Vancouver Film Festival Announces 2026 Juried Award Winners
Key Takeaways
- The 45th VIFF announced its 2026 juried award winners.
- 'Nina Roza' by Geneviève Dulude-De Celles won the Summit Award.
- Nyla Innuksuk’s 'In the Heart of the South' captured the Horizon Award.
- Winners highlighted diverse themes including immigration, community, and environmental preservation.
The 45th Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) announced its 2026 juried award winners, celebrating exceptional achievements in global and Canadian cinema. Geneviève Dulude-De Celles’ 'Nina Roza' captured the Summit Award for its compassionate exploration of the immigrant experience, identity, and a return home after nearly three decades.
Meanwhile, Nyla Innuksuk’s 'In the Heart of the South' secured the Horizon Award, lauded for its strong performances and polished cinematic vision. Other notable winners included Marie Clements’ 'How We Stand' and Banchi Hanuse’s 'Ceremony', highlighting the festival's diverse and impactful programming.
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