Canadian Vertical Film Festival

Not Your Average Film Festival — It's an Experience! 🌟
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Join us at the stunning Victoria International Marina—the new home for the Canadian Vertical Film Festival! Nestled on the waterfront with breathtaking views of Victoria's Inner Harbour, this is the perfect backdrop to celebrate the future of filmmaking.

We’re thrilled to have Victoria International Marina as our Gold Sponsor.
The Canadian Vertical Film Festival (CVFF) is the first of its kind in Canada, dedicated entirely to vertical storytelling. It brings together filmmakers, content creators, actors, producers, and industry professionals shaping the future of entertainment.

What to Expect:

🎥 Official Vertical Film Screenings
🎤 Live Industry Panels & Q&A Sessions
🤝 Networking Opportunities
🎶 Music/DJ
🍔 Food & Beverages
🎙️ The CVFF Video Podcast Experience hosted by Farrah Simpson
🏆 An unforgettable Awards Ceremony

We’re excited to announce Chris Loran as our Master of Ceremonies for both daytime and evening festivities!

The Canadian Vertical Film Festival Awards

We'll recognize outstanding artists and production teams in the vertical storytelling medium. Award categories include:

• Best Vertical Film
• Best Vertical Series
• Best Cinematography
• Outstanding Vertical Crew
• Best Director
• Best Performance
  These awards celebrate creativity and collaboration pushing vertical storytelling forward.

Our Partners

This festival wouldn't be possible without our incredible sponsors and industry partners, including Blink49 Studios and VertiGals, supporting the growing vertical creator community. ⭐ A special thank you to Townley Visual Media for managing the event's production experience!

Whether you're a filmmaker, actor, creator, producer, student, industry professional, or just love great storytelling, this festival is your chance to connect with the future of entertainment!
Note: While hosted in Victoria, BC, we proudly welcome submissions from creators worldwide. Let's celebrate vertical storytelling together! 🌍