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FILM SUBMISSIONS

Submissions are closed for the 2025 program, please follow the instructions below to submit your film for our 2026 program.

Authorized use of screeners & Format

All films must be submitted with a screening link & be password-protected, or watermarked. We prefer Vimeo links or similar protected formats that can be shared with our Film Committee.

Email link and information about your film to: wendyroyal@hotmail.com

Eligibility

All films (incl features, short films and documentaries) must reflect the South African people, their stories, &/or their culture and art.

Selection

  • Any film submitted to SAFF can be used in any exhibition format that pertains to the festival, both in-cinema and online, geo-blocked for Canada and the United States
  • Successful filmmakers will receive a confirmation email to upload film & publicity materials.
 
Key Dates

Submissions open:
1 January - 30 April 2026

Submissions close:
30 April 2026

Program Selection Completed:
15 October 2026


OTHER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

SPONSOR THE FESTIVAL

Sponsorship is critical to the success of SAFF and we have several ways to recognize your involvement. Please take a look at our Sponsorship Opportunities and contact us at giving@educationwithoutborders.ca for more information.

VOLUNTEER

SAFF Canada doesn’t happen without our collaborative team of dedicated volunteers. Get involved in this great cause to help us make the festival a success! Please email us at volunteercoord.ewb@gmail.com

DONATE

The South African Film Festival is presented in support of Education without Borders.

There are several ways to give to EwB, for more details please visit EwB DONATE.

If you have any questions about giving to EwB, please email information.ewb@gmail.com or call 604-224-3077.

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