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TIFF 2026 Closes with Star-Studded Awards Ceremony
20 Sep
Summary
- TIFF 2026's People's Choice Award is a major predictor of Oscar success.
- Audience-voted awards include People's Choice, Documentary, Midnight Madness, and International.
- Juried awards and short film accolades were also presented at the ceremony.
The 2026 Toronto International Film Festival has officially concluded after eleven days of screenings and events. The festival celebrated its closing with a star-studded awards ceremony, announcing winners across multiple categories. This year's event, like previous ones, offered both in-person and streaming options for attendees.
The People's Choice Award, a highlight of the ceremony, holds significant weight as an early predictor in the 2026-2027 film awards season. Historically, a large percentage of TIFF's People's Choice winners have earned Academy Award nominations for Best Picture, with a notable number achieving Oscar wins.
In addition to the People's Choice Award, the audience also voted for the Documentary, Midnight Madness, and International People's Choice awards. The ceremony also presented several juried awards, including the Platform Award, Best Canadian Feature Film, and various short film honors, recognizing a diverse range of cinematic achievements.
