Education and Youth
“I just wanted to congratulate you on the excellent program that you created…I’m not alone in thinking that Hot Docs is a highlight of the school year.”
- P. Leonard
Assistant Curriculum Leader, Avondale
Hot Docs offers a variety of programs, both during the Festival and throughout the year, for youth and educators to become involved with:
DOCS FOR SCHOOLS gives students across Ontario access to FREE documentary screenings throughout the Festival, both in theatres and in the classroom, and provides top-quality educational resources.
DOC LIBRARY offers over 100 full length documentaries and more for free viewing online - many with accompanying teacher resources and education packages.
- Docs For Schools Teacher Advisory Council.
- Looking at Documentaries resource package will assist with critical discussion in the classroom.
- Questions? Contact Education and Youth Programs Manager Lesley Sparks.






