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Inside Out names Lauren Howes as executive director
Howes, who most recently served as executive director of the Canadian Filmmakers Distribution Centre, assumes the role on March 1.
NFB to create more equitable hiring practices as part of diversity roadmap
Among its pledges, the organization said it will create a pair of inclusion-focused managerial positions as it looks to build a more “egalitarian, open and diverse organization.”
Spin Master bolsters its entertainment team
Four key promotions will see the company focus on content development, production and franchise growth.
Peacock Alley adds new development, production roles
The Toronto-based prodco has hired Diana Foley and Eli Campbell in newly created development roles for factual and scripted, respectively, and named a post-production director.
Hot Sheet: Top 30 TV programs, Feb. 8 to 14, 2021
Murdoch Mysteries claims the #29 spot, meanwhile The Rookie leads this week’s list.
CMPA calls for code of practice in Bill C-10
The producers association took part in a Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage meeting to discuss ways to address IP retention in a streamer-dominated landscape.
Gusto names Carrie Gillis as VP and general manager
Gillis will oversee operations, sales and marketing in the newly created position, based out of Gusto’s Ottawa studio.
Ballinran Entertainment unveils doc on activist Foon Hay Lum
Canadian theatre director and actor Keira Loughran is attached to write and direct.
Reel World Management to adapt Eternity Springs book series
Empire and The Cosby Show actor Phylicia Rashad is expected to star in the series, as well as executive produce.
Hot Sheet: Top films for Feb. 12 to 18, 2021
The Croods: A New Age leads, followed by News of the World at #2 and Promising Young Woman at #3.
Schitt’s earns ensemble at ACTRA Awards for third year in a row
ACTRA Toronto’s ceremony also saw Outstanding Performance – Female go to Tamara Podemski (Coroner), while Jesse LaVercombe (Violation) was honoured with Outstanding Performance – Male.
Updated filing reveals more details about Boat Rocker’s proposed IPO
The proceeds of the initial public offering would be between $175 million and $201.3 million, according to documents filed last week.
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