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We’re proud to introduce the filmmakers of the 2026 Reel Change Residency CENTRAL & MARITIME CANADA Cohort. Over the past months, these creators have come together through Black Women Film & Media Canada’s Reel Change program to strengthen their projects, build meaningful connections, and support one another as producers and storytellers. Through mentorship, collaboration, and peer accountability, this cohort has been developing powerful stories that reflect the depth and diversity of Black storytelling across Canada. As the residency reaches its closing chapter, we’re excited to hear the pitches they’ve been preparing and to celebrate the work they’ve been building together. ✨ Meet the Reel Change cohort: Prudence Wangu – Toronto @prudence_njeri_official An actress and filmmaker creating psychological thrillers that explore deep fears and the stories society often tries to silence. Mercedes Cardella – Toronto @mercedesjcardella Actor, writer, and producer exploring diverse narratives through her company Magic Carpet Productions, with work spanning film and gaming. Mena Granger – Winnipeg @menagranger05 A Caribbean-Filipino filmmaker whose creative journey began making YouTube skits and has evolved into bold, collaborative storytelling. Chanice Lorde – Halifax @chanicetv An actress, writer, and director whose work blends cultural identity, authenticity, and emotional depth. Nampande Londe – Winnipeg @nam.pande A filmmaker, DJ, and community organizer using storytelling to support cultural liberation and preserve Black creative legacies. Miriam Temesghen – Winnipeg @miriam.temesghen A filmmaker with experience across multiple production roles who is now stepping into directing and producing her own projects. We’re proud to support these filmmakers as they bring their projects forward and continue shaping the future of storytelling in Canada. This program is made possible with support from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) and Telefilm Canada.
We’re proud to introduce the filmmakers of the 2026 Reel Change Residency CENTRAL & MARITIME CANADA Cohort. Over the past months, these creators have come together through Black Women Film & Media Canada’s Reel Change program to strengthen their projects, build meaningful connections, and support one another as producers and storytellers. Through mentorship, collaboration, and peer accountability, this cohort has been developing powerful stories that reflect the depth and diversity of Black storytelling across Canada. As the residency reaches its closing chapter, we’re excited to hear the pitches they’ve been preparing and to celebrate the work they’ve been building together. ✨ Meet the Reel Change cohort: Prudence Wangu – Toronto @prudence_njeri_official An actress and filmmaker creating psychological thrillers that explore deep fears and the stories society often tries to silence. Mercedes Cardella – Toronto @mercedesjcardella Actor, writer, and producer exploring diverse narratives through her company Magic Carpet Productions, with work spanning film and gaming. Mena Granger – Winnipeg @menagranger05 A Caribbean-Filipino filmmaker whose creative journey began making YouTube skits and has evolved into bold, collaborative storytelling. Chanice Lorde – Halifax @chanicetv An actress, writer, and director whose work blends cultural identity, authenticity, and emotional depth. Nampande Londe – Winnipeg @nam.pande A filmmaker, DJ, and community organizer using storytelling to support cultural liberation and preserve Black creative legacies. Miriam Temesghen – Winnipeg @miriam.temesghen A filmmaker with experience across multiple production roles who is now stepping into directing and producing her own projects. We’re proud to support these filmmakers as they bring their projects forward and continue shaping the future of storytelling in Canada. This program is made possible with support from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) and Telefilm Canada.
