Simone Denny, a legendary Canadian singer, will receive the TINFF2024 Lifetime Achievement Award.
The Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) is pleased to announce Simone Denny, a seven-time nominee and four-time Juno Award-winning singer, as the recipient of the 2024 TINFF—Kobe Bryant Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be presented on September 14 at the eight TINFF Red Carpet Gala Awards.
The selection committee chose Simone Denny for the TINFF’s highest recognition due to her many accomplishments and demonstration in excellence, adherence to the highest ethical standards, integrity, and civic and social responsibility, both within and beyond the film, music, media, and entertainment sectors.
Simone Denny’s accomplishments sealing her status as a Canadian music legend include being a seven-time nominated and four-time Juno Award-winning, five-time Billboard Dance Chart-topping vocalist for acts including the Gold and Platinum-selling Love Inc., as well as BKS and Widelife, a Toronto-based Simone Denny’s powerhouse vocals drive a prolific list of songs beloved around the world. Among those late-night international club anthems are: You’re A Superstar, Broken Bones, Astroplane, Who Do You Love, Into The Night, Here Comes The Sunshine, I Don’t Want You, Cliché; and she is also the voice of TV’s original Queer Eye For The Straight Guy theme, All Things (Just Keep Getting Better).
Every year, TINFF recognizes individuals from both within and outside our community. This year, Simone Denny is one of just a few people in her industry to get this recognition.
TINFF is a registered Canadian non-profit corporation operating in Ontario, Canada, that promotes diversity and inclusion. An IMDb and Telefilm Canada Qualifying festival, The Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television accredited TINFF as a Canadian Screen Awards Qualifying Festival. Canadian Heritage, Ontario Creates, Telefilm Canada, the Canada Media Funds, and the City of Brampton are among TINFF's federal, provincial, and municipal sponsors and partners, as well as Chazz Financial Inc., our corporate partner and sponsor of this award.
For more, visit the TINFF.Net website.
TINFF + CBDFM SUMMIT 2024:
The annual TINFF + CBDFM Summit 2024 in Toronto, Canada, will bring together filmmakers, producers, festival directors, film institutes and schools, distributors, and industry executives from across Canada and globally to explore opportunities for collaboration and growth. Panel discussions, workshops, and networking events are scheduled to foster collaboration and improve the business sector. With a focus on diversity and representation, the event aims to promote the talent and leadership of the Canadian, Nollywood, and African film communities.
Through engaging discussions and interactive sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights into the future of both diverse and African cinema. The summit will also feature screenings of some of the latest and most acclaimed indie films, providing a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work and connect with potential collaborators. Overall, the event promises to be a unique and inspiring experience for all those passionate about the growth and development of African cinema while showcasing diversity.
The TINFF + CBDF Market Summit welcomes filmmakers, artists, agents, investors, festival directors, film institutions, and film Academy stakeholders, all of whom are vital components of the film industry and play critical roles in supporting and promoting filmmakers.
The summit will offer panels and workshops on topics such as funding opportunities, distribution strategies, and the use of new technologies in filmmaking. Attendees can look forward to engaging in discussions and networking opportunities with industry professionals in the Canada, Nollywood, and Africa sectors. By bringing together key players in the industry, the TINFF + CBDF Market Summit aims to foster collaboration and innovation that will shape the future of both independent films, especially African cinema, for years to come.
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💼 CORPORATE & INDUSTRY DELEGATES WELCOME
The CBDF Market Summit is designed for companies and organizations seeking visibility and partnerships in the Canadian and international film industry.
Ideal for:
• Film festivals
• Streaming platforms
• Cinema chains
• Banks and financial institutions
• Production companies
• Brands and corporations
Corporate registrations can be issued in the company’s name, with delegation-based invitation letters available for visa purposes.
🌐 Register:
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🌍 MORE THAN A FESTIVAL. A GLOBAL INDUSTRY HUB.
TINFF is Canada’s premier platform connecting Canadian, African, Caribbean and international storytellers through festivals, markets, distribution and talent development.
