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WIFT+ Toronto members are entitled to discounts on all our programming, and we seek out deals on many other goods and services too. Bookmark this page and log in below for promotional codes and details on accessing these deals.
WIFT International is delighted to partner with the IMDb Pro Affiliate Programme. This means that all WIFT International members receive a 30% discount on IMDb Pro (1 year subscription only- does not apply to monthly payments) and their amazing tools for finding industry contacts, in-development information, industry lists, and Discover’s powerful search filters.
Enter the promo code below and login.
Promo Code: WIFTIAFF24
Offer expires 12/31/24 and may not be combined with other offers. Entering in a new promo code will override any existing discount that has been applied to your account. Promotional discounts will be applied at the start of your next billing cycle.
Industry registration opens on June 3 for the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival and TIFF is pleased to offer WIFT Toronto members an exclusive discount on their Industry Pass, or the Conference Pass and it is a BIG one! These discounts are greater than the early bird discount offered by TIFF and the 2 discounts cannot be combined. Prices do not include HST.
Learn more about passes by watching our How To TIFF It session with Brittany Allan, Senior Manager of Industry Sales & Services at TIFF
TIFF is pleased to offer WIFT+ members an exclusive discount on their Industry Pass, or their Conference Pass
Industry Pass
$535.00 WIFT Discount Price (starting June 3)
$650 TIFF Early Bird
$760 Regular Price
Conference Pass
$250 WIFT Discount Price (starting June 3)
$430 TIFF Early Bird
$505 Regular
The following discount code is up and running up to midnight on Sept 10. One use per customer. Applies to dress rental only. Can be used in store or online.
CODE: WIFT2024
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TIFF loves WIFTies!
TIFF Industry membership combines all the benefits of regular membership with exclusive perks geared toward film industry professionals include:
● Free tickets to TIFF’s year-round Industry programming events at TIFF Lightbox
● Networking Events
● Early-bird discounts on festival accreditation rates
● Exclusive rates on cinema rentals
● Discount festival film submission fees
TIFF is offering WIFT+ Toronto members a 20% discount on their first year of industry membership when they sign up before December 31, 2024 by emailing industry@tiff.net with the code 24WIFT
Craving more movies? As a WIFT Toronto member, you receive one whole month of MUBI to stream award-winning movies from around the globe. A new one is hand-picked everyday – from iconic directors to emerging auteurs, there’s always something incredible to discover.
Head to MUBI.com/WIFTToronto to redeem your extended free trial now!
Submissions are open now until Sept 15th.
Code: GEMFST25XWIFTTO
FilmFreeway Link: https://filmfreeway.com/GEMFest
Eligibility:
All films submitted must have a woman or gender-diverse creative in at least three of the following eight key creative roles: Writer, Producer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Composer, Lead Performer and Production Designer.
• The same creative may fill more than one role.
• If any of the three eligible roles are shared (such as between two co-directors), they must be shared by women or gender-diverse creatives, except for the producer role, where 50% of the producers must be women or gender diverse.
• Films must reflect these credits in their submitted material, including in the credits of the film.
Gender-diverse is an umbrella term used to encompass transgender, non-binary, two-spirit, gender non-conforming individuals. If you are not sure whether your film is eligible based on your gender expression, please feel free to contact us at submissions@gemsvancouver.org for clarification.
For 27 years, The Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival (Reel Asian) has celebrated the best of Asian cinema and fosters an Asian Canadian film community in the GTA. Become a Reel Asian member to unlock special access to year-round and festival events.
As a WIFT+ Toronto member, you enjoy an exclusive 50% discount on our Reel Supporter level membership. That is $75 dollars off! Use the code WIFT50 when you purchase a Reel Supporter membership here.
As a Reel Supporter member, your benefits include:
Access
- Advance Access to Festival tickets
- 4 Tickets to In-person Festival Screenings and Events
- Unlimited VOD Access to Digital Festival Programming and Events
- Tickets to Co-Presentation Screenings
- Invitation to Year-Round VIP Events
Perks & Goods
- 15% Discount on Festival Merchandise
- 20% Discount on Year-Round Programming (+ complimentary screenings)
- 20% Discount on Additional Festival Tickets
Communication
- Programmers Picks – curated film recommendations
- Member E-newsletters with Exclusive Offers
- Year-end Impact report
- Recognition on Reel Asian Website
Pay it forward (benefits to share with friends & family):
- 20% Family and Friends discount code for additional tickets
USE DISCOUNT CODE: WIFT50
IO Connect: Summer Mixer 2024 is ALMOST HERE!
