Every year, the Atlantic International Film Festival evolves, not only through the films we present, but through the stories we tell visually. For 2026, our visual identity is rooted in one core idea: Atlantic Canada, frame by frame.

A Festival Inspired by Place

This year’s visual campaign celebrates the landscapes, culture, and cinematic legacy of Atlantic Canada, reimagined through a bold, graphic lens. Each piece in the series highlights a different province:

Nova Scotia (Angus L. Macdonald Bridge)
Newfoundland & Labrador (Signal Hill)
New Brunswick (Hoewell Rocks)
Prince Edward Island (Point Prim Lighthouse)

From iconic coastlines to historic landmarks, these visualsare stylized interpretations designed to capture the spirit of place.

A Unified Visual Language

Rather than replicating each province’s real-world colours or geography, the 2026 visuals embrace a cohesive system:

Vibrant gradients and layered textures
Paper-cut inspired depth and dimension
Film strip framing to reinforce cinematic storytelling
A bold, contemporary colour palette aligned with AIFF branding

The result is a series that feels both distinct and unified, much like Atlantic Canada itself.

Where Film Meets Landscape

Atlantic Canada has long been a source of cinematic inspiration. From global productions to local storytelling, this region has shaped film in ways both seen and unseen. This year’s visuals reflect that legacy:

A lighthouse standing against the coastal wind
Rugged rock formations carved by time
A bridge connecting communities across the harbour
A signal point looking out toward the open Atlantic

Each scene becomes a “frame”, a moment frozen in time, much like the films we celebrate.

From Atlantic Canada to Everywhere

At its heart, AIFF is about connection. Rooted in Atlantic Canada, reaching across the world. This year’s visual direction reinforces that idea — showing how stories that begin here can travel far beyond.

Key Dates for AIFF 2026

Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
September 16–23, 2026

July 22 — Early Bird Passes (10% off) + Opening Night Film Announcement
August 12 — Full Program Announcement + Tickets On Sale
September 3 - Trailer Party at Carbon Arc
September 14 — In-person Box Office Opens
September 16–18 — AIFF Partners Industry Conference
September 16–23 — Atlantic International Film Festival
September 23–27 — AIFF Online

See You This September

As we count down to the festival, these visuals are just the beginning. More announcements, films, and stories are on the way. Until then, explore, share, and get ready. Atlantic stories are waiting.

AIFF 2026: A Visual Journey Across Atlantic Canada