The 2024 version of National Canadian Film Day was a huge success! With 1740 events worldwide and 2.5 million viewers who enjoyed a Canadian film at home, we couldn’t be prouder.
We’ve compiled all the details in a jam-packed report of all the fun and excitement. Check out the full report, or see below for some of the highlights.
1740 Events Worldwide
1740 screenings – 114 special guests – 33 countries – zero films made by A.I.
National Canadian Film Day was a massive party thanks to the participation of hundreds of screening partners and thousands of audience members around the world!
Click on the map below to explore where it all happened.
THOUSANDS OF audience members
By supporting the breadth of Canadian cinema…National Canadian Film Day reflects the diversity of the art form and its audiences across our country. An indispensable annual showcase of homegrown talent.
the Cinematheque, Vancouver, bc
millionS TUNED IN ON broadcast and streaming!
Twelve broadcasters and 25 streaming services featured Canadian films on the day so you could join the fun of CanFilmDay from the comfort of your home.
114 special guests
National Canadian Film Day is such a great way to celebrate our filmmakers. It’s a well-run event — especially given the size of it all! — that’s easy and fun to take part in whether you’re a partner or an audience member.
CANADIAN FILM FEST, Toronto, on
(inter)national canadian film day
A wide variety of partners, participating from 33 different countries, joined us to celebrate CanFilmDay with 63 screenings of 25 Canadian films, taking place on every single continent (well…except Antarctica).
This year, we collaborated on events worldwide with embassies, consulates, universities, not-for profits, and even a regional programming representative in
Latin America who helped us form partnerships in the area.
Not only do Canadian films
Gavin Nardocchio-Jones,
resonate with international audiences, the values and images
about our country are invaluable public diplomacy messages.
High Commission of Canada to Mozambique
community events
Communities large and small came together to celebrate CanFilmDay – all in a big way! Some involved local Indigenous groups, some enjoyed tasty treats, but everyone got creative to celebrate Canadian film.
Thank you to REEL CANADA & all of the organizers for
New Brunswick Public Library,
creating this spectacular celebration of Canadian Culture!
Florenceville-Bristol, NB
all the moving pieces
CanFilmDay is a massive, worldwide event that can be hard to wrap your head around. Zoom into the image above for a visual guide to just how many people and organizations it takes to make this day such a success.
2024 Spotlight
films that a.i. could never make
With A.I. creeping into all aspects of our lives, there’s been a worldwide discussion about how it will impact art, and films in particular. At REEL CANADA we know that there is no algorithm that can replicate the creativity, diversity, and originality of Canadian filmmakers. And nothing can replace the passion, soul, and personal vision that is at the heart of the 50 films selected for our 2024 Spotlight – films made by Canadian humans for Canadian humans. Click below for the full list.
This years theme “Films A.I. Couldn’t Make” highlighted a humanity that resonated with our audience.
Community Resource Centre, Killaloe, ON
There’s much more to explore this year, you can find more information in the full report – and we’ll see you again on Wednesday, April 16, 2025!
Previously on CanFilmDay
We celebrated our 10th anniversary in 2023!
Look what we did in 2022!
Finally, we want to give a shout-out to our loyal partners who have supported us. Sincere appreciation and gratitude to The Government of Canada, Cineplex, Telefilm, Branded Cities, Landmark Cinemas, Ontario Arts Council, Extreme Reach, Deluxe Media Entertainment and The RBC Foundation.
There is absolutely no way we could have done it without you!
