National Screen Institute - Canada (NSI)

08/28/2026

Training matters most when it creates opportunities to move forward.

That was one of the ideas we shared with the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, when he visited the National Screen Institute this week.

We spoke about how we build lasting career pathways for Canadian storytellers through training, mentorship and professional connections. We also shared how we’re evolving to meet the changing needs of creators and communities across Canada.

Minister Miller heard directly from alum Dinae Robinson, Ande Brown and Alice Teufack, who spoke about how their National Screen Institute experiences have supported their careers and opened new possibilities.

Their experiences reflect the broader impact of investing in the people behind Canada’s stories. Supporting creators in building sustainable careers also ensures more Canadian stories, cultures and perspectives are represented on screen.

Thank you to Minister Miller and his team for joining us and for the thoughtful conversation.

08/11/2026

Last year, 64 productions were filmed in Manitoba, accounting for more than 1,400 shooting days across the province.

Behind every production is a crew with specialized skills, from camera and lighting to production, locations and directing.
At the National Screen Institute, our programs are designed to help people develop those skills through hands-on training, mentorship and industry connections. By creating pathways into the screen industry, we help prepare emerging creators for careers in film and television while supporting the workforce that productions rely on.

Explore our programs through the link in our bio to learn how we’re helping people get started in the screen industry.

Source: Manitoba Film & Music Annual Report, 2024–2025.https://www.mbfilmmusic.ca/uploads/documents/7948-mfm-annual-report-web.pdf

08/06/2026

What does it take to build a stronger screen industry?
 
It starts by creating space for storytellers to share their experiences, learn from one another and connect with peers and industry professionals.
 
At this year’s Gimli International Film Festival, the National Screen Institute hosted Every Story Has the Power to Inspire Change, a conversation exploring the importance of Indigenous storytelling, career pathways and the impact of CBC New Indigenous Voices.
 
Moderated by National Screen Institute manager of programs and development Sarah Simpson-Yellowquill, the panel featured CBC New Indigenous Voices alum Nathaniel Jordan Magbanua, Dinae Robinson, Lindsay Jade, Matthew Shoup and Roger Boyer, representing cohorts from 2007 to 2024. Together, they reflected on their careers, the role of authentic storytelling and how mentorship, community and opportunity continue to shape their work.
 
Thank you to Gimli International Film Fest, our panelists and everyone who joined us and contributed to the conversation. 

07/31/2026

The stories we tell shape how we see ourselves, each other and the world around us.
 
At the Gimli International Film Festival, National Screen Institute alum shared what storytelling means to them by finishing one sentence: “Every story has the power to...”

07/22/2026

The Gimli International Film Festival is here and National Screen Institute storytellers are part of it.

This year's festival features films from alum, including a finalist competing in the RBC Emerging Filmmaker Pitch Competition, as well as an Indigenous storytelling panel led by manager of programs and development, Sarah Simpson-Yellowquill

Join us as we celebrate the filmmakers making an impact on screen and behind the scenes, and learn more about the alum and programming we're bringing to the Gimli International Film Festival here: https://nsi-canada.ca/alum-at-giff/

National Screen Institute celebrates alumni, Indigenous storytelling and emerging filmmakers at GIFF 2026.

07/21/2026

A film production does more than make a movie. When a production comes to town, it creates work for local crews, supports businesses and gives communities the opportunity to share their stories with wider audiences.

Behind every production are people with the skills and experience to make it happen.

That's why the National Screen Institute invests in hands-on training, mentorship and industry connections that help creators build careers while strengthening Canada's screen sector.

07/14/2026

Every career in film, television or digital media starts somewhere. Canada's screen industry supports more than 181,000 jobs and it's continuing to grow.

As demand for skilled professionals increases, so does the need for clear pathways into the industry. From producing and directing to camera, lighting and post-production, every department depends on talented people.

We're helping build the skilled workforce Canada's screen industry needs by preparing the next generation of professionals for meaningful, long-term careers.

