Weengushk International Film Festival and Cultural Event

Artistic Director Dr. Shirley Cheechoo CM is pleased to announce programming for the 9th Annual Weengushk International Film Festival (WIFF) taking place October 3 – 5, 2025 on Manitoulin Island in Northern Ontario plus FREE virtual screenings October 3-10, 2025. The Weengushk International Film Festival is Northern Ontario’s premier Indigenous film festival, with this year’s festival dedicated to powerful storytelling, immersive cultural events and cinematic excellence.

The theme of WIFF 2025 is The Legacy Makers: Honoring Chiefs Who Paved the Path Forward celebrating and honouring the legacies of chiefs who are guiding their communities toward the future they envisioned. Their work resonates with WIFF’s collective mission to create lasting impact that honours the past, embraces the present and builds a strong future for Indigenous communities across Turtle Island.

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : Free – $20

Some in person events are ticketed, online festival is free

How to get tickets?

Buy online

Date: Friday October 3, 2025 to Friday October 10, 2025

In person events October 3-5 with timed schedule. Online festival all day

Venue & Address

Four Directions Complex, 1300 HWY 540, Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation, Ontario

Wheelchair accessible