Established in 1979, the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television is a national, non-profit, professional association dedicated to the promotion, recognition and celebration of exceptional achievements in Canadian film, television and digital media. Unifying industry professionals across Canada, the Academy is a vital force representing all screen-based industries.

Our mandate is to:

• Honour outstanding achievements in Canadian film and television;
• Heighten public awareness and increase audience attendance, viewership, and appreciation of Canadian film and television productions through its national Award program.
• Preserve and promote Canada’s film and television heritage;
• Provide wide range of industry-related professional development programs