Industry Registration
Download the 2013 Hot Docs Industry Brochure.
Click on the links below for information on our industry passes. The following is information for the 2013 conference, for reference only.
For questions regarding how to register or Hot Docs pass entitlements, please contact the registration department via email at registration@hotdocs.ca.
A. CONFERENCE PASS
The Hot Docs Conference Pass offers access to valuable industry intelligence, professional development opportunities, and an overview of the art, craft and business of documentary.
Hot Docs Conference Pass holders will have access to:
- All Festival screenings
- All Conference sessions, workshops, and Rent-an-Expert meetings
- All services offered by the Rogers Industry Centre
- Access to the Hot Docs Online Community for one year
- One Hot Docs Program Guide and delegate bag

B. CONFERENCE AND NETWORKING PASS
The Hot Docs Conference and Networking Pass provides the opportunity to fully immerse yourself into the Hot Docs industry experience, while gaining insight into the latest industry trends and developments.
Hot Docs Conference and Networking Pass holders will have access to:
- All listed features in Conference Pass option above, plus:
- One ticket to the Hot Docs Opening Night Gala
- One ticket to each Happy Hour afternoon cocktail
- One ticket to regular evening receptions and parties
- One ticket to the 20th annual Hot Docs Award Presentation
- International Co-Production Day Producer-to-Producer meetings
- The Festival Doc Shop with over 1800 titles available for viewing
- Distribution Rendezvous pitch sessions

C. ALL-ACCESS PASS (NO LONGER AVAILABLE)
Get the best access to buyers and networking and market events with the All-Access Pass. With access to the Hot Docs Forum, this pass provides a unique opportunity to observe international independent producers as they present their projects live to a panel of the world’s key documentary buyers.
The Hot Docs Forum is a limited-seating event for 450 delegates. This pass option will often sell out well in advance of the event and those interested in attending are encouraged to purchase their All-Access Pass as soon as possible.
All-Access Pass holders will have access to:
- All listed features in Conference and Networking Pass option above, plus:
- All Hot Docs Forum events
- Hot Docs Deal Maker pitch meetings
- All Close Up With… sessions
- All services provided by the Hot Docs Forum Support Services Desk, including meetings with consultants
- Hot Docs Forum parties, receptions and lunches
- One complimentary submission to The Doc Shop Online (filmmaker and producers only)
- One copy of the Hot Docs Forum Buyer’s Guide
- Visiting from out of town? Book your room now at Hot Docs’ host hotel.
- Flying to Hot Docs? Save up to 15% on flights!
- Questions? Check out our Registration FAQs.















