Film Reference Library

Film Reference Library

The Film Reference Library is dedicated to preserving Canadian cinema heritage and promoting cinema scholarship by collecting, preserving, and providing access to a comprehensive, non-circulating collection of reference resources, as well as film and archival materials — including the corporate archive for the Toronto International Film Festival.

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News

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Get an archival jolt! during our Supporter Appreciation Weekend

November 16, 2019, 1:30pm–3pm


!Toronto: A Non-linear and Generative Exploration of Toronto on Film

October 17, 2019 – February 29, 2020


Mark your calendars for UNESCO World Day for Audiovisual Heritage

October 20, 2019


Connect with Culture Days at the Film Reference Library!

September 28, 2019, 12pm–5pm


 

Hours and Location

The TIFF Film Reference Library accepts walk-in visitors.

If you would like an appointment, please contact libraryservices@tiff.net to book a time or request research assistance. We recommend booking at least two days in advance when possible, to ensure the requested materials can be made accessible.

The Library provides virtual reference services via phone 416-599-8433 ext. 2 and via email.

Film Reference Library and CIBC Canadian Film Gallery

4th Floor, TIFF Bell Lightbox
350 King Street West, Toronto
416-599-8433 ext. 2005 | libraryservices@tiff.net

As we undergo renovations on the 3rd floor of TIFF Bell Lightbox, the Film Reference Library will be a Member-exclusive space from Friday to Sunday (hours posted below), with complimentary snacks and refreshments.

Hours

Sunday
Member Exclusive TIFF Lounge 12pm-8pm
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10am–5pm
Wednesday
10am-5pm
Thursday
10am–5pm
Friday
10am-5pm, Member Exclusive TIFF Lounge 5pm-8pm
Saturday
Member Exclusive TIFF Lounge 12pm-8pm

A proud affiliate member of the International Federation of Film Archives (FIAF), the Film Reference Library is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and providing access to a comprehensive collection of materials – including 35mm films – to promote Canadian and international film scholarship.

Film Reference Library and CIBC Canadian Film Gallery
4th floor, TIFF Bell Lightbox
Reitman Square, 350 King Street West, Toronto
416-599-8433 ext. 2005 |