“I really appreciate WIFT-Toronto’s dedication as an industry advocate for equality, inclusion and access.” – Derek Luis, Principal Analyst, Quebecor Fund. Read more.
Who We Are
Founded in 1984, Women in Film & Television – Toronto (WIFT-T) is a not-for-profit professional organization that supports women in screen-based media (film, television and digital media) to build, advance and sustain their careers nationally and internationally. WIFT-T achieves this through high quality, hands-on programming, mentoring, networking and industry events that recognize the talents and potential of women. Our mission is to enhance the skills of our members so they can become significant decision-makers at all levels of the industry.
View bio and photo of Sadia Zaman, WIFT-T Executive Director.
What We Do
- Provide members with the skills and professional development they need to build, advance and sustain their careers nationally and internationally.
- Mark extraordinary achievement in screen-based media annually through coveted awards and prestigious must-attend events.
- Deliver programs and opportunities that help companies and government entities achieve corporate policy and operational goals.
- Serve as a leading industry resource for information about Canadian women working in screen-based media.
- Offer proprietary research and publications that impact change and policy and provide a platform to promote the status of women.
- Provide a link to the world’s most respected women working in top production centres globally.
- Recognize that diversity is integral to our core principles and strive for diversity in all our undertakings. Read the WIFT-T Diversity Charter.
What We Offer
- Discounted member rates on our year round slate of skills development programming, led by the industry’s top creative and business professionals.
- Access to exclusve industry events, such as the WIFT-T Reception @ TIFF.
- Networking at WIFT-T and industry events, industry markets and festivals in Canada and around the world.
- Email bulletins about WIFT activities globally and industry news at home.
- Annual Crystal Awards industry gala, honouring Canada’s best and brightest in screen-based media.
- For a complete description of our Member Benefits, click here.
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