The Arctic Indigenous Film Fund (AIFF), in partnership with Telefilm Canada and the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO), is excited to announce the third edition of the Witness Short Film Series. This professional training and mentorship program is designed to support early career Arctic Indigenous filmmakers from across the Circumpolar North, including Canada, Sápmi, Russia, Alaska, and Greenland.

The program offers a unique opportunity to develop skills in documentary storytelling, cinematography, production management, and impact producing. Participants will receive hands-on training and mentorship from experienced Indigenous filmmakers, explore ethical filmmaking practices, and gain insights into international co-productions. Selected filmmakers will be awarded a training grant to produce a 3–5 minute short film exploring climate change from an Indigenous perspective.

Applications are open now!

The extended deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 2, 2025. For more details and application guidelines, read the call for proposals here.