April 6, 2027 | The Quay (100 Queen Quay East, Toronto)

Relive the excitement of the 2026 BSO Symposium, when 400+ screen professionals from across Canada and around the world gathered for a day of exceptional programming, industry connections, and memorable moments.

Tickets Now Available!

April 6, 2027 | The Quay

Join us for the fourth annual BSO Symposium, one of Canada’s premier screen industry events, bringing together creators and decision-makers for a day of fresh ideas, valuable insights, and high-impact business connections.

Making the Symposium more accessible to Black independent creators, producers and crew. That’s more than 50% off the full-price admission.

A limited number of tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Open to everyone. Register today and save more than 20% off the full-price admission.

Canada's Premier Gathering for Black Storytelling
and Screen Industry Connections

The BSO Symposium brings together leading creators, producers, broadcasters, funders and industry decision-makers from Canada and around the world.

With an exceptionally well-curated program, candid conversations and direct access to national and international decision-makers, the Symposium offers a full day of fresh ideas and valuable business connections. Add live entertainment, great food and an energetic atmosphere, and you have an industry event people look forward to attending.

What to expect

Engaging Speakers
and Conversations

Candid discussions with influential creators, commissioners, broadcasters and industry leaders.

Practical Industry Insights

Fresh perspectives on financing, commissioning, international markets and the future of film and television.

Valuable
Connections

Opportunities to meet collaborators, exchange ideas and build relationships throughout the day.

An Exceptional Event Experience

Engaging hosts, live entertainment, great food and energetic receptions in a welcoming atmosphere.

BSO BUSINESS EXCHANGE

One of the Symposium’s signature features, the BSO Business Exchange connects independent producers directly with broadcasters, commissioners, funders and other industry decision-makers through scheduled meetings.

Business Exchange meetings require advance sign-up and are only open to registered delegates. Sign up for updates to be among the first to know when bookings will become available.

Latest 2027 announcements

The 2027 program is taking shape! Watch for announcements about our speakers, conversations, special guests and industry partners.

More announcements coming soon.

PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Interested in partnering with the BSO Symposium? Reach out to info@bsosymposium.ca. 

THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 PARTNERS

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