Film Training Manitoba (FTM) is developing programming for 2026 and beyond. We want to hear from Manitoba-based film professionals, companies, and members of our community about workforce training, industry partnerships, and skills development they wish to see. This survey is now closed. Thank you for your feedback! FTM is a non-for-profit charity and member of …
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, July 3, 2026 — For a milestone 15th year, the RBC $15,000 Emerging Filmmaker Pitch Competition returns to the Gimli International Film Festival, celebrating over a decade and a half of turning bold ideas into real films and launching the careers of Manitoba’s emerging filmmaking talent. Five emerging filmmakers will pitch live on …
Film Training Manitoba (FTM) wishes to extend its deepest thanks to Andrew Yankiwski for his exceptional service on FTM’s Board of Directors. Due to FTM’s term limits, Andrew has concluded his board service after serving as Vice-Chair, Chairperson, and Past Chairperson. Andrew caught the audio production bug as a hobbyist in 1992. Andrew co-founded Precursor …
Film Training Manitoba will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, for Canada Day. We will reopen on Thursday, July 2, 2026. FTM is a non-for-profit charity and member of the Province of Manitoba’s Sector Council program funded through the Department of Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation. FTM builds a highly skilled and adaptable …
Film Training Manitoba (FTM) Executive Director Adam Smoluk recently met with acclaimed cinematographer Roy H. Wagner, ASC, for an in-depth discussion about building a successful career in film and television, the importance of hands-on training, and the value of mentorship for the next generation of filmmakers. Wagner’s distinguished career spans more than four decades and includes …
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM)Location: 245 McDermot Ave – 2nd floorRegistrations are now closed! This comprehensive course provides clarity and an expert approach to styling and maintaining textured hair in a fast-paced film environment. This workshop bridges artistic expression and technical continuity, giving participants the knowledge to style and care …
Submissions are now closed, and no further submissions will be accepted for the RBC Emerging Filmmaker Pitch Competition at the Gimli International Film Festival. Thank you to everyone who applied. Event organizers will notify all applicants of the results of their submissions no later than July 12, 2026. Selected participants will receive additional information regarding …
Date: June 13, 2026 (1:00 PM – 3:30 PM)Location: 245 McDermoat Ave – 2nd FloorThis session is now sold out! Pitch Workshop Overview: Film Training Manitoba (FTM) and the Gimli International Film Festival (GIFF) are proud to present a special professional development training session designed to support emerging filmmakers preparing applications for the RBC $15,000 Emerging …