Short Description The Quickdraw Animation Society (QAS) is accepting submissions for the 21st GIRAF International Festival of Independent Animation, scheduled for November 2025 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The festival celebrates independent animation that explores innovative techniques, creative storytelling, and thought-provoking themes. The organizers are looking for animation submissions, in all styles, genres, lengths, and mediums, to present to their audience in Calgary, Canada.     Eligibility International Amateur and professional   Program Benefits or Awards Selected films will be presented during GIRAF 21 and the best International and Canadian short film will be awarded.   Film Criteria Accepted: All styles, genres, lengths, and mediums of animation Abstract, experimental, and narrative animations Student films and professional works Not Accepted: Commercial work (advertisements, explainer videos, trailers, festival stingers) Children's films (festival is aimed at an adult audience) Music videos (accepted rarely, but exceptions may be made).   Entry Fee: None   Location: Canada (Calgary, Alberta)   Deadline: August  1, 2025   Website link:  https://www.giraffest.ca/   Apply link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_vq0KnGFPoBa_ISDam4HxwGEb0uHjHzvQsAf-npiuZamh0g/viewform