FILM REFERENCE LIBRARY

About the Library

We would like to acknowledge the key role that Gerald Pratley (1923–2011) played in the establishment of the Film Reference Library. Pratley was a true champion of film and a tireless leader. As Founder of the Ontario Film Institute, he ensured that a collection of materials indispensable to film education, production, and research became housed and preserved for future generations. In 1990, the Province of Ontario selected TIFF to be the guardian of the Ontario Film Institute, granting its holdings of film prints and film resources and prompting the creation of TIFF’s Film Reference Library.

Hours and Location

The TIFF Film Reference Library will be accepting research appointments starting February 8th 2022. If you require in-person access to our holdings, we are providing appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12-5pm.

Please contact libraryservices@tiff.net to book an appointment or request research assistance. We recommend booking at least two days in advance when possible, to ensure the requested materials can be made accessible.

Masks are required at all times while inside the Library.

The Library will continue to provide virtual reference services via phone 416-599-8433 ext. 2 and via email.

Film Reference Library and CIBC Canadian Film Gallery

4th Floor, TIFF Bell Lightbox
350 King Street West, Toronto
416-599-8433 ext. 2 | libraryservices@tiff.net

Our Affiliations

Fédération International des Archives du Film

Association of Moving Image Archivists

Canadian Museums Association

Cinémathèque québécoise

Ontario Museum Association

Ontario Library Association