Networking Lunch
Tuesday August 19, 2025 1:00-3:00pm
Location: The Lobby Kitchen & Bar
Join fellow film professionals for a casual networking lunch during the festival! Connect, collaborate, and share stories over a mid-day meal at The Lobby Kitchen & Bar. Attendance is free but lunch is à la carte and not included in your ticket. RSVP to secure your spot—space is limited!
Spotlight: The Canada Council
Wednesday August 20, 2025 1:00-3:00pm
Location: Mackenzie Art Gallery
Come discover The Canada Council and how it can support your work as an artist. We’ll cover what you need to know about grants, special initiatives and give you practical advice on funding opportunities, the application portal and the peer assessment process.
The Future of Video Games
Thursday August 21, 2025 1:00-3:00pm
Location: Mackenzie Art Gallery
Curious about the future of video games in Canada? Join a panel of industry veterans as they share personal career highs, hard-won lessons, and what’s really happening behind the scenes in the Canadian video game sector.
Broadcaster One-on-One Pitches
Friday August 22, 2025 2:30-5:00pm
Location: Hotel Saskatchewan
Connect one-on-one with key decision-makers in film and television.
This exclusive networking event offers filmmakers the chance to book short, focused meetings with representatives from leading broadcasters. Gain insights, pitch projects, and build meaningful industry relationships in a professional, low-pressure setting. Spots are limited—register early to secure your sessions.
**Limited Space! Email office @ riffa.ca to request final slots.
Sask Filmmakers Forum
Saturday August 23, 2025 1:00-3:00pm
Location: Hotel Saskatchewan
Open to the public at no charge, RIFFA empowers local filmmakers to build a sense of provincial pride, collaboration, and engagement. Local filmmakers are given the ability to showcase their work and connect with each other and audiences in their own community.
Moderated discussions provide an in-depth exploration of the creative process, challenges, and triumphs encountered by the filmmakers.
