CFC Conversations: Black Excellence with Jennifer Holness

​Presented by the Canadian Film Centre with support from presenting sponsor TD Bank Group (TD), CFC Conversations: Black Excellence with Jennifer Holness is your invitation to join a pivotal moment in Canadian film—an evening that puts Black talent front and centre.

​Hear from a visionary whose work reshapes our cultural landscape. Jennifer Holness—award-winning writer, producer, director, and the first Black woman in Canada to win a CSA for writing—co-produced 40 Acres, which premiered at TIFF ’24.

​Moderated by CFC Executive Director maxine bailey, this intimate, hour-long conversation discusses artistic risk, industry advocacy, and the art of building space for Black stories.

​Event Details

• ​Date & Time

  • ​Thursday, June 26

  • ​Doors open: 6:30 PM

  • ​Conversation: 7:00 – 8:00 PM

• ​Location Hot Docs Cinema 509 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON

• ​Admission Free (pay-what-you-can to support future conversations)

  • ​All Pay-What-You-Can (PYWC) donations over $20 qualify for a donation tax receipt.

​Your presence signals that you stand with Black creators and believe Canadian content must reflect every voice. Reserve your ticket today!