The NFB produces and distributes bold and distinctive social issue documentaries, auteur animation and digital content. Since its founding in 1939, the NFB has built an impressive catalogue of over 13,000 productions and won over 5,000 awards - including 12 Oscars. The NFB's downtown Montréal showcase, the CinéRobothèque, offers unparalleled access to the board's outstanding collection (over 9,000 films available for viewing on-site). Numerous other film-related activities are offered, including workshops for everyone and hard-hitting documentaries with discussions.