Tier 4
Toronto Jewish Film Festival
Toronto, Canada
- Submission deadline
- 31 January 2027
- Entry fee
- Free to submit
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries
Last verified 30 September 2026
About Toronto Jewish Film Festival
The Toronto Jewish Film Festival (TJFF), presented by the Toronto Jewish Film Foundation, is an annual festival of Jewish-themed cinema from around the world. The 34th annual edition runs June 4-14, 2026. Submission is free of charge.
Awards this festival can qualify you for
CSA Animated · Canadian Screen Award — Best Animated Short
Acceptance into at least two CSA-eligible Canadian festivals qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Doc Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Documentary Short Film
Acceptance into at least two CSA-eligible Canadian festivals qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Feature Doc · Canadian Screen Award — Best Feature Length Documentary
Acceptance into at least two CSA-eligible Canadian festivals qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Live Action Short Drama
Acceptance into at least two CSA-eligible Canadian festivals qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
Toronto Jewish Film Festival submission FAQ
When is the Toronto Jewish Film Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Toronto Jewish Film Festival is around 31 January 2027. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Toronto Jewish Film Festival?
Toronto Jewish Film Festival is free to submit to. Fees can vary by category and deadline tier, so check the official entry page.
Does Toronto Jewish Film Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Toronto Jewish Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Toronto Jewish Film Festival held?
Toronto Jewish Film Festival takes place in Toronto, Canada.
Is Toronto Jewish Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
Toronto Jewish 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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