Film for Thought: Connecting Independent Films to Classrooms, Festivals & Communities

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Want to know how independent films make it to festivals, libraries, classrooms, and beyond?

Join us for a free, interactive Culture Days virtual information session hosted by Moving Images Distribution — a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting Canadian media artists with audiences across Canada and around the world.

This behind-the-scenes informational and networking session is ideal for:

🎞️ Festival programmers

🏛️ Curators and museum professionals

📚 Librarians and educators

🎥 Filmmakers and media artists

💡 And anyone passionate about film as a tool for education, activism and art

Through presentations and Q&A, we’ll explore:

- What kind of films Moving Images distributes — and why

- How artists can submit work to us for distribution

- How institutions can license Moving Images titles for screening or classroom use

- Our most in-demand topics and collections, from Indigenous cinema to experimental film

Plus: Get practical tips on using our online catalogue, meet our team, and network with peers in media curation and cultural programming.

This session is a unique opportunity to connect with the people behind the platform that champions independent media arts in Canada.

90 minute Information Session: Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Starts at 1pm PDT (2pm MDT, 3pm CDT, 4pm EDT, 5pm ADT and 5:30pm NDT)

Zoom link will be shared with attendees who RSVP.

Links

• Donations movingimages.ca
• Watch on demand watch.movingimages.ca

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Moving Images Distribution

Moving Images: Distributing Diverse Canadian Film & Media Art

Moving Images Distribution is a dynamic Vancouver-based not-for-profit that champions independent, creator-driven films from across Canada, especially those by diverse and under-represented voices.

Since its roots in the 1970s, Moving Images has grown into a vital hub for unique film titles, spanning powerful documentaries, experimental art, animation, and compelling narratives. Whether you're exploring Canadian history, delving into Indigenous stories, or examining pressing social issues, our catalogue offers a vibrant mosaic of cinematic experiences.

We are dedicated to connecting these essential works with audiences, making them available for licensing to educational institutions, public screenings, research, and personal viewing across the country. Moving Images believes in the power of film to spark critical thinking, foster meaningful dialogue, and deepen our appreciation for media arts.

Discover the captivating world of Canadian independent cinema at www.movingimages.ca.