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NHL playoffs, the Calgary Stampede and the Toronto International Film Festival
Canada's live events calendar spans the world's greatest outdoor rodeo (Calgary Stampede), the NHL playoffs in Toronto and Vancouver, the Toronto International Film Festival (one of the world's most important), the Québec Winter Carnival, and the Montreal Jazz Festival.
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Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)
One of the world's most important film festivals — the Oscar season launchpad
The Toronto International Film Festival is one of the world's most important film events — held every September, it is the largest publicly attended film festival in the world and the most influential in determining the Oscar season. Over 300 films are screened across 10 days, with world premieres, director Q&As, and celebrity appearances making it one of the most exciting events in the film calendar. Unlike Cannes, TIFF is genuinely open to the public — tickets are available to anyone.
Event Highlights
- The world's largest publicly attended film festival
- Over 300 films including world premieres
- The Oscar season launchpad — TIFF winners often go on to win Academy Awards
- Celebrity appearances and director Q&As
- Toronto's vibrant King West and Entertainment District as the backdrop
What to Do There
- Attend a world premiere screening
- Join a director Q&A session
- Explore the TIFF Bell Lightbox year-round cinema
- People-watch on King Street West
- Combine with Toronto's excellent restaurant scene
Event Info
Next Event
First two weeks of September annually
Location
TIFF Bell Lightbox and venues across Toronto
Duration
10 days
Ticket Price
Individual tickets from CAD$25; festival packages from CAD$150
Travel Tips
- ·Fly direct from London Heathrow to Toronto (8.5 hours)
- ·Book tickets as soon as they go on sale — popular screenings sell out fast
- ·Stay in the Entertainment District or King West for the best festival access
- ·Toronto is one of the world's most multicultural cities — the food scene is extraordinary
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