Background

Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Moving Images Distribution's roots lie within the independent film and video community. During the 1970s, a group of talented young Canadian filmmakers began developing ways to increase the profile of their work. Their vision resulted in the formation of Canadian Filmmakers Distribution West, now known as Moving Images Distribution. Since opening in 1979, the organization has flourished under its committment to promoting Canadian independent productions.

A Dynamic Collection

At Moving Images Distribution, we are pleased to distribute over 500 works produced by some of Canada's finest filmmakers. The programs in our collection are innovative in approach and concerned with contemporary social issues. We carry an excellent selection of titles ranging from visual arts to media education, cross-cultural issues to Canadian history, woman's issues to environmental concerns, humour to entertainment. Visit our comprehensive online catalogue to discover an excellent selection of documentary, drama, animation and educational programs. You will note that many of our titles are award-winners.

A Diverse Marketplace

We serve a diverse clientele in non-theatrical and broadcast markets. In addition to being telecast internationally, many of our programs have been featured on the screens of repertory cinemas and at festivals. Our collection is also popular with schools, universities and colleges, cultural organizations, libraries, community groups and businesses.

Usage rights

DVD and VHS copies can be purchased or rented with the rights for non-theatrical public performance use. Broadcast and duplication rights are also available for many of our programs. If you would like additional information, or if you would like to preview a title, please feel free to contact us.

Staff

Executive Director/Market Development	Sylvia Jonescu Lisitza
Sales Administration	Sanfu Chen
Collection Management	Meghan Elie
Accounting	Lupe Danyluk

Moving Images Distribution's mandate is to actively promote Canadian culture and the recognition of film as an art form through the distribution of film and video created by its membership of Canadian independent producers. A not-for-profit organization registered in British Columbia, Canada, our activities are supported primarily by the earned income from the distribution of our members' work, with supplementary funding from The Canada Council's Media Arts Section and BC's Ministry of Small Business, Tourism and Culture.