🎬 Applications are now open for Reel Impact – our programme to ignite change for Black and Global Majority creatives and organisations working behind the scenes. Visit our website for more detail and to apply. Applications close – 21st April 👉 Apply https://filmtvcharity.org.uk/get-support/reel-impact/ #ReelImpact #BlackCreatives #GlobalMajority #CreativeChange #FilmIndustry #SupportDiversity #BehindTheScenes #CreativeOpportunities
🎬 Applications are now open for Reel Impact – our programme to ignite change for Black and Global Majority creatives and organisations working behind the scenes. Visit our website for more detail and to apply. Applications close – 21st April 👉 Apply https://filmtvcharity.org.uk/get-support/reel-impact/ #ReelImpact #BlackCreatives #GlobalMajority #CreativeChange #FilmIndustry #SupportDiversity #BehindTheScenes #CreativeOpportunities
A message to Black Filmmakers 👆🏾🎞️🎥 With the support of the Government of Canada’s Department of Heritage we were able to hear from 25 Black Filmmakers about their journeys, challenges and successes within the film industry. 🗣️💻 You can find more short, impactful clips through our online, self-paced module resource✊🏾🎬 Email us 💌 info@thegetrealmovement.com to get enrolled for FREE! #BlackFilmmaker #Film #FilmStudent #BlackFilms
A message to Black Filmmakers 👆🏾🎞️🎥 With the support of the Government of Canada’s Department of Heritage we were able to hear from 25 Black Filmmakers about their journeys, challenges and successes within the film industry. 🗣️💻 You can find more short, impactful clips through our online, self-paced module resource✊🏾🎬 Email us 💌 [email protected] to get enrolled for FREE! #BlackFilmmaker #Film #FilmStudent #BlackFilms
Changing the Narrative of Black Filmmakers✍🏿🎞️🎥 With the support of the Government of Canada’s Department of Heritage we were able to hear from 20+ Black Filmmakers about their journeys, challenges and successes within the film industry. 🗣️💻 You can find more short, impactful clips through our online, self-paced module resource✊🏾🎬 Email us 💌 info@thegetrealmovement.com to get enrolled for FREE! #BlackFilmmaker #Film #FilmStudent #BlackFilms
Changing the Narrative of Black Filmmakers✍🏿🎞️🎥 With the support of the Government of Canada’s Department of Heritage we were able to hear from 20+ Black Filmmakers about their journeys, challenges and successes within the film industry. 🗣️💻 You can find more short, impactful clips through our online, self-paced module resource✊🏾🎬 Email us 💌 [email protected] to get enrolled for FREE! #BlackFilmmaker #Film #FilmStudent #BlackFilms
Message us to access our FREE, online, self-paced module ✊🏾🎬 💌 info@thegetrealmovement.com Combatting Anti-Black Racism in the Film Industry Workshop is now available and we are giving folks FREE access for a limited amount of time! 📣 💻 This workshop explores the history of anti-Black racism in film, today’s landscape of representation and actionable ways to build equity and belonging across all stages of filmmaking. Includes lived experience from Get REAL speaker and industry pros! 💻 We also have a complementary resource to the Combatting Anti-Black Racism in Film workshop, offering firsthand interviews from Black filmmakers who share their journeys, challenges, and successes within the film industry through short, impactful interview clips. Email us and make sure to share this resource with your friends!! 🙌🏽 #BlackCreatives #Film #FilmIndustry #BlackDirectors
Message us to access our FREE, online, self-paced module ✊🏾🎬 💌 [email protected] Combatting Anti-Black Racism in the Film Industry Workshop is now available and we are giving folks FREE access for a limited amount of time! 📣 💻 This workshop explores the history of anti-Black racism in film, today’s landscape of representation and actionable ways to build equity and belonging across all stages of filmmaking. Includes lived experience from Get REAL speaker and industry pros! 💻 We also have a complementary resource to the Combatting Anti-Black Racism in Film workshop, offering firsthand interviews from Black filmmakers who share their journeys, challenges, and successes within the film industry through short, impactful interview clips. Email us and make sure to share this resource with your friends!! 🙌🏽 #BlackCreatives #Film #FilmIndustry #BlackDirectors
Throwback to DFM 2025 Listen to Samantha Kaine @mizzkaine unpack how government film funding in Canada is structured - and why Black and marginalised filmmakers are actively pushing back against imposed scarcity and restrictive “one-company” narratives. From challenging who gets access to funding envelopes, to disrupting outdated gatekeeping models across Anglophone and Francophone systems, Samantha speaks to the importance of reclaiming space, power, and possibility. Engage with the full session, “Talking Cents: A New Black Film Ecosystem” here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5RD-XqvIMU&feature=youtu.be or visit our website to listen to the full DFM2025 Industry Programme https://durbanfilmmart.co.za/dfm-2025-event-programme/ More about Samantha Samantha Kaine is a Jamaican-Canadian award-winning Producer, mentor, and AREDIA leader with 20+ years of experience driving anti-racism and equity in film and TV. Founder of I.M.P.A.C.T, she has led national initiatives, advanced anti-racism and equity, and curated strategic programs to uplift Black Producers and filmmakers. Her work transforms systems, driving real change across Canada and the U.S.
