Filmmaking

Gulf Islands Film Co-op

The Gulf Islands Film Co-op was created by David Ohnona and Rutger Kamphuis to support filmmakers from the Southern Gulf Islands by providing accessible filmmaking equipment and mentorship. Both David and Rutger have been an instrumental part of programs and events around filmmaking run by Ptarmigan Arts.

The objective is to assist filmmakers with a peer-to-peer collective, where discussions about specific projects will lead to production and dissemination of those films and
videos. And, hopefully, to provide access to equipment in a catalogued and shareable forum. For now, it will consist of regular meetings to get filmmakers together!

Film Co-op Meetings

The inaugural GIFC meeting will be at 7pm on April 11, 2024 at the Ptarmigan Office.
Join us at the First Ever gathering of the Gulf Islands Film Co-op! Here's a chance to meet with fellow filmmakers, discuss your specific project, and how the Co-op can help with the production and dissemination of your film and/or video.

Pender Island Short Film Festival

A film festival that showcases the works of filmmakers from the Gulf Islands, Vancouver Island and beyond. It provides an outlet for short-form narratives of all genres, from documentary to animation. The event features a meet-and-greet, and is one of the most anticipated gatherings of the year.

PISFF 2024: November 16, Community Hall

Submissions for the Pender Island Short Film Festival are now open! Films must be under 20 minutes. Submit to penderfilmfest@gmail.com