Toronto International Film Festival
Toronto, Canada
100
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International Songwriters Day Song Contest
Canada · Est. 2019 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Canada
24
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The International Songwriters Day Song Contest is a Canadian annual contest tied to International Songwriters Day on April 9, and it is notable for its international reach and its focus on celebrating strong songwriting rather than production polish. It showcases original songs, indie music videos, and lyric/poem entries with an inspirational theme centered on hope, redemption, new beginnings, and second chances, making it more of a songwriter-focused competition than a traditional film festival. Its significance comes from its recurring place in the broader music-and-media awards circuit, where it attracts entries from around the world and has been recognized by industry professionals and listed among notable contests.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+10 pts)
- 7 years of verifiable history
Red Flags (-36 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
Festival Details
Founded
2019
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Legitimacy Score24/100
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