Accessibility
The Atlantic International Film Festival (AIFF) is committed to becoming an accessible, inclusive, and anti-racist organization. Please find resources on this page that contribute to ensure equitable experiences for audiences, creators, staff, and industry stakeholders.
AIFF is proud to welcome film lovers from all walks of life to enjoy our programming.
If you have further questions about AIFF’s accessibility, please email accessibility@atlanticfilm.ca.
Venue Accessibility Information
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An accessible entrance is available on Spring Garden Road, with elevator access to the left of the escalator towards the rear of the mall. (Next to Medley Market.)
Access to lower theatres is available by stairs or an elevator located next to the arcade area. Water for service animals available upon request.
ATMs available nearby
TD - ATM at Inside Park Lane Mall near mall entrance, next to Samuel & Co.
TD branch and ATM at 5495 Spring Garden Road (Spring Garden Road and Birmingham Street)
Scotiabank - Branch and ATM at 5656 Spring Garden Road (across from Park Lane Mall)
Allows fee-free use for Tangerine
CIBC - Branch and ATM at 5527 Spring Garden Road (Spring Garden Road and Dresden Row)
Allows fee-free use for Simplii
Charges apply for PC Financial Money Account customers
PC Financial - ATM only inside the Shoppers Drug Mart at 5525 Spring Garden Road (Spring Garden Road at Dresden Row)
This is fee-free for PC Financial Money Account customers only
Charges apply for CIBC and Simplii customers
BMO - Branch and ATM at 5506 Spring Garden Road (Spring Garden Road and Birmingham Street)
Across from Roots
CUA - Branch and ATM at 1565 South Park Street
Allows fee-free use for Credit Union customers (e.g. East Coast CU, Coast Capital Savings, Caisse Populaire Uni) and banks on Exchange Network (e.g. Manulife Bank, Motus Bank, National Bank)
RBC - Branch and ATM at 5855 Spring Garden Road (Spring Garden Road and Summer Street)
Next to Public Gardens
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The main entrance is accessible via a patio ramp from the sidewalk. The entrance is not automated, and the second floor is accessible only via a staircase.
An accessible washroom is available on the main level, with gendered washrooms located in the basement via a set of stairs for those who use them. Water for service animals available upon request.
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Located in the wheelchair- accessible auditorium of the Museum of Natural History. Entry is wheelchair- accessible from the south side of the Museum parking lot, that is located on Summer Street. An Accessible washroom is located off the hallway connecting the entrance to the auditorium. Carbon Arc encourages a scent- free space. Water for service animals is available on a self-serve basis from the drinking fountain in the hallway or the sinks in the Project Room.
Gus’s Garden, a green space directly outside of the Museum of Natural History’s building and parking lot, is a fully accessible space accessed via a gate located adjacent to the Halifax Lancers Mews on Bell Road. AIFF events held at Carbon Arc may utilize either the indoor (Carbon Arc) or outdoor (Gus’s Garden) spaces, weather depending.
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There is an accessible entrance to both the upper and lower floors of the building, however there is no elevator inside. The top floor can be accessed from the front door via the parking lot. There is a ramp on the top floor connecting the bar and washrooms to the ballroom space.
The lower floor accessible entrance is to the rear of the building, near the base of a steep driveway towards the pool. This entrance is found adjacent to the patio. There is an accessible washroom stall on each floor within the gendered washrooms. Water for service animals available upon request.
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There is an accessible entrance on Barrington Street, with partially accessible access to the patio on Prince Street (Note: This is on a steep incline and may not be accessible to all users). An accessible washroom is available on the main level of Stardust, with additional gender neutral washrooms available upstairs for those who can use the stairs. Water for service animals available upon request.
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Located at Queen’s Marque. The main entrance on Lower Water Street is fully accessible, featuring automated doors and elevators to access the rooftop. An accessible washroom is available in the Stewart McKelvey offices that connect the elevators to the rooftop.
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Located on the 2nd floor of the Bond Building on Spring Garden Road. The main entrance is fully accessible, featuring automated doors and elevators available to access the 2nd floor. Gendered washrooms are available with accessible stalls.
AIFF Venue Accessibility Audits
Detailed information can be requested for AIFF event venues at the 2026 Festival by contacting accessibility@atlanticfilm.ca, or calling our Box Office at 902-334-1420.
AIFF’s venue accessibility audits are conducted in house each year and evaluate the physical spaces we utilize—such as ramps, doorways, pathways, lighting, amenities and more —to provide detailed, lived-experience metrics for people with disabilities.
AIFF Visual Accessibility Guide
The AIFF Visual Guide is a tool designed to primarily support visitors with sensory sensitivities, autism or neurodivergence to prepare to attend our festival and its associated locations. This document provides photos, layouts, and clear details about physical spaces, lighting and noise levels.
For accessible seating or companion tickets, patrons can reach out to our dedicated accessibility email, accessibility@atlanticfilm.ca, with questions or requests.
AIFF 2026 Festival Venue Map
Please find our Atlantic International 2026 Festival Venue Map HERE.
AIFF x Access 2 Card
The Atlantic International Film Festival has Rainbow Registered accreditation that identifies the Festival and organization as a 2SLGBTQI+ friendly business.
When you see the Rainbow Registered symbol, it means the business or organization meets strict standards for safety, inclusion, and acceptance for 2SLGBTQI+ customers and staff, going far beyond simply displaying a Pride flag.