Amber Dowling

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Laying the groundwork for CTV’s crime drama Sight Unseen

The creators and producers behind the series discuss how the unique concept of a visually impaired detective and a virtual guide unlocked critical financial support.

Fremantle is open to creative deals with Canadian partners

Executive Michela Di Mondo discusses how the global distributor is building on its work in Canada, both in formats and scripted shows like Sullivan’s Crossing and Little Bird.

Trailblazer Nancy Chapelle reflects on multifaceted career

Chapelle leaves behind a lasting legacy as she prepares to depart the Bell Fund – just as she did at TVO and Catalyst before.

Terre Innue fulfills a promise with Telling Our Story

The five-year journey behind the docuseries that features 11 First Nations telling their own histories, ahead of its CBC TV debut on Sept. 30.

How Visitor Media gave Karen Kain her Swan Song

TIFF ’23: The team behind Swan Song explain how they created both a feature documentary and four-part series to honour the Canadian dance icon.

Canadian documentaries step into the TIFF spotlight

New data from DOC says Canadian audiences are increasingly watching homegrown unscripted stories, but funding for feature docs is drying up.

The CW’s Brad Schwartz looks north for network’s future

The exec says the network is looking for opportunities with Canadian partners as it rebrands post-Nexstar acquisition.

How CBC put Matt Johnson’s BlackBerry in motion

Producers Matthew Miller, Kevin Krikst and Fraser Ash explain how the Ontario-shot feature went from a book option to a world premiere at Berlin.

Playback’s Director of the Year 2022: Sarah Polley

Polley’s adaptation of Miriam Toews’ Women Talking was the toast of TIFF and is an awards season contender, landing her in Playback’s Best of the Year.

Home to Win

HGTV Canada at 25: A look at the network’s pillars of success

As the specialty station hits a milestone anniversary, its executives and talent discuss how its internal star system propelled it to new heights.

Playback Hall of Fame inductee Susanne Boyce: Bringing Canada to the World

Whether building broadcast networks or creating legendary franchises, for Boyce it was always about the audience.

UBCP/ACTRA urges reform for child performer income regulations in B.C.

ACTRA’s B.C. arm is soliciting signatures and calling for new regulations for child performers and their future investments.