Hot Docs is the leading documentary film festival and conference in North America, showcasing and celebrating the best in international documentary cinema.

The Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is a key cultural and industry event based in Toronto, widely recognized for its commitment to documentary storytelling as both an art form and a powerful tool for social impact. It brings together filmmakers, producers, distributors, buyers, and industry professionals from around the world, creating a vital hub for documentary financing, distribution, and collaboration.

The 2026 edition was held entirely in-person, reaffirming the importance of face-to-face exchange within the documentary industry. The Industry Days took place on April 28 and 29, featuring a highly curated programme of meetings, networking opportunities, and professional activities designed to support project development and international co-productions.

Why b.square?

To support the organisation of its Industry programme, Hot Docs relies on b.square - the platform that streamlines the scheduling and management of one-to-one meetings between industry delegates and project representatives.

With its intuitive interface and automated scheduling system, b.square enables participants to efficiently build personalised meeting agendas, maximising networking opportunities and ensuring meaningful professional connections throughout the Industry Days.