Awards & Recognition
Recognizing vision, originality and the many hands that bring cinema to life.
Every great film is a collective triumph.
IFMA’s wider film awards program recognizes the artistry of filmmakers, production teams and artists across the industry. CIFF’s particular 2026 categories, jury, prizes and eligibility will be listed here once officially announced.
Original storytelling
Honouring ideas that connect with audiences.
Creative vision
Celebrating the directorial point of view.
Performances
Recognizing artistic collaboration on screen.
Filmmaking craft
Appreciating the work behind every frame.
Details are on the way.
The final festival-specific rules and award categories will be displayed here after IFMA approves them.
Categories
Official categories and eligibility requirements to be published.
Jury & Selection
Festival selection and judging information to be confirmed.
Honours & Prizes
Trophies, certificates and any prize terms to be confirmed.
Let your film speak.
Discover the information needed to prepare a film submission.
Visit Submission Page