Lunenburg Doc Fest is pleased to announce the awards lineup for 2024.

Awards are based on overall merit of the entries and are chosen by a jury with the

exception of the Audience Award, which is chosen by you!

The Pamela Segger Best Canadian Feature Documentary

All eligible feature Canadian documentaries screening during Lunenburg Doc Fest are in competition for the $1000 The Pamela Segger Best Canadian Feature Documentary Award.

Pamela Segger was a founder of the festival and the driving force for our first 10 years. She brought the world to Lunenburg and put the Lunenburg Doc Fest on the global film stage. Over the last year, as she battled a devastating illness, she remained optimistic, focused and in control. She was a model of grace and dignity in the face of adversity.

Best International Feature Documentary

All eligible feature international documentaries screening during Lunenburg Doc Fest are in competition for the $1000 Best International Feature Documentary Award.

Best Short Documentary

All short films screening during the festival are in competition for the Short Film Award.

Best Atlantic Filmmaker

The Atlantic Filmmaker Award goes to a film with a strong Atlantic filmmaker connection. The selected filmmaker wins a 1-year membership to the Atlantic chapter of the Documentary Organization of Canada (DOC Atlantic), $500 From DOC Atlantic, and in-kind rental services.

Audience Award: Have Your Say!

All feature documentaries screeningduring the tenth annual Lunenburg Doc Fest are eligible for the $1000 AUDIENCE AWARD. The Audience Award is especially meaningful because it is chosen by you! Rate each film individually by tearing the ballot at the appropriate rating (5 is the highest score). Please deposit the torn slip into the red Audience Award box in the lobby. Add your name and email for a chance to win a 2025 Doc Fest Film Pass!