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The Vancouver Short Film Festival is committed to the promotion of the vibrant community of short film, video and new media artists in the province of British Columbia. By showcasing the films of post-secondary students, alumni, and professionals in the same festival, we hope to build ties between emerging and established filmmakers, allowing BC’s film industry to grow and flourish. We provide an arena where all levels of short filmmakers and artists can screen their films in public and support the work of their fellow colleagues.

The Vancouver Short Film Festival Society’s vision is to raise awareness for creative pioneers in the BC film, video and new media industries, including those living in or representing local Aboriginal communities. The festival aims to advance the career goals of artists by providing opportunities for exhibition and distribution, celebrating the achievements of artists working on the Canadian West Coast in the medium of short film, and creating lasting working relationships for filmmakers within the BC Film Industry.