ORANGEVILLE, Ontario - s4story -- Dufferin Film Festival Announces Official Film Lineup for 2026 Festival

ORANGEVILLE, ON – June 27, 2026 – The Dufferin Film Festival (DFF) is proud to announce the official film lineup for its 2026 festival, taking place August 14–16 in Orangeville, Ontario.

Now entering its third year, DFF continues its commitment to showcasing exceptional Canadian short films and connecting filmmakers and audiences through meaningful cinematic experiences. This year's lineup features stories from across Canada, spanning documentary, drama, comedy, horror, animation, and coming-of-age filmmaking.

The selected films explore themes of identity, friendship, grief, family, belonging, memory, cultural heritage, resilience, and personal transformation. From whimsical animated adventures and powerful documentaries to psychological thrillers and heartfelt dramas, the 2026 program reflects the depth and diversity of Canadian storytelling.

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"We are thrilled to welcome filmmakers from across the country, as well as local filmmakers to the selection of films for Dufferin Film Festival 2026," said Kelly McDowell, Festival Director and Founder of DFF. "This year's selections showcase an incredible range of voices, perspectives, and creative approaches. Each film offers audiences a unique window into the stories, experiences, and imaginations that make Canadian cinema so vibrant" states Marcus Feher, Jury Chair & Film Programmer.

Official Selections – DFF 2026

• Tinker Teleports – Rocket Moulinie
• Lemming's First Christmas – Jamesie Fournier
• Creeping Charlie – Briana Templeton
• i see myself in you – Amreen Kullar
• Mica – Bronwen Spolsky
• The Human Under The Bed – Euan O'Leary
• Magie – Maude Demers-Rivard
• The Girl in the Bush by the Woodsman's House – Naomi Katz
• The Little Town That Could – Molly Ruby
• Shrimp Fried Rice – Dylan Pun
• Bird Girl – Andrea Ramolo
• Lighten Up – Brielle Robillard
• Conditions of Release – Mitchell Greenberg
• Gemini, The Apple Of My Eye! – Enrico Ferri
• Blood or Water – Kristina Mileska
• Serenity – Frank Tremblay
• Hive Mindset – Avery Sandford
• The Entryway – Karen Ralph
• I'm Not Jacques – John Bregar

Additional festival programming, including workshops, networking events, filmmaker Q&As, and special events, will be announced in the coming weeks.

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About Dufferin Film Festival
The Dufferin Film Festival is a Canadian short film festival based in Orangeville, Ontario. The festival connects filmmakers and audiences through screenings, filmmaker Q&As, educational programming, networking opportunities, and community engagement while celebrating the power of Canadian storytelling.

Media Contact
Marcus Ferher
Jury Chair / Film Programmer
Dufferin Film Festival
films@dufferinfilmfest.com