The African Canadian International Film Festival  international film festivals holds on Aug 4 – Aug 7, 2026. For four days, film lovers, filmmakers, industry professionals, and media watch the best in new cinema, from established auteurs to new talent. As one of the world’s most important cultural events, the African Canadian International Film Festival consistently strives to set the standard for excellence in film programming. Audacious in its selection and supported by the intelligence and enthusiasm of its audiences, the African Canadian International Film Festival has become the landmark destination for the moving image and is always seeking new ways to engineer creative and cultural discovery through film.