What is the Mosquers FILM FESTIVAL?

Based out of Edmonton, Canada, what started in 2006 as a modest short-film competition tackling everyday issues and showcasing the diversity and talents of the local Muslim community, the Mosquers today draws talented filmmakers, performers, and an audience from across North America and around the world.

The Mosquers was started to combat misconceptions about Islam and Muslims, demonstrate our diversity, and provide a channel for talented individuals to express themselves.

OUR VISION IS TO BE THE WORLD’S LEADING FILM & arts FESTIVAL THAT TRANSFORMS THE WAY PEOPLE SEE MUSLIMS.

Over the past 15 years, films submitted to the Mosquers have entertained, inspired and educated our audience on an array of social issues. The Mosquers Film Festival continues to unite the community through a night of celebrating the art of film.

The Mosquers Awards Ceremony is now a premier event that attracts attention and talent from across North America.

The event is comprised of:

A red-carpet gala
The screening of our short-film finalists
Featured performances by notable artists including Nemahsis, Jeremy Mclellan, Maz Jobrani, Ahmed Ahmed, Azhar Usman, and Mo Amer, musicians Brother Ali and Mona Haydar, and many others
The Awards presentation (up to $9,000 in awards) - previous judges have included Zarqa Nawaz (creator of "Little Mosque on the Prairie")

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