COLM FEORE TALKS "NATIONAL CANADIAN FILM DAY"
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With countless roles in films, TV and a veteran of the stage Colm Feore is an adamant supporter of all things Canadian and is passionate about spreading the word!
Colm Feore is more than just a familiar face on our screens—he is a true Canadian treasure. With a career spanning from the prestigious stages of the Stratford Festival to blockbuster international hits, Feore has remained a steadfast champion of our domestic film industry.
He’s a prominent supporter and board member for National Canadian Film Day (CanFilmDay), frequently participating in, promoting, and hosting Q&As for the annual event. For 2026, he is featured in a special screening of The Girl Who Cried Pearls and supports the 20th anniversary of Bon Cop, Bad Cop.
As a prominent board member of REEL CANADA, he is at the forefront of National Canadian Film Day (CanFilmDay), an annual celebration dedicated to sharing our unique stories with the world. Whether he’s discussing the 20th anniversary of the iconic Bon Cop, Bad Cop or attending a screening of the Oscar-winning short The Girl Who Cried Pearls, Feore’s passion for our cultural landscape is infectious.
Colm Feore's Involvement in National Canadian Film Day:
2026 Events: Feore will attend a free screening of the Oscar-winning short The Girl Who Cried Pearls at Toronto's Scotiabank Theatre on April 15, 2026, and is featured in special events for the 20th anniversay of Bon Cop, Bad Cop.
Active Supporter: He frequently appears in promotional content for #CanFilmDay, encouraging viewers to watch Canadian stories.
Board Member: Feore is a REEL CANADA board member, the organization that runs the annual event.
Background: Known for his work in The Trotsky, Bon Cop Bad Cop, and Thirty-Two Short Films About Glenn Gould, Feore often highlights the quality and importance of Canadian cinema.
I caught up with Colm Feore via ZOOM from his home in Stratford to discuss why Canadian productions are vital to our national identity and why National Canadian Film Day on April 15th is the perfect time to fall in love with our cinema all over again.