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 screening you are planning. This will help us better understand your needs and assist you as quickly as possible. 

* Note to educators: a usage licence is required to use any of the resources available on nfb.ca in a classroom or an educational setting. 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. 

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