Conference Whistler, Canada

Whistler Film Festival Content Summit 2026

Run by Whistler Film Festival (WFF)

The industry side of the Whistler Film Festival runs four days in early December, with panels, masterclasses, case studies and booked one-to-one meetings with executives. It suits Canadian writers and producers who want time with broadcasters, funders and distributors. The Premium pass also includes a writing workshop that needs advance sign-up.

Starts Dec 2, 2026 (starts in 43 days)

Dates

DeadlineDateFee
Industry Pass, early birdNov 2, 2026CAD 525
Industry Pass, regularNov 30, 2026CAD 635

It runs Dec 2 to 5, 2026 in Whistler.

Deadlines are as the organizer states them. Check the time zone on the official page.

At a glance

Cost
From CA$525Industry Pass, early bird until Nov. 2, plus GST and fees
Held in
English
Where
Whistler, Canada (in person)
Who can attend
Anyone who buys an industry pass.
Prizes
Not a competition. The summit includes pitch competitions, but the page does not name them.

What it gives besides money

Keynotes, masterclasses, case studies, panels and roundtables, festival screenings and parties, and pre-registration for one-to-one meetings with executives. The Premium pass adds a writing workshop and the opening and closing films.

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