Learn more about our programs here: https://nsi-canada.ca/programs/

Source: Canadian Media Producers Association, 2026 https://profile.cmpa.ca/en

Image courtesy of Curtis Pilon

07/09/2026

Last week, we celebrated the CBC New Indigenous Voices graduation at Winnipeg Film Group’s Dave Barber Cinematheque, recognizing an important milestone as participants prepare to begin screen industry internships across Canada.
 
A special congratulations to Cole Clark, Kim Coltman, Canaan Kejick, Lindsay Larocque, Cyrus Maytwayashing, Roni McGillivary, Tyrell Rowan, Lisa Rueckert, Everett Sokol and Chey Wright. We look forward to following your journeys!
 
This year’s celebration was especially meaningful as we also marked 10 years of CBC’s support as title, presenting and tuition sponsor of the program. For a decade, that partnership has helped emerging Indigenous storytellers gain the skills, experience and industry connections to launch their careers.
 
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CBC New Indigenous Voices 2026 is funded in partnership with CBC, marking 10 years of support as Title, Presenting and Tuition Sponsor; Program Partners Manitoba Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism, Neeginan Education, Training and Employment Services, Inc. (NETES), Telefilm Canada; Strategic Sponsors BC Film Foundation, Creative BC, The Winnipeg Foundation; Director / Production Sponsor Directors Guild of Canada (DGC); Provincial/Territorial Sponsors  Manitoba Film & Music, Creative Saskatchewan, ScreenSask Apprenticeship Stream Training Program, Northwest Territories Film Commission; Industry Partners  Final Draft, Eagle Vision, Talon Production Services; Industry Supporters IATSE 856, On Screen Manitoba, Wookey Films, Big Sky Studios; Service Sponsor Line 21 Media Services. National Screen Institute Core Funders are Manitoba Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism, the City of Winnipeg through the Winnipeg Arts Council, Rogers.

07/06/2026

Last month, we celebrated the conclusion of NSI Intro to Production – Manitoba Francophone edition with a wrap-up luncheon at Théâtre Cercle Molière.
 
Over 11 days of online and in-person training, participants gained hands-on experience across every stage of film and television production before coming together to celebrate their achievements, share a meal, watch a selection of French-language short films and connect with Francophone screen industry professionals.
 
Congratulations to this incredible cohort! We can’t wait to see where your storytelling journeys take you next.
 
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Le mois dernier, nous avons célébré la fin de l’Initiation à la réalisation du NSI – Édition Francophone du Manitoba lors d’un dîner de clôture au Théâtre Cercle Molière.

Après 11 jours de formation en linge et en présentiel, les participant·e·s ont exploré les différentes étapes de la production cinématographique et télévisuelle avant de se réunir pour partager un repas, visionner une sélection de courts métrages en français et échanger avec des professionnel·le·s de l’industrie Francophone de l’écran.
 
Félicitations à cette formidable cohorte! Nous avons bien hâte de voir où vos parcours de narration vous mèneront.

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Le programme Initiation à la réalisation – Édition francophone du Manitoba est financé par Téléfilm Canada, partenaire principal; Manitoba Film & Music, partenaire provincial; On Screen Manitoba et RACCORD, partenaires de l’industrie; IATSE 856, Wookey Films, et Winnipeg Film Group; les organismes de soutien de l’industrie; et Blue Bridge,  le donateur de soutien. Les principaux bailleurs de fonds du National Screen Institute sont le ministère du Sport, de la Culture, du Patrimoine et du Tourisme du Manitoba, la Ville de Winnipeg par l’intermédiaire du Winnipeg Arts Council, et Rogers.

06/29/2026

Last month CBC New Indigenous Voices 2026 began by gathering around good food, powerful cultural traditions and meaningful conversations. Participants shared bannock and soup, watched an incredible Hoop Dance performance by Brian Clyne and connected with industry professionals.

Here’s to learning, storytelling and new opportunities.

Video by Brodie Young