Interactive Ontario is hosting its latest IO Connect, a series of networking mixers exclusive to the video game and XR industry. They have offered our community 30% off general admission! Tickets are available for purchase below. If you are attending XP Game Summit, please claim your free ticket through communications sent via XP Gaming.
- June 13th, 6:30 PM-12 AM
- The Great Hall, Toronto, ON
- Live DJ
- Drink Ticket(s) & Complimentary Provisions (non-alc options available)
- Video Game Demo Stations
- 360 Photo Booth
- Networking opportunities with your industry peers
- and More!
Tickets are selling fast, and we want your community to grab their tickets before we sell out!
IOWIFT30
A REMINDER. All Interactive Ontario Members are eligible for IO Member pricing, the steepest discount available, and are therefore ineligible for this promotion. Also, XP Game Summit 2024 attendees already receive their IO Connect tickets as part of their conference/VIP pass. If you are attending XP, please RSVP to IO Connect to secure your place today!
We are very excited to announce that WIFT-T has partnered with Perkopolis to provide you with over 5000 exclusive perks! Perkopolis is Canada’s largest employee perk program with offers available across Canada and globally. Register using the Link below to access perks on shopping, travel, and attractions. You can save on top brands including Apple, Lenovo, Adidas, Westjet, IHG Hotels and Resorts, and more.
Please note, when signing up for Perkopolis, you will receive a time-sensitive registration link via email that will remain active for roughly 15 minutes.
The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF), one of the world’s leading animation events, runs from Sept 25 - 29, 2024. Experience the legendary event for yourself to get inspired by innovative animation from around the world, participate in special events, and make new connections in the animation industry.
WIFT-Toronto members receive a $20 association discount off the price of a festival pass (AnimaPass, TAC AnimaPass, or TAC & OIAF 3-Day Pass). To receive the discount, enter the discount code WIFTtoronto24 at checkout. Your discount can be applied on the Early Bird rate which ends Jul 23, 2024.
Travelling to Ottawa for the Festival? For more information on hotels and travel availability and discounts visit our website.
For up-to-date information about festival programming and schedules, visit the OIAF website. To learn more about passes and place an order head over to the box office.
If you have any comments, questions, or require assistance, contact the Ottawa International Animation Festival at 613-232-8769 or office@animationfestival.ca.
BANFF WORLD MEDIA FESTIVAL (June 9-12, 2024)
Celebrating 45 years of legacy and charting the future of the Canadian and global content industry
Join BANFF’s international conference, marketplace and Rockie Awards, alongside the world’s top creators, producers, showrunners, talent, networks, studios, streamers, press and media companies.
With a 45-year tradition, and set in one of the most inspiring locations on the planet, BANFF is where partnerships are forged and new films and series are pitched, developed and greenlit across scripted, unscripted and kids content.
WIFT members save $400 off the full Festival Pass rate with the promo code BWMF24WIFT (valid until the event).
Register at banffmediafestival.com
Please NOTE: If you have already purchased a Festival Pass we are not able to facilitate a refund of the difference in cost as the purchase is made directly with BANFF who are unable to offer refun ds after the purchase of a pass at the regular price
Register at banffmediafestival.com
- Adam Feigen | Development Executive, Series and Movies, Incendo Media
- Jocelyn Hamilton | President, Television, eOne Canada
- Carlyn Klebuc | General Manager, Original Programming, Bell Media
- Tom Hastings | Head of Original Programming, Paramount+ Canada
- Rachel Nelson | VP Original Programming Corus Entertainment & Head of Corus Studios
- Mark Montefiore | CEO, New Metric Media
- Virginia Rankin | Executive Producer, Scripted TV, Blink 49
- Daniel Beckerman | President, Good Question Media
- Matt Orenstein | VP Acquisitions and Strategy, Vortex Media
Our friends at The Writers Lab are celebrating their 10th anniversary!
The discount code TWL2024_WIF will get you $20 off at checkout
Supported by Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman, The Writers Lab is the only program in the world devoted exclusively to script and career development for women and nonbinary writers 40+.
