On September 12, 2010, CFC hosted over 1,800 attendees for the CFC Annual BBQ.  With weather on our side, our alumni, supporters, guests and staff gathered together to celebrate Canadian filmmaking talent while raising $200,000 for our training programs.

The Hon. Michael Chan, Minister of Tourism and Culture, was in attendance to announce the government of Ontario’s $9 Million, three-year investment in CFC training programs to further develop Ontario’s screen-based and digital entertainment market. Also in attendance on behalf of the province were the Hon. Kathleen Wynne, Minister of Transportation and MPP for Don Valley West, and the Hon. Monique Smith, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs. Also spotted, were Rob Oliphant, MP for Don Valley West, Carolyn Bennett, MP for St. Paul’s, Aileen Carroll, MPP for Barrie, and Shelley Carroll, City of Toronto Councillor for Don Valley East.

Thank you to all of our donors, suppliers and volunteers for helping us make the BBQ another outstanding success!

Since 1988 this event has provided a relaxing environment for visiting Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) Canadian and international professionals to network and make business deals.  While it has grown to achieve a high level of awareness within the film and entertainment industries, it is also one of the CFC’s most important fundraising initiatives.

CLICK HERE to view photos from our 2010 Annual BBQ.