The Canadian Film Fest is a non-profit organization devoted to the celebration, promotion and advancement of Canadian filmmakers.

The Canadian Film Fest is a non-profit organization whose mission is to celebrate the art of cinematic storytelling by exclusively showcasing Canadian films. The festival unites film-loving audiences with diverse selections of features and shorts from across the country.

The CFF provides Canadian filmmakers with essential professional development and networking opportunities through its Industry Series and awards. And, of course, the awesome parties.

Meet the team

  • Bern Euler

    Founder, Executive Director

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    Ashleigh Rains

    Festival Director and Head Programmer

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    Jen Pogue

    Director of Industry

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    Laura Good

    Film Programmer

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    Richard B. Pierre

    Film and Industry Programmer

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    Alyx Bui

    Film Programmer

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    Nick Visscher

    Operations and Volunteer Manager

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    Zachary Knowles

    Box Office and Ticketing Manager

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    Michelle Jedrzejewski

    Talent and Front of House Manager

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    Adam Reich

    Technical Manager

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    Justin McConnell

    Print Traffic Coordinator

  • Jezebel Bamburg

    Festival Coordinator

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    Eric Bizzarri

    Marketing and Communications Supervisor

  • Every Single Volunteer EVER

    Nothing Can Happen Without These Fine People

Board of Directors

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    John Galway

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    Andrea Grau

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    R.T. Thorne