The National Film Board connects Canadians through community screenings
NFB community screenings are surging across Canada, bringing people together See how shared film events spark conversation, connection, and Canadian stories
The National Film Board (NFB) is seeing renewed interest in community screenings across Canada, according to a CBC Radio segment aired on June 13.
The program explains that the NFB first began community screenings in 1942 to bring documentaries to people in rural areas. Today, the events are also being held in cities, including libraries, community centres, and private homes, as a way for people to gather and share ideas.
Filmmaker Oana Suteu Khintirian said the experience of watching a film together and hearing audience reactions adds something that cannot be replaced by watching alone. Jamie Hammond, who works on impact and audience engagement at the NFB, said growing demand for screenings shows Canadians want to see their own stories reflected on screen.