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Through inclusive, customized training and mentorship, the National Screen Institute supports creators to change the world through the power of story.

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The National Screen Institute is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its board of directors: Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers and David Errington. 🎉

Learn more about Elle-Máijá and David at: nsi-canada.ca/media_releas...
Left side of photo: An Indigenous person with long dark hair wearing a black sweater and colourful beaded earrings, looking to the side in an indoor setting with a blurred background.  Right side of photo: A person with short gray hair wearing a dark suit jacket and navy shirt with white polka dots, posing against a plain gray background.
November 13, 2025 at 7:22 PM
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Manitoba Indigenous youth ages 18–22 interested in film and TV!

Apply now for NSI Intro to Production. This culturally grounded program blends online workshops and in-person production experience in Winnipeg.

Apply by Nov 6, 2025 at noon CT.

Learn more and apply at nsi-canada.ca/media_releas...
Promotional graphic for the “NSI Intro to Production – Manitoba Indigenous Youth Edition” program by the National Screen Institute. The text explains the program is for Indigenous youth aged 18–22 in Manitoba to explore film and TV careers by making a short film. The application deadline is November 6, 2025. On the right, a photo shows three people silhouetted in a production studio setting, surrounded by lights and equipment. Colorful geometric design elements frame the image.
October 8, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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The 25th anniversary of the #GimliInternationalFilmFestival wrapped on July 27, where Ande Brown was named the winner of the RBC $15,000 Emerging Filmmaker Pitch Competition.

Congrats to Ande and all of the finalists!

@nsicanada.bsky.social is thrilled to provide mentorship to the winner.
Twelve people pose together on a stage in front of a projection screen displaying the GIFF and RBC logos. Two people kneel at the front near a blue director’s chair labeled 'Ande Brown.' The rest of the group stands behind them. On Screen Manitoba, RBC and Gimli International Film Festival banners flank both sides of the group.
August 7, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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We’re proud to be a founding signatory of the Canadian Screen Industry Statement of Values—a sector-wide commitment to building a screen industry rooted in inclusion, accountability and care.

Read the statement and join us: canadianvalues.my.canva.site

#CanadianScreenValues #Banff2025
Graphic featuring a flowing Canadian flag with bold text that reads: 'We've signed on – Canadian Screen Industry Statement of Values.' The National Screen Institute logo appears at the bottom right. Graphic titled 'Canadian Screen Industry Statement of Values' overlaid on a waving Canadian flag. A list of 11 values appears: 1. Representation 2. Reflection 3. Showcase 4. Reconciliation 5. Diversity 6. Access 7. Support 8. Collaboration 9. Sustainability 10. Accountability 11. Equity A QR code is placed in the bottom right corner.
June 11, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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#imagineNATIVE2025 is underway!

In Toronto from June 3-8 and online from June 9-15, join in this massive celebration of Indigenous storytelling.

Official selections include films, digital and interactive works and audio works.

Read more at: nsi-canada.ca/imaginenativ...

#festivalpartner
A young girl in pajamas sits on a bed talking with an adult who is sitting beside her. They are warmly lit by a pink lamp on a nightstand, which is surrounded by plush toys and drawings.
June 3, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Canadian stories must be led by Canadian creatives.

We're pleased to work closely in a trifecta with @cfccreates.bsky.social and L'INIS urging the CRTC to invest in talent development.

Without a strategic investment, we risk losing our unique cultural authority.

Full remarks: bit.ly/3GVFoqK
Graphic with the CRTC logo over a digital rendering of Earth at night, featuring glowing networks. Bold text reads: 'CRTC Hearings'
May 21, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED:

Due to a surge in interest, STORYHIVE Pan-Asian Storyteller Edition is now accepting applications until midnight PT on Thursday, May 15!

Head to STORYHIVE.com/apply to submit your pitch.
Three people—an older man wearing a turban, a young woman holding a printed photo and an older woman—sit on a couch smiling and looking at the photo together. The image promotes the 'STORYHIVE Pan-Asian Storyteller Edition,' a filmmaking program that honours cultural heritage. Text on the image includes the program title and credits Press Breaker with Project Lead: Paneet Singh
May 7, 2025 at 10:09 PM
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We're celebrating #CanFilmDay at the National Screen Institute office!

