PALM Festival
PARTICIPATE IN THE FESTIVAL
2026 Edition
Submit your short film for the next edition
30,000$ in grants distributed among selected films!
SELECTION CRITERIA SHORT FILMS PALM 2026
Application deadline: June 1st 2025 at midnight
Your project must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- The project will showcase the region through fly fishing (all species);
- The project must be between 5 and 15 minutes long;
- The short film must respect good catch-and-release practices;
- The images taken must reflect good practices in the enhancement and conservation of nature and the territory;
- The project must be produced and directed in Canada.
Your project will be judged by the Festival organizing committee according to the following criteria:
- Your reasons for participating in the PALM Festival;
- The message conveyed by your project;
- The territory highlighted by your project;
- The synopsis of your project;
- Your experience in video production.
The PALM Festival
Where the passion of fly fishing meets the big screen
Powered by the financial support of the Ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs (MELCCFP), as well as the invaluable support of Saumon Québec's partners, the PALM Festival showcases fly fishing through the eyes of local and international videographers.
Presented by the Fédération québécoise pour le saumon atlantique (FQSA), the Atlantic Salmon Federation (ASF) and in collaboration with Hooké, the PALM fly fishing festival takes you on a captivating tour through video projects that highlight the richness of the Canadian territory and the diversity of fly-fished species.
A space for creators
The video artists selected by the organizing committee will be sharing an impressive $30,000 grant offered by the FQSA. Through their creations, they share much more than images: a passion, a way of life, a culture. All while transporting you to breathtaking locations.
A place to gather
The PALM Festival is also a unique space for fishing enthusiasts, nature and film lovers. It's an opportunity to exchange ideas with committed organizations and to forge links around a shared passion.
Memorable evenings
During the evening screenings, audiences can discover short films of 5 to 15 minutes, made by selected talents. And that's not all! Films from the presenting organizations - FQSA, FSA and Hooké - will also be featured.
BECOME A PRESENTER
You want to contribute to presenting the PALM Festival in your city?
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Public contests
REEL CONTEST
2025 Edition Winners
Benjamin St-Pierre, Elliot Durocher et Jean-Christophe Baril - Woodsmanship
View the other reels participating in the last edition right here.
The PALM Reel Contest invites you to share your passion for fly fishing. Show the essence of this unique activity by assembling your best images from the past season.
Participation criteria
Fly fishing activity: Whatever the species, the important thing is to show the activity in an authentic and respectful way.
Respect of good catch and release practices: If you choose to use catch-and-release videos, make sure they represent responsible practices (see our page on good catch and release techniques).
Format: The reel must be shot in 9:16 vertical format, ideal for social platforms, and have a maximum duration of 1 minute.
Submissions for the Reel Competition are now closed. See you in January 2026 for the next edition!
PHOTO CONTEST
2025 Edition Winner
Sandra Fournier - Au fil de l'Aube
See some more photos of the last edition right here.
The PALM Photo Contest invites photographers to capture the essence of fly fishing, with an emphasis on good practice.
Participation criteria
Fly fishing activity: The photo must highlight the activity of fly fishing, whether it's the action of fishing or the release of a fish.
Respect of good catch and release practices: If you choose to include a catch-and-release photo, only photos illustrating respectful practices will be accepted (see our page on good catch and release techniques).
Avoid traditional shots: Photos in which people pose with their shots will not be accepted unless they are original.
Format: Your photo must be in 3:2 (or 2:3) format and exported in high resolution (300ppp).
Submissions for the photo competition are now closed. See you in January 2026 for the next edition!
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
MONTEUR ÉRIC TREMBLAY
