Raindance Toronto is the film training and networking branch of Britain’s Raindance Film Festival. We work to promote and support independent filmmaking and filmmakers in Canada.

There are a variety of way you can help us.
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And ways we can help you.

Drop into one of our free events.
Join Raindance and benefit from free mentorship and advice.
Write and plan your movie. We can help with that.
Make your movie. We can help with that.
Show your movie. We can help with that too!

From new and emerging filmmakers to industry pros, Raindance connects, trains, supports and promotes visual storytellers through every step of their career.

Now registering for Autumn filmmaking courses at Raindance Toronto

Click here to browse upcoming film training courses and events

“Whether you’re just thinking of starting a career in film, or have been doing it for years, Raindance Toronto offers something for everybody. If you’re a filmmaker who needs help, there will be somebody who will take the time to help you, and be sure to connect you with all the right people. ” William Brownridge

Editor-in-Chief, Toronto Film Scene

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Contact Us

Email: toronto@raindance.org

Phone: 416-572-4372

Meetings by appointment only.

Mailing address:
CSI Regent Park
585 Dundas Street East,
3rd Floor
Toronto, ON M5A 2B7

Film training and screenwriting
classes held weekly at:
Daniels Spectrum
585 Dundas St. E. (near Sackville St.)

Raindance Toronto gratefully acknowledges our community partners and sponsors

Easter Egg Hunt Competition 2019

Apr 18, 2019

Find the Easter eggs hidden around the Raindance website In celebration of Easter (and the long weekend, obvs), we've hidden four Easter eggs in images around the Raindance website. They could be on any page on the website, including course pages and blog posts. To be...

Ten Reasons On The Importance Of Film Festivals

Apr 17, 2019

Anyone close to the organisation of Raindance will wonder; time and time again, year after year, why the tireless staff at the Film Festival subject themselves to the stress of organising this annual event. The answer is simple. We at Raindance believe strongly in the...

6 Reasons To Attend The Independent Filmmakers’ Ball

Apr 16, 2019

Filmmaking can sometimes lead to the depths of isolation. Every waking moment is spent chained to a never-ending film project. The inability to edit one's own life is undeniably frustrating. Unshakeable focus and unwavering passion can generate feelings of captivity....