Pender Island Short Film Festival
Photo Credit: Rutger Kamphuis
A film festival that showcases the works of filmmakers from the Southern Gulf Islands and beyond. It provides an outlet for short-form narratives of all genres, from documentary to animation. The event features filmmakers of all ages, abilities and locations – from professionally produced projects to new creators – it is one of the most anticipated gatherings of the year.
2026 PIsff RETURNS!
Nov 14th | 7pm Screenings
Nov 15th | 9:30am filmmaker forum
For tickets and more info please click here!
SUBMISSIONS will open until November 1st. Films must be less than 15 minutes in length and may not be A.I. generated. To learn more online, click here. Questions and submissions can be sent to penderfilmfest@gmail.com.
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@pendershortfilmfest on Instagram
Pender Island Short Film Festival on Facebook
Check out the 2025 PISFF Teaser Trailer!
Once Upon An Island – A Webseries
Presented by Ptarmigan Arts, with funding from Victoria Foundation and New Horizons Canada.
Historical vignettes created by Leon Willey & David Ohnona.