Throwback to DFM 2025 Listen to Samantha Kaine @mizzkaine unpack how government film funding in Canada is structured - and why Black and marginalised filmmakers are actively pushing back against imposed scarcity and restrictive “one-company” narratives. From challenging who gets access to funding envelopes, to disrupting outdated gatekeeping models across Anglophone and Francophone systems, Samantha speaks to the importance of reclaiming space, power, and possibility. Engage with the full session, “Talking Cents: A New Black Film Ecosystem” here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5RD-XqvIMU&feature=youtu.be or visit our website to listen to the full DFM2025 Industry Programme https://durbanfilmmart.co.za/dfm-2025-event-programme/ More about Samantha Samantha Kaine is a Jamaican-Canadian award-winning Producer, mentor, and AREDIA leader with 20+ years of experience driving anti-racism and equity in film and TV. Founder of I.M.P.A.C.T, she has led national initiatives, advanced anti-racism and equity, and curated strategic programs to uplift Black Producers and filmmakers. Her work transforms systems, driving real change across Canada and the U.S.
As the concentration of “power” rises, let’s refuse to compromise our core values, regardless of circumstances. Creative representation matters. Period. 🎬🎶🎨🎭🖼️📚🌎🤩🙌🏽 #silenttproductions #impact #filmmaking #inclusion #representationmatters
As the concentration of “power” rises, let’s refuse to compromise our core values, regardless of circumstances. Creative representation matters. Period. 🎬🎶🎨🎭🖼️📚🌎🤩🙌🏽 #silenttproductions #impact #filmmaking #inclusion #representationmatters
Women In the Director’s Chair (WIDC) has announced the eight directors selected for the Spring / Summer 2026 edition of its Career Advancement Module (WIDC CAM). After a highly competitive national selection process, this year’s cohort represents British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec and Newfoundland. 🎬 Over the next six months, these directors will receive mentorship, industry connections and career coaching to advance their feature projects and take the next major steps in their directing careers. Meet the 2026 WIDC CAM directors: Andrea Dunne Beth Evans Claudia Medina Constance Hilton Nic Altobelli Sarah Michelle Brown Tamara Scherbak Tricia Black Presented in collaboration with GEMFest in Vancouver and the Female Eye Film Festival in Toronto, the program continues WIDC’s nearly 30-year commitment to advancing mid-career women and non-binary directors across Canada. Congratulations to the entire cohort.
Women In the Director’s Chair (WIDC) has announced the eight directors selected for the Spring / Summer 2026 edition of its Career Advancement Module (WIDC CAM). After a highly competitive national selection process, this year’s cohort represents British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec and Newfoundland. 🎬 Over the next six months, these directors will receive mentorship, industry connections and career coaching to advance their feature projects and take the next major steps in their directing careers. Meet the 2026 WIDC CAM directors: Andrea Dunne Beth Evans Claudia Medina Constance Hilton Nic Altobelli Sarah Michelle Brown Tamara Scherbak Tricia Black Presented in collaboration with GEMFest in Vancouver and the Female Eye Film Festival in Toronto, the program continues WIDC’s nearly 30-year commitment to advancing mid-career women and non-binary directors across Canada. Congratulations to the entire cohort.
🎬 Your filmmaking journey deserves community. At Women of Color Filmmakers (WOCF), our membership program is designed to support storytellers at every stage of their careers. Whether you're looking to connect with other creatives, access educational opportunities, or grow your presence in the industry, WOCF offers a space where filmmakers of color can learn, collaborate, and thrive. ✨ Community & networking ✨ Script Writers Circle & speaker showcases ✨ Workshops, competitions, and events ✨ Member discounts and exclusive opportunities From our Topaz (free) membership to our Platinum tier, there’s a place for you in our growing creative community. 🎥 Join us and take the next step in your filmmaking journey. 🔗 Learn more at link in bio! 🎬 Are you already a WOCF member? Drop your membership tier below! #WomenOfColorFilmmakers #WOCF #DiverseVoicesInFilm #WomenInFilm #IndependentFilmmakers
🎬 Your filmmaking journey deserves community. At Women of Color Filmmakers (WOCF), our membership program is designed to support storytellers at every stage of their careers. Whether you're looking to connect with other creatives, access educational opportunities, or grow your presence in the industry, WOCF offers a space where filmmakers of color can learn, collaborate, and thrive. ✨ Community & networking ✨ Script Writers Circle & speaker showcases ✨ Workshops, competitions, and events ✨ Member discounts and exclusive opportunities From our Topaz (free) membership to our Platinum tier, there’s a place for you in our growing creative community. 🎥 Join us and take the next step in your filmmaking journey. 🔗 Learn more at link in bio! 🎬 Are you already a WOCF member? Drop your membership tier below! #WomenOfColorFilmmakers #WOCF #DiverseVoicesInFilm #WomenInFilm #IndependentFilmmakers
