- media release

January 18, 2007: for immediate release


Call for applications - NSI FilmExchange Youth Outreach Program

Deadline: February 12, 4:30 p.m.

Winnipeg – As part of the NSI FilmExchange Canadian Film Festival, the National Screen Institute – Canada (NSI), is offering a free youth outreach program for up to 35 young adults interested in learning more about the film and television industry. The program provides exposure to the industry, the opportunity to meet with professionals and access to resources that will help participants get more information about careers in the industry.

The program runs from February 27 to March 23. Deadline to apply is February 12.

An application form is available at http://www.nsi-canada.ca/filmexchange/youth.html

Application forms may also be requested by calling 204-957-8481 or by emailing cameron.woykin@nsi-canada.ca

“We’re very pleased to offer the NSI FilmExchange Youth Outreach Program again,” said Liz Janzen, Director of Programming at the National Screen Institute. “The program connects young people with skills and information they can use to make a decision about their careers. It exposes them to the possibility of working in the film and television industry.”

Selected participants will go to the NSI FilmExchange Canadian Film Festival in Winnipeg as full delegates to attend screenings and workshops to help increase their awareness of potential jobs in the industry. After the festival, the program offers seminars with Film Training Manitoba, the Winnipeg Film Group and other industry professionals.

Eligible applicants must:
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status.
- Be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations in Canada.
- Be between the ages of 15 and 30.
- Be in need of assistance overcoming employment barriers.
- Not currently working full time or attending school.
- Have an interest in learning about a career in the film/television industry.
- Be reliable and eager to learn.

The NSI FilmExchange Youth Outreach Program is funded in part by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada with training assistance from Film Training Manitoba and the Winnipeg Film Group.

The NSI FilmExchange Canadian Film Festival takes place in Winnipeg from February 28 to March 3, 2007.

More details about the festival are available at:
http://www.nsi-canada.ca/filmexchange

The National Screen Institute – Canada (NSI), with headquarters in Winnipeg, is Canada’s oldest nationally-recognized film and television training school. The National Screen Institute helps emerging writers, directors and producers bring their stories to life to share at home and abroad. Its market-driven programs have led to employment for National Screen Institute graduates by giving them a competitive edge — according to the latest National Screen Institute Alumni Survey, 97% of respondents are working in the industry. The NSI FilmExchange Canadian Film Festival 2007 marks the conclusion of the National Screen Institute's 20th anniversary year.

Visit http://www.nsi-canada.ca for more information about the National Screen Institute.


The National Screen Institute – Canada (NSI) operates with ongoing funding from Telefilm Canada through Canadian Heritage, and Manitoba Culture, Heritage and Tourism. Additional support provided by Patrons: CTV, CBC Television and The Brian Linehan Charitable Foundation and financial assistance provided by the Winnipeg Arts Council.

For further information:

Liz Hover, Publicity & Outreach
T: 204-957-8481
E: liz.hover@nsi-canada.ca