We had a great time watching The Difference Between Us followed by a Q+A with the film’s writer/director Dabi Anele.

The film and Q+A are available to stream until 11:59 p.m. CT tonight at: nsi-canada.ca/national-can...
Collage of three photos from a National Canadian Film Day 2025 watch party at the National Screen Institute. Top left: A group of seven people pose smiling in front of a National Screen Institute banner, some seated and holding film posters, including one for The Difference Between Us. Top right: A close-up of film-themed swag items on a table, including buttons, sticky notes, pens and stickers with slogans like “Don't Moose with Us!” Bottom: A cozy screening setup with plants and film-themed decor where several people sit and watch The Difference Between Us on a large screen.
April 16, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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It's @canfilmday.bsky.social!

We’re proud to share The Difference Between Us, a short by Dabi Anele, created with co-participants from NSI Intro to Production – Manitoba Edition.

Today only — stream it from 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. CT at nsi-canada.ca/national-can...

More at: CanFilmDay.ca
A promotional image for National Canadian Film Day, featuring a large moose in the foreground and an old-fashioned film camera on a tripod in the background, casting a spotlight on the moose. The text reads: "April 16" in teal and "National Canadian Film Day" in bold red letters below it. The background has a colour gradient from sky blue at the top to warm yellow at the bottom. Movie poster for The Difference Between Us, featuring a close-up of a white woman with pale skin and dark hair gazing intently at a Black man, whose face is partially visible. The title appears in bold white text: “The Difference Between Us.” Above the title are the actors' names: Diana Botelho Urbanski and Keishon Joseph. Below the title, it reads: “Written and Directed by Daberechi ‘Dabi’ Anele.” At the bottom, logos for supporting organizations are displayed, including the National Screen Institute Intro to Production program, Manitoba Film & Music, Telefilm Canada, Reel Canada, Access Canada, Warner Bros. Discovery, On Screen Manitoba and Winnipeg Arts Council.
April 16, 2025 at 5:01 AM
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Did you know you can help make the Canadian film and television industry more accessible and inclusive?

Take Canada’s Screen Industry Survey on Disability to share your thoughts on disability representation and inclusion!

Click here to start: dso-orphe.ca/survey

Open through June 2025.
A promotional graphic for “Canada’s Screen Industry Survey on Disability” by the Disability Screen Office (DSO). The DSO logo is centered beneath the title and features a colorful play button icon. A red filmstrip curves diagonally across the image, displaying white icons representing various disabilities and accessibility features. From the top down, they include a wheelchair user, a brain with an infinity symbol (neurodiversity), closed captioning (CC), and hands signing (sign language). The overall design uses red and white tones.
April 8, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Applications are open for the first-ever TELUS STORYHIVE Pan-Asian Storyteller Edition!

It offers $20,000 in production funding, training, professional mentorship and distribution to over 1 million viewers on TELUS Optik TV, Stream+ and online platforms.

Apply by May 8 at storyhive.com/apply
April 2, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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Are you thinking about applying for the CBC New Indigenous Voices program but want to know more about it?

Register now for tomorrow’s Q+A webinar:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

⏰ Tuesday, March 18 at 12 p.m. CT
March 17, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Applications open!

CBC New Indigenous Voices is back! This full-time training program is for Indigenous storytellers ready to launch their careers in film, TV and digital media. Plus, @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social has renewed its support for 2 more years!

More info: nsi-canada.ca/media_releas...
February 24, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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We are thrilled to introduce you to the producers selected for NSI Business for Producers – Saskatchewan Edition!

This program for Saskatchewan-based mid-career producers started on January 27.

To learn more about the participants and the program, check out: nsi-canada.ca/media_releas...
February 6, 2025 at 11:07 PM
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Kema Joseph has joined the National Screen Institute Board of Directors!

As a board member, Kema will play a critical role in shaping the National Screen institute’s mission to serve as a launchpad for creators.

Read more at nsi-canada.ca/media_releas...
December 12, 2024 at 7:09 PM
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We are thrilled to announce the participants for the first edition of the Disabled Producers Lab! 🎉

Welcome Deydra, Sarah, Violet, Shay and Mily!

Learn more about these talented filmmakers and the Disabled Producers Lab at: nsi-canada.ca/media_releas...
November 25, 2024 at 9:35 PM