Canberra International Film Festival - History

History

The University of Canberra was the initiator of the Canberra International Film Festival. For each Festival from 1996 until 2001, either through its Convocation or directly, the University provided the artistic direction, and was also the promoter, manager and underwriter of the festival.

In 2002, as part of a comprehensive plan to restructure the Canberra International Film Festival and secure its future, ownership was transferred to an Incorporated Association. The Canberra International Film Festival is a not-for-profit organisation supported by local and federal government, corporate sponsors and cultural partners.

The University of Canberra, as founding partner, continues to support CIFF each year.

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