The Ruck v. City of Mississauga short documentary “A WOLF IN THE SUBURBS” had its World Premiere screening at the SXSW Film Festival in Austin, TX a couple of weeks ago and today was awarded the CANADIAN GRAND PRIZE [1] and the INTERNATIONAL FILM CRITICS AWARD [2] at the 2026 REGARD [3] Festival in Chicoutimi, Québec.
KUDOS to Director, Amélie Hardy; Producer Rosalie Chicoine-Perreault; Cinematographer, Myriam Payette; the Film Crew; and the Travelling Distribution team for a well-deserved start to the 2026 Film Festival Season !!!
Just in time for Spring Growing Season — and in anticipation of ongoing municipal Tall Grass and Nuisance Weeds By-law enforcement actions — next on the Festival Circuit is the HOT DOCS [4] Festival from April 23 to May 3, 2026 …
Toronto’s prestigious documentary festival will announce its full lineup on March 24, 2026, featuring a mix of Canadian and international films, special presentations, and industry screenings.
If you can, do attend the AWITS screenings with friends and family in support of the Urban Rewilding Cause.
CANADIAN GRAND PRIZE [1]
Several Canadian film festivals offer prestigious Grand Prize awards, highlighting excellence in Canadian and international cinema
INTERNATIONAL FILM CRITICS AWARD [2]
The FIPRESCI International Critic Award is a prestigious prize awarded by the International Federation of Film Critics (FIPRESCI) at various international film festivals to promote film art and encourage new, young cinema. Jury members—professional film journalists—select winning films for their originality and artistic merit.
REGARD [3]
The REGARD Film Festival has been Academy Award-qualifying since 2017, meaning winners of its top prizes are automatically eligible for Oscar nominations in the short film categories.
It is also recognized by the International Federation of Film Critics (FIPRESCI). The festival typically screens approximately 200 short films from over 50 countries during its five-day run and distributes over CAD$120,000 in prizes and grants to winning filmmakers.
HOT DOCS [4]
The Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest documentary festival in North America. The event takes place annually in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.