VLAFF is a registered non-profit charitable organization with the mission to provide a forum for the promotion and exhibition of Latin American cinema. This annual, non-competitive festival promotes dialogue between cultures and explores historical and social issues through the eyes of filmmakers.

Since 2003, VLAFF has continued to provide audiences with the unique opportunity of experiencing Latin American cinema in Vancouver.

VLAFF Mission

* To conduct a Film Festival for the purpose of educating and advancing the public’s understanding and appreciation of Latin American cinema.

* To conduct educational workshops and seminars.

* To provide independent filmmakers with the opportunity to display their artistic efforts.

* To provide Canadian audiences with an opportunity to observe a variety of films, which closely reflect the society and people of Latin American countries.

* To generate a network between the Canadian and Latin American film industries and forge an artistic alliance between the two.