“Getting the right production company on board can be absolutely critical.” — Emma Whitlock In a group mentoring session with our documentary cohort @decolonialdaughter @tassiaquirino @joannasu___ , Emma Whitlock spoke candidly about access, power, and why talent alone is often not enough to move a project forward. Emma reflected on how partnering with an experienced production company can open doors that remain closed to many filmmakers — not because of a lack of ability, but because of how the industry operates. For her, progress came through collaboration: finding allies who can share experience, credibility, and networks — and being strategic about who you bring into your project. Her key takeaway was clear: growth often comes from asking who you can build with, rather than trying to carry everything alone. This insight comes from one of the group mentoring sessions held with participants of lab: Displaced Women Pitch over the past two months. ✨
“Getting the right production company on board can be absolutely critical.” — Emma Whitlock In a group mentoring session with our documentary cohort @decolonialdaughter @tassiaquirino @joannasu___ , Emma Whitlock spoke candidly about access, power, and why talent alone is often not enough to move a project forward. Emma reflected on how partnering with an experienced production company can open doors that remain closed to many filmmakers — not because of a lack of ability, but because of how the industry operates. For her, progress came through collaboration: finding allies who can share experience, credibility, and networks — and being strategic about who you bring into your project. Her key takeaway was clear: growth often comes from asking who you can build with, rather than trying to carry everything alone. This insight comes from one of the group mentoring sessions held with participants of lab: Displaced Women Pitch over the past two months. ✨
In the fall of 2025, Film Training Manitoba (FTM) and DOC Manitoba launched the Northern and Diverse Creators Program to enhance representation and access in Manitoba’s film industry for underrepresented communities. Funded by the Canada Media Fund, the initiative provided 12 masterclasses and roundtable sessions across the province, reaching creatives from Indigenous, Black, Ukrainian, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities. Instructors included: Libby Lea, Charles Konowal, Rory Kennedy, Mark Bailey, and Kevin Nikkel. The sessions were held in a variety of places in Manitoba during the duration of this program, including Brandon, Churchill, Cranberry Portage, Flin Flon, The Pas, and Winnipeg. The program proved to be a great success, exceeding initial expectations with a total of 233 attendees. This program would not have been made possible without the contributions from our key partners: @cmf.fmc, DOC Manitoba, @ukrcancongress, @reelpridewpg, @africanmoviefestivalmb, the Northern Manitoba Sector Council, @assiniboinecollege, @meritmotionpictures, Moxie Films, @frontierschooldivisionmb, and the Central Economic Development Fund (CEDF). FTM made a short recap video that you can watch here or on our YouTube channel, linked in our bio.
In the fall of 2025, Film Training Manitoba (FTM) and DOC Manitoba launched the Northern and Diverse Creators Program to enhance representation and access in Manitoba’s film industry for underrepresented communities. Funded by the Canada Media Fund, the initiative provided 12 masterclasses and roundtable sessions across the province, reaching creatives from Indigenous, Black, Ukrainian, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities. Instructors included: Libby Lea, Charles Konowal, Rory Kennedy, Mark Bailey, and Kevin Nikkel. The sessions were held in a variety of places in Manitoba during the duration of this program, including Brandon, Churchill, Cranberry Portage, Flin Flon, The Pas, and Winnipeg. The program proved to be a great success, exceeding initial expectations with a total of 233 attendees. This program would not have been made possible without the contributions from our key partners: @cmf.fmc, DOC Manitoba, @ukrcancongress, @reelpridewpg, @africanmoviefestivalmb, the Northern Manitoba Sector Council, @assiniboinecollege, @meritmotionpictures, Moxie Films, @frontierschooldivisionmb, and the Central Economic Development Fund (CEDF). FTM made a short recap video that you can watch here or on our YouTube channel, linked in our bio.
Filmmakers: Distribution is Not A Revenue Plan. If you want your film to make money, you need a strategy before release. Join us Monday, 03/16 at 5PM PST for Distribution Is Not a Strategy: Why Your Film Needs a Revenue Plan. This class is open o everyone, bring a filmmaker friend to be your accountability partner. To register, go to https://www.womenofcolorfilmmakers.org/events
Filmmakers: Distribution is Not A Revenue Plan. If you want your film to make money, you need a strategy before release. Join us Monday, 03/16 at 5PM PST for Distribution Is Not a Strategy: Why Your Film Needs a Revenue Plan. This class is open o everyone, bring a filmmaker friend to be your accountability partner. To register, go to https://www.womenofcolorfilmmakers.org/events
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