Co-founded in 2018 by Creston-area filmmakers Mark Wolfe and Kerry McArthur, the KFS now CVFS, Creston Valley Film Society quickly earned success by joining forces with local artists Richard Reeves, Alison Masters and Gary Deatherage in launching the first 7th Siding Festival of Film – an event that attracted short and feature-length films from across western Canada.  In 2020, 7th Siding attracted more than 1000 films nationally and internationally and in 2021 gave strong indication of becoming an established international film festival, attracting almost 2000 entries.

 

Membership in the CVFS is automatic with the purchase of a ticket for any viewing event of current 7th Siding Festival of Film season, which usually starts in August. 

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MANDATE

The mandate of the Creston Valley Film Society is to Build an inclusive film community through film festivals, skill-building workshops, film screenings, presentations, and research. 

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Discover Your Creative Side with the Creston Valley Film Society

You don't have to be a professional filmmaker to be part of the filmmaking community. You just need an interest in film and a willingness to explore.

Have you ever wanted to make a short film, learn how to edit your videos, tell a local story, or simply connect with other people who share your interest in filmmaking? The Creston Valley Film Society (CVFS) welcomes you!

We're a nonprofit society dedicated to bringing people together through film, filmmaking, and storytelling. While our annual 7th Siding Film Festival remains an important part of what we do, our vision extends beyond the festival. We're building a year-round creative community where people can learn, share ideas, develop their skills, and bring their stories to life.

What can you get involved in?

Our growing programs include filmmaking workshops, opportunities to learn about filming and editing, our Creston Stories documentary series celebrating local people and places, the CVFS Podcast, and Creston Valley Reel Talk, our monthly online film discussion.

We're also creating opportunities for local filmmakers and aspiring storytellers to connect, collaborate, share their work, and explore new creative projects.

Is CVFS right for you?

You don't need professional equipment, formal training, or years of experience. Whether you're just starting a new hobby, enjoy filming and editing videos, want to try making a short film, or already have experience behind the camera, there's a place for you in our creative community.

You might want to learn something new, meet like-minded people, contribute your skills, collaborate on a project, or simply discover a greater appreciation for film. Whatever your starting point, we'd love to hear from you.

Be part of what we're building

The Creston Valley Film Society is growing, and there's an opportunity for community members to help shape its future. By getting involved, you can help create more opportunities for filmmaking, storytelling, education, and creative expression right here in the Creston Valley.

Curious about what we do or how you can participate? Get in touch, tell us about your interests, and let's explore the possibilities together.

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