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WINNER:
Rheanna Toy
A Place Where I Belong
Award Jurors: Lu Linares and Rain Dove
ABOUT THIS AWARD
This $5,000 cash prize will be determined by an international jury and honours a Canadian or International feature film that uses the power of cultural strategy to overturn outdated narratives, inspire change, and expand the audience’s perception of 2SLGBTQIA+ identities. The award winner will be announced at the Opening Presentation on September 11, 2025.
ANNA STEEL
WINNER:
Sonya Ballantyne
Sponsored by Pender PR and Anna Steel.
ABOUT THIS AWARD
Out On Screen is proud to introduce the inaugural Matriarch of the Year Award (MOTY)! The MOTY Award honors an Indigiqueer or Two Spirit (2S) Matriarchal leader in film and television across Turtle Island who has made a significant impact on Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ storytelling. Nominated by community members, the winner will receive a $5,000 cash prize and publicity package from Pender PR to amplify their positive impact and support their work. The award winner will be announced at the Opening Presentation on September 11, 2025.
WINNER:
Jess McLeod
DTF?
ABOUT THIS AWARD
Our annual prize for the Festival’s best BC short film was established in 1997 in recognition of Gerry Brunet, a lifelong contributor to the arts and an early board member of Out On Screen. The winner will receive a $2,850 cash prize and mentorship opportunities from the Directors Guild of Canada BC, a $20,000 camera package prize from Keslow Camera, and a $5,000 gear package prize from Cinelease. This award will be determined by an expert jury and announced at the Opening Presentation on September 11, 2025.
