Gender Equity in Media Society - GEMFest

Gender Equity in Media Society (GEMS) Vancouver hosts their signature event, GEMFest, the only film festival dedicated to women and gender-diverse people in Western Canada, and one of just three international film festivals for women and gender-diverse people in Canada.

GEMFest continues to provide a platform for challenging gender inequity and the lack of diversity in the screen-based media industry through a combination of film screenings, discussions, professional development, and networking opportunities. With the continued support of the GEMS community, GEMFest was enthusiastically and passionately celebrated in 2025 for its 20th anniversary.