About the Oakville Festivals of Film & Art (OFFA)
Established in 2014, the Oakville Festivals of Film & Art (OFFA) is a true community-oriented organization dedicated to bringing the best in independent cinema to audiences across southern Ontario. Each June, OFFA presents Oakville’s only independent film festival — the Oakville Film Festival — a ten day hybrid celebration of film and the arts that attracts cinephiles from Oakville, the Halton-Peel region, and around the world.
Now entering its 13th year in 2026, the festival showcases the very best of local, Canadian, and international cinema, alongside live performances from musicians, dancers, painters, and other artists. Every screening and event invites audiences to connect, converse, and celebrate storytelling in all its forms.
OFFA proudly premieres and showcases feature films, documentaries, and short films from both acclaimed auteurs and emerging Canadian voices. More than 100 films are presented each year, many originating from Oakville and neighbouring communities. Beyond the main festival, OFFA also presents year-round programming, including seasonal screening series and special events such as International Women’s Day and National Canadian Film Day, often in collaboration with local organizations and charities to raise funds and awareness for important causes. OFFA was nominated as one of the top 100 film festivals on Film Freeway for its positive reviews by attending filmmakers.
What Makes OFFA Unique
The Oakville Film Festival offers film lovers unrivalled access to producers, directors, actors, and emerging filmmakers. Every screening includes an interactive component — from filmmaker Q&As to live performances — creating an environment where audiences and artists can meet, mingle, and share ideas.
- Learn: OFFA frequently welcomes guest experts — professors, authors, and industry leaders — who enrich the audience experience with deeper insights into film and storytelling.
- Engage: Each year, OFFA dedicates a portion of its programming to spotlighting social issues that matter, sparking conversation and inspiring action through film.
Ongoing Activities
Throughout the year, OFFA partners with not-for-profit and community organizations to host screenings that celebrate the cultural importance of film. These collaborations extend OFFA’s impact beyond the festival, ensuring that film continues to play a vital role in the creative and social life of our community. To sustain this mission, OFFA also works closely with corporate sponsors and granting partners who share our vision for community-driven arts engagement.
Our Guiding Principle
OFFA envisions a community rich in cultural and artistic diversity, where cinema serves as a focal point that inspires connection, creativity, and accessibility for all. Our Board and membership are dedicated to popularizing film and filmmaking as part of a broader arts ecosystem.
Our Mission
OFFA’s mission is to provide audiences with unique, enriching, and socially engaged cultural experiences through film and the arts. We are committed to:
- Producing high-quality events that inspire, educate, and entertain
- Presenting thought-provoking films that explore pressing social issues
- Encouraging the growth of local filmmakers and artists
- Building a discerning and engaged audience for emerging and established voices alike
- Delivering added value for our community-based corporate and granting partners
Founders
Wendy Donnan, Judah Hernandez & Stephanie Colebrook
The Board of Directors