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What is the NFB blog?
The NFB blog is dedicated to blogging about Canadian and global documentary, animation, and interactive media projects and communities. Here you’ll find posts on films and media, including our new releases and historical archives, as well as behind-the-scenes info on the art of media-making.
Will you give my e-mail address or personal information to anybody else?
Personal information provided to the NFB will never be sold, rented or provided to third parties. If we have to share personal information with a third party, such as in the case of a survey we commission, we will always inform you of this when asking for your personal information, […]
I forgot my password.
No problem! If you forgot your password for our main nfb.ca website, please click here, enter your e-mail address and we will send you a temporary password. If you forgot your password for our DVD store, please click here, enter your e-mail address and we will send you a temporary […]
How can I make a film with the NFB?
The National Film Board’s mandate is to produce content reflecting Canadian perspectives and values for audiences in Canada and around the world. For information on submitting a proposal for a film, animation, interactive project or on producing or co-producing a film with us, please click on the following link: http://onf-nfb.gc.ca/en/produce-with-the-nfb/
Do you have any job openings?
You will be able to find any available job openings here: http://onf-nfb.gc.ca/en/jobs/ Please note that the NFB will confirm receipt of e-mailed résumés, but subsequently will only communicate with applicants considered for an interview.
What is the National Film Board of Canada (NFB)?
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is a federal cultural agency within the portfolio of the Canadian Heritage Department. Initially known as the National Film Commission, it was created by an act of Parliament in 1939. Its mandate, as set forth in the National Film Act, 1950, is “to […]
Do I need to pay Public Performance Rights to show an NFB film publicly?
Yes, to publicly screen an NFB film, regardless of the context, you must acquire Public Performance Rights. The licence costs can vary depending on the desired film and the context of the screening. To obtain these rights, please contact us with all the necessary information regarding the context of the […]
Do I need to buy a licence or Public Performance Rights if I want to show a film in a classroom?
Yes, a usage licence is required to use any of the resources available on nfb.ca in a classroom. You may already have a usage licence through your school board, your provincial Ministry of Education, or another organization. To find out, please contact us. If you are not covered by an […]
What are Public Performance Rights (PPR)?
The term Public Performance Rights (PPR) refers to fees that must be paid in order to show copyrighted films in certain public places. The cost of PPR is often added to the cost of a DVD download or video at the time of purchase. For more info regarding PPR or […]