International submissions of both Features and Pilots (both 1-hour and ½-hour) in English will be considered. They will select approximately 12 promising writers for an in-person retreat in New York in November, 2024. (Dates subject to change.)
During the four-day Lab, Mentors and Writers engage in rigorous script development through one-on-one mentor meetings, small group and panel discussions, peer workshops, story rooms, and more. In the following months of ongoing development, TWL mentors guide writers through the revision process with actionable feedback and offer strategic advice and advocacy with the help of partners, industry leaders, and their talented peers.
Previous TWL lab winners have gone on to make The Black List, secure management, and have their screenplays produced.
Deadline to apply: April 4th
For more information, please visit: The Writers Lab
To apply directly: The Writers Lab US (2024) - Coverfly
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We're excited to announce our partnership with HUSSLUP, a professional network for creative talent working in entertainment. HUSSLUP connects us with each other and with the studios and production companies that need to hire us. And now you can jump the waitlist and join for free to connect with their impressive community of filmmakers!Want to learn more? Check out our recorded info session HERE
HUSSLUP boasts over 7,000 creatives and 65% of HUSSLUP’s members self-identify as diverse. They are democratizing Hollywood’s old clique with one click.
Big Opportunities with Great Companies!HUSSLUP is partnered with 50+ studios and production companies including NBCU, Keshet, AGBO, and World of Wonder, to help them staff great talent.
InitiativesAs a member of HUSSLUP, you’ll have access to member mixers, AMA sessions with industry experts, pitch competitions, workshops, and much more.
Your Golden TicketJump the waitlist and join this exclusive network to fast-forward your career! Here's your invite code: 252403 (exclusive to WIFT+ Toronto Members)
Need help? Reach out at support@husslup.com.
Looking to take your leadership to the next level? The Art of Leadership Women returns this June with its 11th national tour!
This unique one-day conference features an empowering lineup of speakers and topics curated to share strategies and insights on the most critical issues facing leaders today. Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to develop your leaders, engage your talent, and build high-performing teams. Join us for an inspiring day of learning, networking, and championing change for women.
Use promo code WIFT40 and save $50 off each pass, or save $100 off each pass for groups of 5 or more - visit and register today!
Revolutionize your workflow with Scriptation, the Emmy® Award winning PDF annotation app that instantly transfers your notes — including shotlists, diagrams, photos, and facing pages — into new drafts in seconds. Scriptation allows you to digitally mark up scripts, separate notes into layers, track changes across revisions, and more. Whether you’re on set, at home, or on the go, Scriptation makes it easy to collaborate and stay connected with your team. For iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
WIFT members get an exclusive 20% OFF their first year of Scriptation Industry Pro (reg $99.99 CAD, now $79.99). To redeem your discount, go to scriptation.com/wift from your iOS device.
WIFT Toronto members can register for LIFT's 2024 seasonal workshops (online and/or in-person) at the LIFT Members' rate until December 31, 2024.
LIFT Workshops have limited enrollment. Registration is not confirmed until payment has been received in full. All workshops take place at LIFT unless otherwise noted (Gladstone entrance after 6 pm). Workshops are subject to schedule, instructor, or content changes and may be canceled at the discretion of LIFT. All registered participants will be notified of any cancellations or schedule changes. LIFT will refund full registration fees to those participants unable to make rescheduled dates or cancellations.
*Please note: this discount code is only valid on LIFT workshops; it is not valid for LIFT memberships.
USE DISCOUNT CODE: WIFTTORONTO_2024_LIFT
valid until December 31, 2024.
PLAYBACK – WIFT TORONTO MEMBER OFFER 2024
WIFT Toronto members can save over 30% on the 2024 Premium Annual Subscription to Playback with the promo code WIFT2024.
Go beyond the headlines of industry news and developments with a 30% discount on Playback’s Premium Annual Subscription Playback™ is Canada’s go-to source for screen industry news & analysis. Playback's seasoned journalists are dedicated to reporting up-to-the-minute news via daily email newsletters, as well as extended coverage in online features and print issues.
