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.

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Drop into one of our free events.
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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.

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“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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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.)

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Feb 18, 2019

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An Aussie Indie Company’s Solution to Finding Film Funding

Feb 16, 2019

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[REVIEW] Making Your First Blockbuster

Feb 15, 2019

The promise of Paul Dudbridge’s Making Your First Blockbuster initially seems dubious, or at best unlikely. A book about making a blockbuster, targeted at filmmakers who aren’t likely to be busting blocks any time soon. But while this title might be a touch...