Siân Heder to receive TIFF impact media tribute as 'Being Heumann' opens 2026 festival

Siân Heder, Oscar-winning director of 'CODA,' will receive the TIFF Tribute Award in impact media at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, Variety reported on July 29. Her TIFF debut film 'Being Heumann' serves as the festival's opening night selection. The gala is set for September 13.