Since 1984, WIFT+ Toronto has provided a community for a wide variety of people from diverse sectors and professional levels of the screen-based media industry. From emerging professionals to senior executives, people involved with WIFT+ Toronto have included: producers, directors, writers, executives, crew, agents, managers, distributors, editors, lawyers, administrators, gamers, digital effects specialists, composers, advertisers, performers, publicists, camera operators, production personnel and, oh, so much more.
Become a Member
Membership Benefits
Deep Discounts & Perks
Minimum 25% discount on all Professional Development courses and programming. Enjoy additional select industry discounts.
Member-Only Resources
Access to our exclusive members directory, member forum on Facebook and member-only events.
Free Ticket to Reception@TIFF
THE party of the Festival. In addition to your free ticket, you may purchase one additional Reception@TIFF ticket for a guest (limited).
Tailor-Made programming
Whether you're starting out, are mid-stream, or have attained executive status, we have programming that fits.
Promote your Work
Promote your work on our social media. Apply for the Annual WIFT+ Toronto Showcase at TIFF Bell Lightbox.
Member-Only Mentorship
Opportunity to apply for mentorship programs including WIFT+ Connect and member-only industry mentorships.
Pricing
Should membership costs be a barrier to you, please contact membership@wift.com to discuss available subsidies, bursaries, and corporate discounts.
Hoping to pay by e-transfer? Contact us for information!
Hoping to pay by cheque? Not a problem! Check our our Q+A page for details or contact us today!
Full
For female-identifying professionals with five or more years working in the screen-based industry.
This membership comes with the ability to vote and/or run for the WIFT+ Toronto and WIFT Foundation Boards.
Annual: $199.00
2-Year Fee: $296.00
DOES NOT INCLUDE HST
(Consider Auto-Renewal payments for a discount on Annual memberships)
Associate
For anyone in the industry, with less than 5 years experience (including men with any level of experience), as well as supporters of WIFT+ Toronto.
Annual Fee: $199.00
2-Year Fee: $296.00
DOES NOT INCLUDE HST
(Consider Auto-Renewal payments for a discount on Annual memberships)
Student/Senior
For current post-secondary students with proper identification/proof of enrollment and for seniors (65+) with proper identification.
Annual Fee: $65.00
DOES NOT INCLUDE HST
Are you a member of another WIFT chapter and considering a Dual Membership with WIFT+ Toronto?
Contact us today to facilitate!
See what people are saying about being a WIFT+ Toronto member
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“I admire all the work WIFT+ does to create space and to celebrate women filmmakers, and I believe having a community like WIFT to step into as I enter my first year after graduation will be invaluable."
Emily Ryder- Recipient of WIFT + Award for Outstanding Female Graduate Sheridan College and Producer at Leo Burnett.”
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“I have been an active member of WIFT+ Toronto for the past few years and I have found it highly beneficial and rewarding. WIFT+ is an invaluable organization that provides high quality events and educational programs.”
-Shannon Skinner, Executive Producer & TV Talk Show Host
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“I am so grateful for the amazing resources I’ve been able to access as a WIFT+ Toronto member. I don’t know how I could’ve done this without you, your team and the work that you do. I absolutely credit my WIFT+ membership with creating a turning point in my career, life and project. The WIFT+ Connect mentorship program has also proven to be an invaluable resource through this time and I am eternally grateful that such an opportunity exists."."
Ruby Gibson - Founder of Brown Eye Films, IDM Future Training & WIFT+ Connect Participant.”
By gaining knowledge and experience, women multiply their capabilities and their confidence. The industry at large benefits from a committed, connected and well-trained workforce.
