You’re invited to Reel Asian’s 30th anniversary press launch at Sankofa Square!
As we get ready for this special anniversary festival, join us to hear about programming announcements, meet some of the filmmakers and artists featured in this year’s festival, and stay for a panel with familiar faces from Reel Asian’s history.
For three decades, Reel Asian has been shaped by the people who have built, supported, and believed in this festival. Come celebrate with us and hear from some of them as we look back at where we’ve been and ahead to what’s next.
Thurs, Oct 8 from 12–2PM at Sankofa Square
12 PM: Programming announcement and speeches
12:45 PM: Panel “In Reel Time”
What does it take to build a festival that lasts 30 years? This anniversary conversation looks back at Reel Asian’s beginnings, evolution, and the people who have helped shape the festival over three decades. Hear stories from Reel Asian’s past and present, and reflect on the vision, challenges, and experiences that have shaped the festival along the way.
Sankofa Square (1 Dundas St E)
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 from 12–2PM
Free to attend (No RSVP required)
Founded in Toronto in 1997, Reel Asian is Canada’s largest pan-Asian film festival and a year-round cultural organization dedicated to championing Asian and Asian diasporic artists and storytellers. What began as a grassroots film festival has grown into a national platform supporting filmmakers and audiences through screenings, education, industry initiatives, artist development, and community programming presented across Toronto, the GTA, and online across Canada.
401 Richmond Street West, The Commons (Suite 448)
Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3A8 Canada
(416) 703 – 9333
info@reelasian.com
Charitable number: 870021383RR0001
