Telefilm Canada: Proud Partner of the International Festival of Films on Art

Montreal, February 24, 2011 – Telefilm Canada is pleased to support the 29th edition of the International Festival of Films on Art (FIFA), held in Montreal from March 17 to 27. FIFA works to increase the public’s appreciation and knowledge of the arts by supporting professionals from around the world in the fields of film, television and video.

“FIFA is the most important international event for films on art, and Telefilm is pleased to be affiliated with such a highly cultural festival that, from year to year, sees its reputation and audiences increase worldwide,” declares Manuel Badel, Interim Regional Director, Business Development – Quebec region.
With new themes added to its programming annually, FIFA and its ten days of festivities make for an unparalleled multidisciplinary event for audiovisual works artistic in nature.

Telefilm also salutes the launch of the first edition of the International Art Film Market, from March 24 to 27. The Market promotes skills development and, with presence of several Canadian and foreign professionals, business opportunities for artisans and local productions.
FIFA is a unique film festival in North America and is the most important festival of its kind, presenting the best films on art in the world.
For more information on FIFA and its programming, please visit www.artfifa.com.

About Telefilm Canada
Telefilm Canada is a federal cultural agency dedicated to developing and promoting the Canadian audiovisual industry. Telefilm provides financial support to the private sector to create distinctively Canadian productions that appeal to domestic and international audiences. Telefilm also administers the Canada Media Fund’s programs. Visit www.telefilm.ca.

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Élise Proulx
Telefilm Canada
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