Join us for BANFF’s international conference, marketplace and Rockie Awards, alongside the world’s top creators, producers, showrunners, talent, networks, studios, streamers, press and media companies.

Legendary Big Bang Theory, Two and a Half Men creator to keynote at BANFF

"Chuck Lorre is a prolific creator who is behind some of the most memorable series and characters in modern history," said Sean Cohan, Chair of the BANFF Board of Directors and President of Bell Media. "His groundbreaking work has shaped generations of storytelling, and we are excited for him to share his unique insights and experiences with the global media community at BANFF." Read more.

Legendary composer Hans Zimmer to be honoured at Rockie Awards

The multi-award-winning composer will be presented with BANFF’s prestigious Career Achievement Award. Zimmer will also take part in an exclusive "In Conversation" panel alongside notable composers from Bleeding Fingers Music, a multiple Emmy Award-winning and BAFTA-nominated composer collective. Read more.

CRTC Chair and CEO to address BANFF delegates

"We are honored that the CRTC Chair and CEO, Vicky Eatrides will be returning to the Festival this year. BANFF welcomes the opportunity to work closely with Chairperson Eatrides and all media and culture sector stakeholders to examine and advance priorities that strengthen Canada's creative industries," said BANFF’s Executive Director, Jenn Kuzmyk. Read more.

Introducing BANFF's Content Advisory Board

Meet the esteemed group of international industry leaders who will be working with the BANFF content team this year to help curate inspiring and innovative session programming. Read more.

Tubi CEO Anjali Sud joins the Festival’s Summit Series keynote lineup

Recognized as a dynamic leader in streaming and media innovation, Anjali Sud will take center stage at BANFF’s 46th edition, offering invaluable insights into the evolving streaming landscape, drawing on her groundbreaking leadership at Tubi, one of the fastest-growing streaming platforms in the world. Read more.

Sony Pictures Television Chairman, Keith Le Goy confirmed as a Summit Series keynote speaker

As the driving force behind all television production operations across the US, Latin America and Europe, Le Goy has overseen a portfolio of globally renowned programming, including SPT's legendary game shows, Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy!, as well as hits like - The Boys, Cobra Kai, The Last of Us, S.W.A.T., Outlander, Shark Tank, and 90-Day Fiancé. Read more.

BANFF announces new Board members, alongside leadership updates

Meet three distinguished industry leaders joining the Festival's esteemed Foundation Board of Directors: Prentiss Fraser, President, Television Distribution, FIFTH SEASON; Andrew Peterson, Head of YouTube Canada; and Jane Rimer, Senior Vice President, Canada, Banijay Rights. Read more.

Sean Cohan, President of Bell Media, elected Chair of the BANFF Foundation Board of Directors

"We're delighted to welcome Sean as incoming Chair to guide BANFF into its next chapter,” said BANFF’s Executive Director, Jenn Kuzmyk. Cohan steps into the role following the tenure of Kevin Beggs, Lionsgate Television Group Chair & Chief Creative Officer, who served as Chair of the Board for three years. Read more.

News

Nominees announced

152 incredible programs, representing 22 countries and selected from entries submitted from 45 countries, are vying for this year's top honours across 30 categories in BANFF's flagship competition recognizing excellence in global screen content. Screen clips from all nominated shows here and meet the nominees at BANFF.

2025 participants announced

BANFF welcomes 75 Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour creators/producers from across Canada to the 8th edition of this renowned market access program. Read more and see all the participants here.

More Festival news

BANFF is truly an international festival…with some of the world’s leading creatives in the industry. Not only did we make great connections during the festival, we’ve had the opportunity to continue those conversations long after we returned home.

- Kate Adler,
EVP Comedy Development, CBS Studios

Attending from the UK allowed me to chat in person with talented producers, IP developers and fellow broadcasters that I wouldn’t usually have the opportunity of doing so with. Conversations are ongoing months after the summit so the value of BANFF can not be understated.

- Aubrey Clarke,
Commissioning Executive, BBC Children’s 7+

Every time I attend BANFF, I come back with new ideas for partnerships and content strategy…this conference is a must attend for anyone in entertainment, both inside Canada and internationally.

- Brad Schwartz,
President of Entertainment, CW

The Banff World Media Festival respectfully acknowledges the Treaty territory in which the festival takes place and the heart of what we do, is located on the traditional lands of Treaty No.7, which is comprised of the Stoney Nakoda Nations of Wesley, Chinki and Bearspaw, and the Blackfoot Confederacy, which includes the Piikani, Kainai and Siksika Nation and, the Dene People of the Tsuut’ina Nation. Treaty No.7 is also shared with Metis people of Region III. This area was also occupied by the Ktunaxa Nation and the Maskwacis people. BANFF’s office is located in Toronto, also known as Tkaronto, which is the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. We also acknowledge that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands. We strive for a respectful partnership with all these peoples – past, present and future – on the path to healing and reconciliation.