Our Story
BCEFF was founded by filmmaker Pezhman Hadavi and oceanographer Jennifer Jackson, built from the start on bridging the gap between the scientific community and the film industry.
Two disciplines, one mission
BCEFF was founded by filmmaker Pezhman Hadavi and oceanographer Jennifer Jackson, built from the start on bridging the gap between the scientific community and the film industry.
Beyond Vancouver
Screenings expanded from Vancouver and Victoria to international stages, including Nicosia, Nairobi, and Kigali — carrying the festival's mission well beyond Canada.
AEFF is founded
Africa Environmental Film Festival launches as a dedicated program of BCEFF, giving African environmental storytelling its own stage, awards, and pathway to a global audience.
Our first festival cycle
Submissions for AEFF's inaugural cycle close September 1, 2026. This is the beginning of the story — and we're looking for the films that will help tell it.