Our Mission:
To cultivate film as a cultural, educational, and economic driver in qathet Regional District, Powell River, Tla’amin Nation, and Shíshálh Nation.
Our Vision:
A thriving film community in qathet Regional District, Powell River, Tla’amin Nation, and Shíshálh Nation
Mandate
- Deliver programming that enriches and engages our audience in critical dialogue
- Support local filmmakers, filmmaking, and emerging talent
- Preserve, restore, and maintain the Historic Patricia Theatre
- Prioritize anti-racism, inclusivity and equity in our programming and organization
- Engage with Tla’amin Nation and Shíshálh Nation in the ongoing process of decolonization and reconciliation
Consumer Protection BC
- The Friends of Film Society of Powell River is responsible for operating in compliance with the Motion Picture Act and Consumer Protection BC.
- To attend a Powell River Film Festival screening (which may not have been classified by Consumer Protection BC), you must be a Powell River Film Society member.
- Membership is by annual subscription and is limited to persons who are 18 years of age or over.
- Only members are permitted to be present at the place where a non-classified film is being exhibited.