The Slamdance Film Festival began in 1995 and runs parallel to the Sundance Film Festival in Park City. The festival, programmed by filmmakers, is dedicated to emerging directors. Slamdance presents 30 features and 70 short films.

Every year, a considerable number of Canadian features, shorts and episodes are selected, and several have won awards in recent years. In 2022, the Canadian selection comprises three features, HONEYCOMB, THERAPY DOGS, and RETROGRADE as well as the miniseries WIPE ME AWAY (Je voudrais qu’on m’efface).

Telefilm Canada recognizes selection of a feature or a short film in the Festival for application to its International Promotion Program.

The late deadline for submissions is September 12, 2022.