National Screen Institute - Canada (NSI)

About National Screen Institute - Canada (NSI)

Founded in 1986, the National Screen Institute is Canada’s most established national training organization for storytellers across a spectrum of disciplines – from writers, directors and producers to digital creators. We partner with a visionary network of donors, businesses, and private and public organizations to provide industry-informed training in screen-based media, equipping creators across Canada with the skills to tell unforgettable stories. By prioritizing storytellers from equity-deserving communities – including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), women, LGBTQ2S+, people with disabilities, and those in regional and remote areas – we help build a more sustainable industry and a workforce ready to meet evolving market demands. Our students and alumni find their voices and places on the global stage, strengthening the creative economy and shaping a better world. Founded in Edmonton, Alberta, to address the need for screen-based training beyond Canada’s major cities, the institute is now headquartered in Winnipeg. For nearly 40 years, we have delivered market-driven training to over 1,800 creators, resulting in more than 1,900 projects. The institute has long championed regional voices and equity-deserving communities. 81% of participants identify as members of underrepresented groups, 47% as women, and over 850 Indigenous creators have been trained through Indigenous-led initiatives in the past 20 years. Through its alumni, the institute has contributed to acclaimed productions, cementing its role as a driving force for inclusion and innovation in the screen industry.

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