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Submission Instructions

Please read our Eligibility Guidelines before filling out this form.

  • Submission fees are non-refundable.

  • Fields marked with an * are required. The form must be submitted, and the fee paid, before the final deadline to be considered. Payments are accepted by credit card and charged once we receive a copy of your film.

If you prefer sending an e-transfer, or have any questions, please reach out to hello@sortofastudio.com before filling out the form.

Why Submit?

  • Share your film in a safe and supportive environment

  • Connect with fellow filmmakers, film enthusiasts, artists, and industry professionals

  • Participate in panel discussions and community conversations

  • Be part of building something new: a festival rooted in representation, creativity, and cultural exchange

Eligibility Guidelines

Tiny Hours is about sharing stories in a safe, inclusive space. Whether it’s a personal project you’ve been sitting on or a short you’ve been perfecting, we welcome all filmmakers to submit. Rough cuts, experiments, and passion projects included.

We welcome films from:

  • Emerging and established filmmakers across genres, including: Narrative Shorts, Documentaries, Experimental Films, and Animation

  • Filmmakers who own full rights to their submitted film

  • Projects highlighting underrepresented perspectives and cultures

We especially encourage submissions from:

  • Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC)

  • 2SLGBTQIA+ filmmakers

  • Disabled creators

  • Storytellers whose perspectives are often overlooked

Key Dates

  • Submissions Open: November 17, 2025

  • Early Bird Deadline: December 31, 2025 — $25

  • Regular Deadline: February 15, 2026 — $30

  • Final Deadline: March 15, 2026 — $40

  • Notification of Selection: April 1, 2026

  • Festival Date: Late Spring 2026 (Late May/Early June) at Westside Studio (70 Ward Street), Toronto — Official date(s) announced February 2026

Submission Requirements

  • Maximum film length: 20 minutes

  • Non-English films must include English subtitles

  • Accepted formats: Online screener (Vimeo/YouTube with password) for review. If selected, filmmakers will be asked to provide a high-resolution file (ProRes .mov or .mp4).

Awards & Recognition

Tiny Hours is about celebration, not competition. Each selected film is honoured as part of a collective of storytellers shaping our world. We spotlight films through:

  • Community Choice – recognizing a film that sparks conversation and connection among viewers

  • Programmer’s Picks – highlighting works that moved us in unexpected ways

  • Emerging Filmmaker Recognition – shining a light on new voices stepping into their craft

Submission Form