SPARK Animation Festival 2022

SPARK Animation is Western Canada's largest celebration of all things animation.

This year’s festival kicks off on October 27 and has a packed schedule of in-person and online programming that includes films, panels, talks, workshops, and a career fair. Spark your creativity, get connected and be inspired by the industry’s top talent!

In-person Festival: October 27-30
In-person Conference: October 29-30
Career Fair: November 12
Online Festival and Conference: October 27-November 30

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In-Person Festival

In-person programming is back! Don’t miss your chance to meet and mingle with other like-minded creatives and filmmakers. The full schedule of film screenings and talks is available below. Click on the Online Registration button to secure your seats early.

Online Festival
This year’s SPARK ANIMATION Festival and Conference is a ‘hybrid’ event, with the online component presented by our streaming partner Trickfilm. Selected films and conference content are available on-demand from October 27 to November 30.

 

Career Fair: Loaded with Talent
This will be held on November 12 at the Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre from 9:30am-5pm. For more info or to register, please visit the special event page.

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