National Canadian Film Day (CanFilmDay) is a really big party, and you’re invited!
CanFilmDay has taken root as our largest annual celebration of Canadian culture, and it’s a unique opportunity for you to host a free screening for your community.
Host a free local screening and take part in this cross-country event alongside over a thousand communities on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Scroll down to see the full curated list of films we’ve programmed exclusively for the Canadian Armed Forces.
🍁It’s fun! Like, really super fun. We even have a party kit.
🍁It’s easy. We’ll help you choose a film that will suit your audience and provide lots of tips and resources along the way.
🍁It’s totally 100% free! That’s right, we cover the cost of the film – you just provide the audience.
🍁It’s a connection. Bring your community together for an incredible event.
🍁Choose your film from the curated list below.
🍁It’s packed with true North talent.
If you have any questions, get in touch with us, or read our FAQ.
It’s easy to participate! Simply fill out our sign-up form:
For questions or more information, please reach out to [email protected] or 1- 888-508-0881 option 3.
CFB Kingston Base Gym
We really appreciate being part of CanFilmDay. This fit perfectly as the April version of our Lunch and Learn series. It was just the right mix of informative and entertaining. We also are very happy to support a Canadian product.
Exclusive Films for The Canadian Armed Forces
1991
Director: Ricardo Trogi / Year: 2018 / 141 min / NR
Twenty-one-year-old Ricardo, a screenwriting student in Montreal, dreams about striking up a romance with his classmate Marie-Ève. When she announces that she’ll be going on an exchange trip to Italy, Ricardo can only see one option for himself: to follow her — and his heart — on the trip, and perhaps reconnect with his own Italian roots along the way.
BlackBerry
Director: Matt Johnson / Year: 2023 / 120 min / 14A
A fast-paced, award-winning comedy based loosely on the true events surrounding the development and global success of the BlackBerry smartphone. Featuring an all-star cast including Jay Baruchel, Matt Johnson and Glenn Howerton.
Bon Cop, Bad Cop (20th Anniversary)
Director: Érik Canuel / Year: 2006 / 116 min / 14A
This hilarious and action-packed box office smash brings together two unlikely allies, Sureté de Quebec detective David Bouchard (Patrick Huard) and OPP detective Martin Ward (Colm Feore) as they investigate a murder discovered on the provincial border.
Hey, Viktor!
Director: Cody Lightning (Cree) / Year: 2023 / 102 min / 14A
Twenty-five years after starring in the hit 90s film Smoke Signals, Cody Lightning directs and stars in this uproarious mockumentary about a fictionalized version of himself attempting to make a sequel on a shoestring budget, without any of the original cast interested in participating.
Mlle Bottine
Director: Yan Lanouette Turgeon / Year: 2024 / 111 min / G
An opera composer (Antoine Bertrand) suffering from writer’s block is unexpectedly entrusted with caring for his orphaned niece who he’s never met. While her rebellious and eccentric nature proves to be a challenge, she may be exactly the inspiration that he needs.
Out Standing
Director: Mélanie Charbonneau / Year: 2025 / 106 mins / NR / English (French dub available)
An eye-opening look at Sandra Perron’s journey through the Canadian military, chronicling her start in basic training, to her rise as the first female officer in the organization’s history and the circumstances leading to her controversial resignation.
Space Cadet
Director: Kid Koala / Year: 2025 / 86 min / NR
In this charming animated adventure set in the distant future, a young girl raised by a robot becomes a space cadet, and gets selected for her first interstellar adventure. As she encounters challenges on her quest, she is guided by the lessons and memories of her childhood.
Tous Toqués! (All Stirred Up!)
Director: Manon Briand / 2024 / 112 mins / PG
In this heartwarming comedy set in a small Quebec town near the US border, a reviled customs officer convinces a famous chef to mentor her 10-year-old daughter as she prepares to compete in a prestigious local youth cooking competition.
You Are Here: A Come From Away Story
Director: Moze Mossanen / Year: 2018 / 83 min / PG
This moving documentary shows how the town of Gander, Newfoundland, came together to feed, shelter and support 6,600 stranded airline passengers for 6 days in the wake of the 9/11 attacks. This incredible true story inspired the smash-hit musical Come From Away.
Youngblood
Director: Hubert Davis / Year: 2025 / 105 min / NR
Dean Youngblood, a top hockey prospect in the minor leagues, faces the prospect of his career ending early when he’s suspended for an on-ice incident. Given a new chance on a new team, he has to face his aggression head-on to get back on track and lead his team to a championship.
Fun Stuff & Promotional Support
To make things extra-fun, you can also use our party kit full of posters, printable photo booth props, games and activities, DIY crafts, and even a colouring book.
To help you host the best event possible, we’ve put together a Screening Partner Resources page with social media elements, technical instructions, host resources such as an introduction script, a photo guide, and more!
2026 materials will be launched in March.
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