Offer includes:
· Full access to PlaybackOnline.ca for a year
· Playback Daily e-newsletter and weekly Hot Sheets
· Complimentary issues of Playback magazine (as available)
To subscribe using your promo code please visit playbackonline.ca/subscribe
Raindance Toronto welcomes the extension and community that builds together, from our corner of the world with such great organizations as “Women in Film & Television”. As we celebrate 30 years of Raindance’s Film Festival and the roots of it, that matriculated from Ontario born & raised Elliot Grove, we offer a WIFT membership perk to keep our industry as connected as possible.
Use password wift25 for 25% off a Raindance Membership
Use password WIFTTORONTO for 20% off any Raindance Course
22nd FEMALE EYE FILM FESTIVAL
For more information : https://filmfreeway.com/FemaleEyeFilmFestival
WIFT Discount Code: WIFTT2024
Armstrong Acting Studios, established in 1997 by Dean Armstrong, is a professional film + tv training facility for working actors and a testing ground for emerging talent. With over 30 working actor instructors and over 10,000 actors, we offer classes for all ages and levels, audition coaching, and self-tape services nearly every day, all year round!
Armstrong Acting Studios is happy to offer a 10% discount* (using code WIFTxAAS) off of AAS classes to WIFT members. To take advantage of this discount when registering for classes, email the AAS Studio Manager James Loh at office@armstrongactingstudios.com
*Please note this discount cannot be combined with other ongoing discounts in place at the studio.
Playback Film Summit
October 24-25, 2023 Playback, Canada’s leading screen business publication is back with the 3rd edition of its signature virtual event and marketplace to ignite future film projects, foster new partnerships, and provide a critically needed platform for conversations about the present and future of film development, financing and production in Canada.
Tune in for two days of film-focused keynotes, expert panels, interactive case studies, and online meeting opportunities connecting you on screen with the top indie film buyers, distributors and financiers.
Association partner rate: $175 (regular rate: $225)
Your exclusive promo code: PB23WIFTTO
Learn more and register at filmsummit.playbackonline.ca
Content Canada is Back
September 11 – 13 at Toronto’s Drake Hotel
Content Canada’s dynamic program will showcase the industry’s top companies and executives through Spotlight Sessions, fireside chats, panel discussions, all happening alongside Content Canada Connects – our new bustling marketplace that will offer access to key decision makers and companies through one-on-one and small-group meetings.
Visit their website (Content Canada 2023) to purchase ticket and enter the discount code: WIFT-CC2023
20% off Rentals at Vistek and special exclusive VIP pricing on purchases - discounts must be applied at time of purchase/rental – in-store Only – some exclusions apply (non-discountable items). Regular terms and conditions / deposits and/or insurance apply for rentals. Discounts not to be combined with any other offer.
Valid at all Vistek locations
USE DISCOUNT CODE: WIFT2017VIP
Contact Mike Paterson by email at michael.paterson@company3.com
WIFT Toronto members receive a 10% discount on all Dynamix Solutions IT services.
Contact Danny Vasic by email at dvasic@dynamixsolutions.com or by telephone at 416-657-2449 ext. 6659.
TIFF is pleased to offer WIFT+ members an exclusive discount on tickets for the Canada’s Top Ten Industry Forum taking place Thursday, January 25 for only $22.50 (regularly $45) with the code 24CTTINDFORUM.
The Forum will bring the most prominent discussions to the TIFF Lightbox stage, including a panel with key industry leaders in the streaming space including Paramount+ and Crave, an in-depth discussion on accessibility in the industry, and a follow-up to last year’s discussion on Bill C-11 where we hear directly from the broadcasters and production companies themselves. Tickets include access to the Canada's Top Ten Opening Night Reception, following the day's programming.
Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone on (416) 599-2033, or in-person at the Box Office at TIFF Lightbox.
The Media Concierge is proud to offer a 10% WIFT discount for broadcast media services: Video Quality Control (QC) Evaluation Reports, Closed Captioning & Described Video, Packaging & Conformance for Broadcast Networks & VOD Deliveries, International Standards Conversions / PAL Mastering (UHD/4K, HD or SD), Secure Big Data Uploading, Broadcast Transfers & Digital Archiving (from HDCAM SR to 1”); DCP, Blu-ray & DVD Mastering, and LTO-7 Data Protection.
Visit themediaconcierge.com for more information. Mention that you're a WIFT Toronto member to access the discount.