Tier 3
St. John's International Women's Film Festival
St. John's, Canada
- Submission deadline
- 1 June 2026
- Entry fee
- from CAD 25
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries
Last verified 29 September 2026
About St. John's International Women's Film Festival
Since 1989, the St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival (SJIWFF) has proudly championed the creative work of women and gender-diverse filmmakers from around the world. As Canada’s longest-running women’s film festival, SJIWFF is guided by a bold vision of a
Awards this festival can qualify you for
CSA Animated · Canadian Screen Award — Best Animated Short
Auto-linked from the festival's self-declared qualifying status. Verify against current award regulations.
CSA Doc Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Documentary Short Film
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CSA Feature Doc · Canadian Screen Award — Best Feature Length Documentary
Auto-linked from the festival's self-declared qualifying status. Verify against current award regulations.
CSA Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Live Action Short Drama
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St. John's International Women's Film Festival submission FAQ
When is the St. John's International Women's Film Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for St. John's International Women's Film Festival is around 1 June 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to St. John's International Women's Film Festival?
Submitting to St. John's International Women's Film Festival costs from CAD 25 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does St. John's International Women's Film Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. St. John's International Women's Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is St. John's International Women's Film Festival held?
St. John's International Women's Film Festival takes place in St. John's, Canada.
Is St. John's International Women's Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
St. John's International Women's Film Festival is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
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