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With exceptional professional development, networking, and business opportunities, Hot Docs is perfect for doc professionals at all career levels.

Questions? Please check out our registration FAQs or contact us at [email protected].

CONFERENCE PASS

The Hot Docs Conference Pass offers unparalleled professional development opportunities—from hands-on workshops to keynote addresses from industry leaders—covering all aspects of the art and business of documentary.

Hot Docs Conference Pass holders will have access to:

• All Festival screenings
• All Conference sessions and workshops
• All services offered by the CBC Docs Industry Centre (93 Charles Street West)
• Access to the Hot Docs Online Community
• One Hot Docs industry guide & delegate bag

CONFERENCE AND NETWORKING PASS

The Hot Docs Conference and Networking Pass combines professional development with a full range of valuable networking opportunities—parties, receptions and more—to best connect and do business with colleagues.

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 Screening
• One ticket to the Hot Docs Opening Night Party
• One ticket to each Happy Hour afternoon cocktail
• One ticket to regular evening receptions and parties
• One ticket to the annual Hot Docs Award Presentation
• Access to apply to Producer-to-Producer meetings
• The Festival Doc Shop with over 1800 titles available for viewing
• Distribution Rendezvous pitch session applications

ALL-ACCESS PASS

The Hot Docs All-Access Pass offers professional development and networking plus invaluable access to premium market programs and events. Get the latest market intelligence at the renowned Hot Docs Forum, and pitch leading decision-makers one-on-one at Hot Docs Deal Maker and Distribution Rendezvous.

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 meeting applications
• 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 copy of the Hot Docs Forum Buyer’s Guide

KICKSTART PASS

Take part in Hot Docs’ popular half-day networking and educational event for emerging and mid-career filmmakers.

• Access to all three Kickstart sessions

* Pass holders must apply for the opportunity to participate in Hot Docs Deal Maker, Distribution Rendezvous meetings. Pre-registration is required for some events including Micro-Meetings, Producer-to-Producer meetings, and Close Up With… sessions.