Animation Unlocked
Start your adventure at North America’s leading animation event by levelling up at animation workshops, interactive talks and screenings. The game begins with animators from around the world this September at venues across downtown Ottawa.
Ottawa International
Animation Festival
September 25-29, 2024
TAC
The Animation Conference
September 25-27, 2024
Entries are now open!
Want to submit your film to OIAF 2024? Make sure you read the Entries Info page and the Submissions FAQ before heading to the entry form.
Wear what you watch
Want to show your friends and family just how unhealthy your relationship with animation is? Check out rare DVDs, books, vintage posters, festival T-shirts and more in the Aniboutique. We also have OIAF designs on Redbubble!
OIAF 2023 Poster
$20.00
- 24 x 36 inches
- Designed by Matthew Rankin
- Protective poster tube included in price
Canadian Animation Directory
The Canadian Animation Directory is an accurate and comprehensive guide to the Canadian Animation industry. Covering a broad spectrum of Canada’s animation scene, it highlights existing and emerging production companies, funding agencies, schools and post-production services.
Researched and published by the OIAF team, the directory is an excellent resource for animation professionals, students, independent artists, organizations, and industry leaders.
Want to be the first to know about OIAF updates?
Helping make it happen
Thanks to our 2023 sponsors!
We’re fortunate to receive support from international industry leaders, national programs and grants, and local businesses and institutions.
Want to support the OIAF? Read more about the options to support the Festival here.
For more information, email Kelly Neall, Managing Director.