Canada Pavilion at TIFF: The Market 

Toronto, Ontario, Canada, September 10 to 16, 2026

Deadline to Register for the Canada Pavilion*

August 20, 2026

*Applicants that register before July 31st will be given priority consideration for participation in Canada Pavilion programming 

CALL FOR ENTRIES 

Telefilm Canada is organizing the Canada Pavilion at the new TIFF: The Market. Located in the Metro Toronto Convention Center, the Canada Pavilion will offer Canadians with a Market Badge meeting tables on a first come, first served basis as well as exclusive programming aimed at promoting the Canadian film industry to international delegates. 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 

To participate in the Canada Pavilion at TIFF: The Market, applicants must meet the following requirements: 

  • The applicant must be a Canadian controlled entity within the meaning of the Investment Canada Act
  • The primary activity of the participant must be related to the film, television, or new media industry; 
  • The participants must be accredited for TIFF: The Market. 

DESCRIPTION OF YOUR BENEFITS 

Canada Pavilion Services 

During the TIFF: The Market, Canadian participants registered for the Canada Pavilion will have access to a range of onsite services designed to support business activities and foster industry connections. These amenities are provided to ensure a productive and comfortable experience throughout the event. 

  • Facilities and Amenities 
    • Meeting areas: dedicated spaces are available for your business meetings, offering a professional environment to connect with clients and partners. 
    • Reception desk: a reception desk is staffed to receive and transmit messages, ensuring seamless communication during the market.
       
  • Business Support and Promotion 
    • Access to Coproduction Information: participants will have access to valuable co-production information throughout the market, supporting business development and partnership opportunities. 
    • Networking and promotional activities: when available, you will receive invitations to participate in various networking and promotional events organized under the Canada Pavilion umbrella, helping you expand your professional network. We encourage all participants to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information in their registration forms to ensure effective communication and tailored support during the event. 

As part of an agreement signed between SODEC and Telefilm Canada, any Québec company officially registered at the Canada Pavilion will be able to benefit from the advantages of programming and promotional tools put in place by SODEC, and vice versa. 


HOW TO ACCESS THE DIALOGUE PLATFORM 

  • Please note that this Call for Entries is hosted by Telefilm Canada’s platform, Dialogue Events
  • You must have a Dialogue Account in order to submit to this Call for Entries. 
  • If you receive an error message when clicking on the “REGISTER HERE” button, please ensure that you have created a Dialogue account here
  • If you already have a Dialogue account, but receive an error message, please ensure that you have accepted the new Terms and Conditions from September 2023 under “Tasks”. This process is outlined in the User Guide, page 5. 
  • Please consult the User Guide for further details about the two subjects above, and more. 

MORE INFORMATION 

If you have questions regarding the submission process, please contact Anthea Zeng

If you have question regarding the Canada Pavilion at the TIFF: The Market, please contact Ann-Marie Picard, Advisor, Event Planning & Programming. 

Promotion and Communications 
Telefilm Canada, Montreal  
DL-Festivals@telefilm.ca 
1 800 567-0890