The ecosystem includes:
• TINFF
• BINFF
• IBDFF
• TICAFF
• KWIFF
• BAFGC
• CBDF Market Summit
• Cinematic Box Distribution Canada
All TINFF and Market Pass holders receive access to the TINFF + BINFF Closing Gala Awards at the Pearson Convention Centre in Brampton.
🎟️ Register today:
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🎬 TINFF@10 + CBDF MARKET SUMMIT 2026
10 Years of Canadian, Nollywood and Global Stories. A World of Impact.
Join filmmakers, producers, distributors, investors, film festivals, financial institutions and global corporations at the Canada Black & Diversity Film Market Summit during the 10th Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival.
📅 September 7–10, 2026
📍 York Woods Library Theatre, Toronto, Canada
Explore:
• Co-production opportunities
• Distribution and financing
• Industry networking
• 1-on-1 meetings with Cinematic Box Distribution Canada
• TINFF Fashion Week
• Red Carpet & Gala Awards
🌍 Where stories travel. Opportunities multiply.
Register now:
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TINFF @10 — From Toronto to the World 🌍🎬
From Prague to Toronto, the journey continues.
Following our recent engagement with the Embassy of Canada in the Czech Republic — including a meeting with Her Excellency Ms. Emily McLaughlin, Ambassador of Canada to the Czech Republic — TINFF continues to expand its global footprint through strategic international partnerships.
This moment, alongside our collaboration with the Prague Film Festival, marks a key milestone in the official international kickoff of TINFF @10 .
For 10 years, the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) has grown from a bold vision into a globally recognized platform — connecting Canada, Africa, and international markets through film, culture, and industry development.
Recognized as a Canadian Screen Awards (CSA)–Qualifying Festival and supported by Telefilm Canada under its Medium- to Large-Scale Festivals Program, TINFF stands at the forefront of Canada’s multicultural film ecosystem.
Beyond the festival, TINFF operates as a fully integrated ecosystem — including:
• CBDF Market Summit — driving co-production, financing, and industry exchange
• The Cinematic Box Distribution Canada — CMF & Telefilm-recognized distributor (supporting projects up to $3.5M)
• TINFF Academy & Talent Hub — building the next generation of creatives
• TINFF Fashion Week — celebrating culture through creative expression
As we enter our 10th anniversary year, TINFF is not just celebrating —
we are scaling globally.
This is more than a festival. This is a movement.
Welcome to TINFF @10 .
TINFF Lights Up the World – Official Theme Song: https://youtu.be/6Dm-Wscr4lM?si=TrdiDCB-oZprgrFj
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TINFF @10 — A Decade of Impact 🎬
We’re kicking off the TINFF @10 campaign—celebrating 10 years of film, culture, and community.
From a bold vision in 2016 to a nationally recognized platform today, the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) has grown into one of Canada’s fastest-growing independent film festivals, championing diversity and connecting Canadian stories to global audiences.
TINFF is recognized by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television as a Canadian Screen Awards (CSA)–Qualifying Festival and supported by Telefilm Canada under its Medium- to Large-Scale Festivals Program—marking its place within Canada’s national film ecosystem.
Over the years, TINFF has evolved into a dynamic ecosystem—bringing together festivals, industry platforms, markets, and creative initiatives that support filmmakers from discovery to global reach.
At the heart of this ecosystem is The Cinematic Box Distribution Canada, a distribution division of True Sail Production & Motion Pictures Inc., operating within the TINFF ecosystem and recognized as an eligible distributor by the Canada Media Fund (CMF) globally and by Telefilm Canada for productions in both the English and French markets, supporting feature films up to $3.5M.
As we launch this milestone year, the Canada Black & Diversity Film Market (CBDF Market Summit) will spotlight The Cinematic Box—creating pathways for co-production, financing, and global distribution—while expanding opportunities for Canadian and international filmmakers.
With platforms like TINFF Fashion Week and the TINFF Talent Hub, the ecosystem continues to grow—making TINFF a prolific multicultural festival and global meeting point for creatives.
This is more than a celebration. This is a movement.
Welcome to TINFF @10 .
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