AIFF PARTNERS

Where Stories Set Sail

29th Edition | September 16-18, 2026 | Halifax, Nova Scotia

Chart Your Course
to Co-production Success

AIFF Partners is a top international co-production market, focusing on feature film and television fiction series, offering opportunities to discover and develop compelling projects, find investments, and start essential partnerships while experiencing maritime hospitality and charm.

AIFF Partners est un marché international de coproduction de premier plan, axé sur les longs métrages et les séries de fiction télévisée. Il offre des opportunités pour découvrir et développer des projets captivants, trouver des financements et nouer des partenariats essentiels, tout en profitant de l’hospitalité et du charme maritime.

Arctic Lens: A Circumpolar Spotlight

Where Northern Stories Connect and Co-Production Opportunities Abound

Discover the cinematic grandeur and distinctive voices of the Circumpolar Region at the 29th edition of AIFF Partners!   Featuring producers and case studies from the remote regions of North the Arctic Lens edition of the market offers a curated focus on the unique stories, creative talent, and emerging co-production opportunities shaping the Circumpolar region.

Arctic Lens will explore perspectives rooted in Indigenous storytelling, as well as narratives shaped by the environmental, cultural, and geopolitical realities defining the region today.

Designed to foster meaningful international and interprovincial partnerships, AIFF Partners pairs producers and decision makers eager to explore co-production opportunities and engage in conversations shaping the future of global screen industries.

What Awaits You

  • Targeted Meetings

    One full day of pre- requested & pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings with key industry players, ensuring focused discussions and valuable connections.

  • Collaborative Roundtables

    Engage in dynamic roundtable sessions, exploring project specifics and brainstorming creative solutions.

  • Insightful Panels

    Gain expert insights from industry professionals on the latest trends and financing strategies.

  • Unparalleled Networking

    Connect with producers, financiers, distributors, and other key decision-makers in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

  • Maritime Charm

    Experience the warmth of Atlantic Canadian hospitality and the stunning backdrop of Halifax's seaside location – the perfect setting for forging lasting partnerships.

  • Atlantic International Film Festival Access

    Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Atlantic International Film Festival.

Set Sail for Success!

Explore co-production opportunities, discover exciting projects, and connect with the heart of Canada’s East Coast film industry.

Call the AIFF Industry department at +01.1.902.334.1431 or email us at industry@atlanticfilm.ca

Our Funders

Thank you to all our amazing partnerships, learn more about the organizations and businesses that support AIFF!