Canadian talent will have one fewer space to network at this year’s South By Southwest music and film festival in Austin, Texas. Telefilm says in a statement it’s decided to cancel its annual Canada House at the 2025 edition of SXSW next month, but it didn’t provide a reason or respond to questions for comment. […]
Organizers of Canada House have canceled their participation in the 2025 SXSW festival in Austin, Texas, citing rising costs and political uncertainty, particularly concerning U.S.-Canada relations. While Telefilm, the organization behind Canada House, did not provide a reason, participants like the Canadian Independent Music Association pointed to economic and geopolitical factors as key influences. Telefilm will still attend the Canadian Innovation Lounge, focusing on technology. The festival is scheduled for March 7-15, 2025.