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Showcasing social justice films that break barriers and create impactful change

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Request Screenings for Schools

We'd love to bring these films to your high school, college, university, or community followed by a discussion led by Sher facilitator touching upon topics such as sexuality, gender identity, & coming out.​

Explore Films Available

Email info@shervancouver.com to book a screening or for further questions.

Watch the Emergence: Out of the Shadows Trailer

For Kayden, Jag, and Amar, coming to terms with their sexuality within conservative South Asian families was a lonely and challenging journey. Their powerful stories of courage and healing, as well as their families’ journeys to love and acceptance, will resonate deeply with audiences everywhere.

 

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We’d love to bring these films to you, followed by a meaningful discussion led by a Sher Vancouver facilitator. The conversation will explore themes such as sexuality, gender identity, and coming out within South Asian contexts.

Request a Presentation

"I loved this doc! It made me feel better and lighter about my current circumstances (the ending esp) thank you for investing in this project and making this possible."
"Wow! So relatable, honest and heart warming. Thank you for this. Would love to meet the beautiful souls behind Sher Vancouver and be a part of it as a volunteer in the near future."
"Delightful. And most helpful for L&G kids and their parents - especially in the South Asian diaspora. Will be commending to others."

Creating films that are

Informative

Impactful

Inspirational

Sundar Prize Film Festival

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About the Film Festival

The Sundar Prize Film Festival is an international film awards competition with $17,000 CAD in cash prizes for the winning films.  The festival has a focus on the following themes:

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  • Human Rights

  • Immigrants and Refugees

  • Social Justice Issues

  • Indigenous Peoples

  • People of Color

  • LGBTQ+ Community

  • Vulnerable and Marginalized Peoples

  • Environmental and Climate Change

  • Educational Films

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Sundar Prize seeks to recognize beautiful films that uplift our world through impactful and informative storytelling about social issues that have social impact.

Film Prizes

Rogers Group of Funds Best Canadian Documentary
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$2500 CAD cash prize 

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KDocsFF Emerging Filmmaker Residency Prize

Sundar Prize Film Festival

$1000 CAD cash prize.

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Sher Vancouver Award for Best 2SLGBTQ+ Film

International South Asian Film Festival

$2000 CAD cash prize

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Sher Vancouver Award for Best 2SLGBTQ+ Film

Vancouver Asian Film Festival

$2000 CAD cash prize
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*Plus over $10,000 of cash prizes at the Sundar Film Festival (Learn More)

For more information on these awards and prizes please email info@shervancouver.com

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Where cinema meets social change

Filmmaker Mentorship Program

Sundar Prize Film Festival

This program aims to bridge the gap between emerging filmmakers and experienced professionals in the BC and Canadian film industry. The program provides a platform for knowledge exchange, skill development, and networking, aiming to foster the next generation of BC and Canadian filmmakers. 

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*Please note 30 to 50% of the mentorship opportunities will be reserved for local emerging filmmakers from across British Columbia.

Become a Mentor or Mentee

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Mentor Requirements

Sundar Prize Film Festival

Must possess a minimum of three professional IMDb credits in a key creative role such as Producer, Director, Editor, Writer, or Cinematographer. These credits should reflect a demonstrated expertise and successful track record in the Canadian film industry.

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Mentee Requirements

Sundar Prize Film Festival

Must have an active film project they are working on, with a clear vision and objectives. This project should be in a stage that would benefit from professional mentorship, whether in pre-production, production, or post-production.

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    We have established an endowment with the SurreyCares Foundation for our core and critical programs and services. You can give today to the endowment fund to support vulnerable and marginalized segment of the population: ​ Leave legacy gifts through your will or estate Designate Sher Vancouver as a beneficiary with your life insurance Donate stocks, mutual funds, real estate, and other investments
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    We have interac and cheque options available. By Interac: Please send an interac email transfer to info@shervancouver.com This email is set to auto-deposit. By Cheque: Please email Secretary-Treasurer Alex Sangha at info@shervancouver.com for details.
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