The Okanagan Film Commission is lining up a slate of indie films shooting in Vernon & North Okanagan from June to November 2025 — and we need YOU. We’re building a roster of skilled professionals in all departments to support these productions and show the industry we’re ready to roll. 📍 Vernon & North Okanagan📅 Production runs June–November📧 Apply: info@okanaganfilm.com🔗 Keep profiles updated…
Welcome to the first episode of The Okanagan Film and Animation Spotlight created in conjunction with Castanet. This monthly series will pull back the curtain on the film and animation world in the Okanagan. Check out the first episode here!
If you’re a filmmaker in the Okanagan region, no doubt you’ve heard about the Okanagan Film Awards. If it’s on your radar you should know time is running out to get a submission in. Categories include: So if you’ve dreamed of getting your work on the big screen, now’s your chance so submit today!
If you haven’t heard of it yet, the SnakeBite Film Festival in Penticton is growing to be one of the more popular Film Festivals in the Okanagan. Last year, after teaming up with OSIF, the festival filling almost 1200 seats during the four day festival. That being said, with tickets now on sale, it might…
OSIF is proud to, once again, host the Okanagan Screen Awards. The Okanagan Screen Awards is a prestigious, red carpet Film Festival celebrating Local Film & Local Talent in the Okanagan Valley. Screening everything from Films, Docs, Commercials, Music Videos Animation, and more, this festival creates opportunity for like minded creatives to showcase their work,…
Guess what? It’s that spooky time of year again, where local horror fans and filmmakers creep out of the woodwork! And thanks to OSIF, HorrorFest has returned. What is HorrorFest? Only the ultimate cinematic celebration of all things terrifying and macabre. HorrorFest brings together the most haunting films from around the Okanagan. For more information,…
Thanks to TELUS a brand-new 30 minute video titled “Beyond The Powder” has just been launched (and yes…you get to watch it here!) This feature documentary includes some amazing historic footage, conversations with locals including our Fire Chief, President and CEO, Canada’s number one female snowboard instructor, a Big White Ambassador, Sales Director, Senior Vice…
Telus STORYHIVE fund has been helping filmmakers launch their careers for years now – but mainly for those in the documentary world. But this year, they’ve branched out and awarded 40 individuals in BC and Alberta $20,000 each and invited them to be part of the TELUS STORYHIVE Scripted Edition! Those chosen will also receive…
Okay. We may be stretching the truth on that one a little bit. The reality was there were fewer films this year, and according to attendance records, there were fewer fans. It seems like the Toronto Independent Film Festival has been the hotspot for distributors and filmmakers alike for decades to meet and ink deals,…
That’s right, everyone. OSIF‘s hugely popular HorrorFest is back again for it’s 15th year! HorrorFest brings together the most haunting films from around the Okanagan. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the heart of darkness, where every shadow holds a secret and every scream echoes in the night. Are you brave enough to embrace…
The Okanagan Film Commission endeavours to cultivate a prosperous regional film and animation industry by promoting and delivering exceptional services to local and international production companies alike. With over three decades of experience, we stand out as industry leaders in British Columbia, committed to bolstering local businesses and creating job opportunities for our talented crew members.
