Collaboration Announcement for the 2026 IsLABentura Canarias

Overview

The Canary Islands Cultural Development Institute (ICDC) and the Council of La Gomera have officially announced their collaboration to host the 2026 edition of the 'IsLABentura Canarias Laboratorio de Guion'—a comprehensive scriptwriting workshop focused on stories rooted in the Canary Islands.

Program Details

• Under this agreement, ICDC will manage:
  • logistics
  • funding
  • organization of the six-month program
• The program aims to:
  • foster local storytelling talent
  • promote regional culture
• La Gomera’s role involves:
  • providing local historical, cultural, and geographical information to inspire participating scriptwriters
  • funding travel and accommodation costs for selected participants
• Participants will be:
  • international and Spanish speakers

Objectives and Focus

• Develop new scripts for:
  • feature films
  • TV series
• Based on Canary Islands stories and sites, emphasizing:
  • local heritage
  • natural landscapes
  • international cooperation

Broader Goals

• Support the regional audiovisual sector
• Create employment
• Increase the international visibility of Canary culture

Legal and Operational Framework

The agreement ensures all activities comply with applicable legal frameworks for public cooperation, data protection, and transparency.

• It establishes mechanisms for:
  • follow-up
  • communication
  • possible extensions

Strategic Importance

• Reinforces the islands’ growing reputation as a magnet for:
  • creative industry investment
  • cultural exportation