Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival
📍 Toronto, Canada · Late April / early May
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Documentary
North America's largest doc festival; winners of top awards are Oscar-eligible without a theatrical run.
Oscar-qualifying
Yes — Documentary Feature & Documentary Short Subject. Winning the relevant award here can make a film eligible for Academy Award consideration — confirm the exact category and current rules on the festival's official site.
Heads up: deadlines and entry fees change every cycle. This listing's volatile details are rated high confidence — always confirm on the official site before you submit. Spot something out of date? Suggest an edit.
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