13th Vancouver Turkish Film Festival Gala Night Reception

6:00 - 10:30 PM – Opening Reception at 149 W Hastings St. Vancouver

Feed Your Cinefeline Curiosity!

Join us for the 13th Annual Vancouver Turkish Film Festival (VTFF), a four-day celebration of Turkish cinema, culture, and storytelling in the heart of Vancouver!

Organized by the Turkish-Canadian Society (TCS), the festival brings together film lovers, filmmakers, and the wider community to experience an exciting selection of contemporary Turkish films, including award-winning productions, independent cinema, and powerful stories that transcend borders.

 

This year’s festival features an Opening Gala, special screenings, engaging discussions, and exclusive opportunities to meet distinguished guests from the Turkish film industry.

 

A Special Guest & More Surprises!

 

We are thrilled to welcome Güven Kıraç, one of Türkiye’s most celebrated actors, as a special guest at this year’s festival! Audiences will have a unique opportunity to meet him and hear firsthand about his remarkable journey in Turkish cinema.

And that’s not all! We have a few special surprises in store, making this year’s festival an experience you won’t want to miss!

 

Welcome speeches by festival organizers and special guests, highlighting this year’s theme and partners.

8:30 PM – Film Screening – “Salvation” ( “Kurtuluş“)

🎥 “Salvation” by Emin Alper – In Turkish with English Subtitles -117 min.

 

 

Festival Details

 

Dates: November 26–29, 2026
Venue: SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts
Address: 149 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC

The 13th VTFF continues its mission of building cultural bridges, fostering meaningful dialogue, and introducing Canadian audiences to the richness and creativity of Turkish cinema.

 

Your participation and generous support help us keep Turkish cinema and culture thriving in Vancouver.

 

Come curious. Leave inspired. Feed Your Cinefeline Curiosity!

 

We look forward to welcoming you!

Our Sponsors and Partners