A public performance license is required in order to show films in any public setting, including public libraries and schools.

In Canada there are two main providers of public performance licenses:

• Criterion Pictures: htttp://www.criterionpic.com
• Audio-Ciné Films (ACF): http://www.acf-film.com

Each company represents different film producers. Once a license is obtained, only the films of those represented by the licensing company can be shown. The exception is films purchased with public performance rights included, which is usually indicated on the film packaging.

Parkland Regional Library has contracted with Audio-Ciné Films to make public performance licenses available for those pubic libraries who wish to participate. These contracts are renewed at the end of November each year. Contact Sharon Thompson (sthompson@prl.ab.ca) for costs and further information.

It is illegal to show films in public settings without a license, in accordance with copyright legislation. Further information on copyright for both school and public libraries can be found on our Copyright Information page.