Banff Extends Submission Deadline

TORONTO: The Banff World Television Festival has extended the Program Competition submission final deadline for its annual awards program, The Rockies, to February 20. 

"Extending the final deadline for submissions is our way to ensure producers can participate in this opportunity to showcase their work on the international stage," said Georges Leclere, the director of the Banff World Television Awards. 

The Rockies recognize excellence in international television, covering 21 genres and two interactive categories. In addition to Special Jury Awards and the Grand Prize, the competition includes new categories Sports Documentaries and Sports Entertainment Programs, as well as a new Francophone Prize.  Returning categories include the Immersive Entertainment Program, Original Online Program, Best Environmental Program, Best Social & Humanitarian Program and the Telenovela category. 

The festival will take place at the Fairmont Banff Springs in Banff, Canada, from June 7 to 10.