National Film Board of Canada

Who we are

In addition to being a public producer and distributor of Canadian content, a talent incubator and a showcase for the country’s filmmakers and artists, the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is the caretaker of an accessible, living audiovisual heritage that belongs to all Canadians.

The NFB is also a key driver of Canada’s audiovisual industry and creative economy. The organization produces or co-produces more than 50 works every year, from thought-provoking documentaries to outstanding animated films to groundbreaking interactive and immersive works. To date it has produced more than 14,000 works, 7,000 of which are available free of charge on nfb.ca.

NFB productions have won more than 7,000 awards, including 12 Oscars.

Why we are involved

The NFB has a new plan for accessibility for people with disabilities. This plan has been developed in accordance with the Accessible Canada Act and in consultation with the organization Left Turn Right Turn, who provided us with expertise and helped us connect with people with disabilities. It also reflects the broader goals of the NFB’s commitments and objectives with respect to equity, diversity and inclusion, introduced in 2021.

Our plan is based on the principle that disability rights are human rights and the belief that universal access benefits everyone. It recognizes that the NFB cannot truly serve as Canada’s public storyteller unless people with disabilities are full participants. Creators with disabilities have the right to tell their own stories and share their unique perspectives with all Canadians and people around the world, without barriers.

Members of the public with disabilities should be able to connect with us and enjoy our works fully, whether virtually or in person. Current and future employees with disabilities should be able to see themselves participating easily in the NFB work environment, ensuring we reflect the true face of Canada.

This plan is a vision for Canada’s public producer and distributor as a creative organization where everyone can participate—with concrete actions to eliminate barriers in recruitment, our workforce, how we collaborate and how we serve our audience. The plan ensures creators with disabilities are fully seen and heard.

For more information, please see: https://www.canada.ca/en/national-film-board/corporate/publications/plans-reports/accessibility.html