Montreal, Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - Telefilm Canada and Forum RIDM are pleased to announce a seventh Canadian participation in Docs-In-Progress.
Led by Cannes Docs, the documentary section of the Cannes Film Festival’s Marché du Film, the annual Docs-In-Progress initiative offers an international showcase to feature length documentary projects that have reached an advanced stage of editing or post-production. As part of an agreement between Telefilm Canada and the Marché du Film, a Showcase Canada, featuring four documentaries in post-production, will be presented this year. Forum RIDM will be responsible for coordinating this initiative, selecting the projects and providing preparatory support to the teams.
This call for projects is aimed at Canadian documentary producers and filmmakers seeking an international premiere, sales agents and, more generally, significant international exposure. The deadline for applications is February 27, 2026.
More info on Forum RIDM website.
Cannes Docs will take place as part of the Cannes Film Festival's Marché du Film from May 14 to 19, 2026.
About Telefilm Canada
As a Partner of Choice, Telefilm Canada is a Crown corporation dedicated to the success of Canada’s audiovisual industry, fostering access and excellence by delivering programs that support cultural resonance and audience engagement. With a lens of equity, inclusivity and sustainability, Telefilm bolsters dynamic companies and a range of creative talent at home and around the world. Telefilm also makes recommendations regarding the certification of audiovisual coproduction treaties to the Minister of Canadian Heritage, and administers the programs of the Canada Media Fund. Launched in 2012, the Talent Fund raises private donations which principally support emerging talent.
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About Forum RIDM
Forum RIDM aims to stimulate the production and distribution of independent documentaries, both nationally and internationally, by promoting the exchange of information and meetings between the various professionals in the documentary industry. Roundtables, conferences and workshops on major current issues will bring together over 400 filmmakers and representatives of various production, broadcasting and distribution companies over five days.
Forum RIDM’s 22nd edition will take place from November 20 to 25, 2026.
Information: ridm.ca/en/forum-ridm / info@ridm.ca
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