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Write Over Here: Indigenous Futurism Residency 2027
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
About the Open Call
Write Over Here: Indigenous Futurism residency supports Indigenous screenwriters in adapting their work (novels, short stories, plays) for screen. Participants engage in faculty-led workshops, one-on-one feedback, and 24/7 studio access. The program is a hybrid, starting with an online week followed by three weeks on campus in Banff, concluding with an open house showcase.
What is Offered
Includes tuition, accommodation, and a daily meal plan. Full scholarship coverage (100% of fees) is provided for Indigenous participants.
Requirements
Applicants must be Indigenous, 18+ years old, and have written at least one script or have an educational background in film/screenwriting. Must be adapting a novel, short story, or play into a screen work.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting an application form, paying the application fee, and uploading a resume, cover letter, project proposal, and portfolio (story outline and script excerpt) via SlideRoom.
Key Information
Deadline
September 23, 2026
Location
Banff, Canada
Categories
Compensation
paid
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