Vancouver Web Fest
Emerging or unverified festival
Vancouver Web Fest, also known as the Vancouver Web Series Festival, is a Vancouver-based festival devoted to web series and other digital content created for online distribution. It is notable as the first Canadian festival dedicated solely to internet programming and has been described as a leading destination for quality web content, attracting creators and industry professionals from around the world. The festival’s importance in the circuit comes from its role as a major showcase and networking hub for digital storytelling, with screenings, panels, workshops, and awards recognizing fiction, nonfiction, and genre-based work.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 10 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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