About CaribbeanTales Charity
Film, Culture, Education & Community
Our Mission
CaribbeanTales is a Canadian charitable organization, officially registered as a charity in 2014. Our mission is to foster and encourage intercultural understanding, participation, dissemination, and the creation of films that reflect the diversity of Black and culturally diverse Canadian heritage.
Through film, education, cultural programming and community engagement, we create opportunities for the public to discover films and stories that are often underrepresented in mainstream media. We support emerging filmmakers, educators, artists and communities through screenings, discussions, mentorship, training and other public programs.
Our activities are designed to increase access to cultural and educational experiences, encourage dialogue and learning, and preserve and share diverse stories and perspectives. Through this work, CaribbeanTales uses film and storytelling to strengthen intercultural understanding and create meaningful opportunities for participation, connection and cultural exchange.
Training & Filmmaker Development
Creators of Colour offers multiple training programs that are designed to support and empower media artists from underrepresented communities, particularly those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC).
Film Festival
CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF) celebrates the talents of established and emerging filmmakers of Caribbean and African heritage who practice their art across the Caribbean Diaspora worldwide. CTFF our flagship program, celebrates its 21st year in 2026.
Community & Educational Programs
Established in 2012, CaribbeanTales-Worldwide (CTWD) is the first and largest full-service, Caribbean-themed film and television product distributor in the English-speaking Caribbean.
The CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF), our flagship program, celebrates its 21st year in 2026. CaribbeanTales proudly supports CTFF as it celebrates the talents of established and emerging Caribbean and African filmmakers.
Creators of Colour offers multiple training programs that are designed to support and empower media artists from underrepresented communities, particularly those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC). Through skill development, mentorship, networking opportunities, and film screenings, the Creators of Colour programs are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion throughout the media artist ecosystem by equipping BIPOC artists with the skills, knowledge, and connections they need to succeed.
The first and largest full-service film distribution company in the English-speaking Caribbean.
Our activities would not be possible without the support of our funders. We kindly thank you.
CaribbeanTales is a registered Canadian charity (no. 878964618 RR0001)
