Toronto Pan Afrikan Film Festival

The Toronto Pan-Afrikan Film Festival (TPAFF) returns for its fourth consecutive year, bringing a vital cultural showcase to the Small World Centre at 180 Shaw Street. Centred around the powerful theme 'EXODUS,' this year’s festival invites audiences to reflect on the journeys of African and Caribbean people across generations—exploring departure and arrival, exile and homecoming, loss and liberation.

What to Expect Expect a deeply moving lineup of independent films, documentaries, and shorts that capture the lived realities of diaspora communities from Toronto to across the globe. Beyond the screenings, the festival serves as a cultural hub celebrating the rich tapestry of Black expression through art, language, and community gatherings.

Getting There & Around Located at the Small World Centre (nestled in the vibrant West Queen West / Artscape Youngplace cultural node), the venue is easily accessible via the 501 Queen streetcar or the 63 Ossington bus. Before or after a screening, take advantage of the neighbourhood's incredible culinary scene, independent coffee shops, and galleries.

Whether you're engaging with powerful storytelling on screen or connecting with fellow community members, TPAFF is a cornerstone event for Toronto's cultural calendar.