Welcome to the CBDF Market Summit 2025
September 10–13 | Toronto & Brampton

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Every September, hundreds of industry professionals from across Canada, Africa, the U.S.A., Europe, and South America converge in Toronto and Brampton for the Canada Black & Diversity Film (CBDF) Market Summit. Held alongside the annual Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF), this dynamic event offers an exciting lineup of panel discussions, expos, workshops, pitching sessions, and networking opportunities.

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The summit brings together filmmakers, producers, financiers, distributors, agents, development executives, attorneys, authors, and journalists—all under one roof. It's a unique space to connect with like-minded creatives, explore diverse stories and communities, and gain insight into a global catalogue of independent film projects. Experience true diversity and inclusion in action at one of the most culturally rich industry gatherings of the year.