Events

A documentary film by Martha Stiegman Presented in partnership with Halifax Public Libraries Marylynn Poucachiche and Norman Matchewan faced tear gas and police batons when they joined their parents on the barricades to defend their traditional territory in the 1980s. Little did they realize they would be on the barricades over 20 years later, this … Continued

Presented in partnership with Dalhousie University, the Atlantic Filmmakers' Cooperative, Halifax Public Libraries and the Service Employees International Union Local 2 Our movie screens are colonized by Hollywood and its big business interests. Reel Justice responds with a collection of short films you won’t see at the multiplex. Local filmmakers celebrate our many and varied … Continued

Mayworks Halifax in partnership with CLiFF and the Bus Stop Theatre Coop presents a series of 9 short films about work and those who do it. A Living Wage 2017 Mayworks Halifax Program Launch! This event will also serve as an announcement platform for the 2017 Mayworks Halifax Festival lineup! Join us to hear first … Continued

A Curated Program of Short Films Reel Justice returns for a 3rd year to present a selection of short films examining issues of social justice that affect our community. This year's selection includes works by local filmmakers who celebrate home, roots and belonging in a way that challenges common narratives about Nova Scotia. The screening … Continued

Mayworks Halifax presents CLIFF 2017 CLiFF is Canada's national labour film festival which takes place in November in locations across Canada. Selected films celebrate workers from around the world and shed light on issues that affect us all. Admission by donation - PWYC! FREE Popcorn! SCREENED TWICE OVER TWO NIGHTS Monday, November 6th NS Federation … Continued

Our 2018 program of short films will examine Maritime landscapes and waterscapes through various themes including mental health and our connection to land. Total run time: 80 min   Bound By Daniel Boos (2015) 11 min When a mysterious group of workers appear at his brother’s sawmill, a struggling shopkeeper must face a troubling decision. Winner … Continued

Mayworks Halifax presents a film screening curated by the CANADIAN LABOUR INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL CLiFF takes place this November in locations across Canada. Selected international films celebrate workers from around the world and shed light on issues that affect us all. Admission by donation – PWYC! FREE Popcorn! ***FILM PROGRAM*** Total run time: 75 min … Continued

Our short film program weaves through issues and narratives to present a cinematic collage you won’t find at the Cineplex. Program: Total run time: 90 mins | Followed by a brief Q&A Apaja'simk - The Return | Trevor Gould (2018) 11 mins Glooscap’s messenger Marten is sent back to the land of the People to … Continued