ABOUT MEMBERSHIP

CSIF is a registered non-profit and charity. Membership is open to anyone wishing to support the Mission Statement, Aims and Objectives of the CSIF. The membership policy of CSIF is intended to engage members who are willing to commit time and energy to the society in exchange for CSIF’s commitment towards their individual film making endeavours.

As a member, you’ll also receive perks and discounts from our community partners: The Camera Store, Matrix Video Communications, Niagara Custom Lab, Vistek, Calgary Cinematheque, Quickdraw Animation Society, Calgary Underground Film Festival, Fairytales Film Festival, Globe Cinema, and Frame Discreet.

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

There are two levels of CSIF membership: Associate Membership ( $40) and Production Membership ($60). Every new member must start at the Associate Level.

Associate Members receive:

• Access to equipment and facility rentals after a 1-month probationary period (i.e., good standing)

• Access to CSIF’s Film & Book Library rentals

• Discounts on all CSIF Workshops

• Ability to join CSIF Clubs

• Eligibility to submit films to member screenings and other CSIF-sanctioned events

• Eligibility to apply for Telefilm Canada’s Talent-to-Watch Program through CSIF

• Regular mailings and e-mails regarding CSIF news, film opportunities, and member activities

• Voting rights at general meetings and at the AGM

• Discounts with our community partners

Once you spend a minimum of 3 months as an Associate Member and commit a minimum of 20 volunteer hours to CSIF (more info on volunteering can be found here), you are eligible to upgrade your membership to a Production Membership.

Production Members receive:

• All listed benefits of Associate Membership

• Even higher discounts on CSIF equipment rentals

• Eligibility for election to the Board of Directors or various committees