Ottawa Adventure Film Festival
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The Ottawa Adventure Film Festival is an adventure-focused film festival founded in 2017 and presented in Ottawa, with screenings in the National Capital Region, including Chelsea-area audiences through the broader Ottawa region. It is notable as the first international adventure film festival in Eastern Canada and has been described as one of a kind in the region. The festival showcases adventure and outdoor films from around the world, along with Canadian and local works centered on exploring the outdoors, community, and pushing personal limits, giving it a distinctive place in the regional film festival circuit.[2][3][4][6]
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 5 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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