Want to learn more about CBC New Indigenous Voices? Watch our Q+A webinar.

In this Q+A webinar, program manager Sarah Simpson-Yellowquill provides an overview of CBC New Indigenous Voices, alum Matthew Shoup shares his experiences as a participant and then Sarah answers audience questions. This Q+A webinar was recorded on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Sarah’s contact information is below.

CBC New Indigenous Voices offers 14-weeks of full-time, immersive training for Indigenous creators aged 18 and over to learn from industry experts and gain hands-on experience in the essential elements of film and television.

Applications close on Thursday, March 27 at 12 p.m. CT. Apply now!

There is no fee to apply.

Topics discussed in the Q+A webinar include the internship process, what the selection committee looks for in applications and accommodation and travel assistance for participants outside Manitoba. Additionally, Sarah talks about industry mentorship and networking opportunities.

Training begins in May 2025 with two weeks of online sessions followed by six weeks of in-person workshops and short film production on Treaty 1 Territory in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This multi-phase format offers comprehensive skills development, short film production experience and an internship placement.

If you have further questions, please contact program manager Sarah Simpson-Yellowquill, sarahs [dot] yellowquill [at] nsi-canada [dot] ca.

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CBC New Indigenous Voices 2025 is funded by Title, Presenting and Tuition Sponsor CBC; Program Partners Manitoba Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism, Neeginan Education, Training and Employment Services, Inc. (NETES), Telefilm Canada; Provincial Sponsor Manitoba Film & Music; National Screen Institute Core Funders are Manitoba Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism and the City of Winnipeg through the Winnipeg Arts Council. More sponsors will be added as confirmed.