will also be tailored for international appeal.

The CCIFF will successfully bring International Filmmakers together, inspire opportunities between the Chinese and Canadian film markets and strive for an increased influence on the international stage.

Awards & Prizes

Canada China Academy Film Award includes:
Best Director
Best Feature Film
Best Documentary Film
Best Short Film
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Supporting Actor
Best Supporting Actress
Best Cinematography
Best Screenplay
Best Special Effects
Best Technology
People's Choice
Best TV Documentary
Best TV Series

We also include the new categories, AIGC and ShortReel competition.

Rules & Terms

Rules & Terms for Film Screening and Competition Only
A) Eligibility Requirements
1. Films completed between 1st November 2024 and 31st March 2025.
2. Feature-length films (narrative or documentary) that are available for public online viewing in their entirety are NOT eligible. Short films (under 30 min) may be available online.
3. Films shown at private screenings not open to the public (for crew, investors, etc.) are eligible.
4. All entries must be subtitled in English or French.
5. Entrant confirms and warrants required legal authority to submit the entry into the Festival and to use all music, images, and content in the entry.
B) Submission Guidelines:
1. All films must be submitted online first for the first audition, once your film is selected for screening, we will inform you to submit DCP and Blu-ray copy for further competition.
2. Only complete entries (including fee payment and screener) will be considered.
3. Only DCP format is eligible for Festival screening
A) Deadlines
1st Call Deadline is December 31, 2024.
2nd Call Deadline is February 28, 2025.
3rd Call Deadline is March 31, 2025.
B) Judging & Selection:
Films are selected for Festival presentation by the Canada China International Film Festival judiciary committee. If a film is selected, the Festival office will contact the entrant by phone or email.
All entrants will be notified on or before April 15, 2025.
Films selected for the International Feature, documentary, short film competitions. Competitions are judged during the Festival.
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  • D. Andrew Hartfield

    We were honored to be an Official Selection and regret that we were unable to attend. Thank you for your support!

    October 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you Andrew and we look forward to your new films and joining us next edition in person.

  • Kenneth Fung

    GREAT Festival. I will definitely submit for another year. I missed attending the Film Festival. Hopw that I would be able to attend next year in person.

    September 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you Kenneth for your kind words and we are looking forward to your new films and seeing you in person!

  • michael cutler

    Thanks so much to Miao and Serguei and the CCIFF for including "A Family Portrait" in your festival and for the award of Best Cinematography. You guys work tirelessly to make this wonderful festival happen every year.

    August 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Dear Michael,
    It was great pleasure to showcase your work and looking forward to working with you again soon!

  • Bahram Akbari

    Thank you thank you thank you

    August 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Hi Bahram,
    Thank you for submitting your beautiful to CCIFF and we are looking forward to your new films!

  • Xinyu Zhang

    It is a fantastic festival! I enjoyed every second of my experience with them! Even though I couldn't make to the live screening but I know my work was in good hands of the professional team CCIFF!
    I would love to submit to the festival again and would defintely love to recommend the festival to other filmmakers!

    August 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you Xinyu for your kind comments. We definitely would like to meet with you in person and see more of your great work!