Jordan Pinto

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Shaw Rocket, CMF aim to spur animation production

The organizations are partnering for the first time to jointly fund animated projects created for digital platforms.

Saban Capital’s acquisition of Sim falls through

The deal was terminated due to the volatility of the U.S. stock market, as well as time constraints caused by the partial U.S. government shutdown, said Sim’s James Haggarty.

Mercer, Feore among Governor General’s performing arts laureates

The pair received Lifetime Artistic Achievement awards, while Sandra Oh received the National Arts Centre Award for her accomplishments over the past year.

How big data is changing the commissioning game

Data around audience viewing habits is playing an increasingly vital role in today’s commissioning landscape for broadcasters and platforms.

CBS’ Star Trek: Discovery renewed, will return to Space

Bell Media has confirmed that new episodes of the Toronto-shot series will return to its linear and OTT services.

Craig Pryce examines real-life scientific experiment in new feature

The Marijuana Chronicles, based on a medical experiment conducted on a group of 20 women, started shooting this week in Toronto. (Julia Stone pictured).

Corus’ so.da uncaps new Twitter series

Produced through the company’s in-house social content studio so.da, #DestinationDishes follows celebrity chefs as they create destination-themed meals.

TVA Group to acquire Incendo for $19.5M

Under the deal, TVA Group will take ownership of all Incendo’s production and distribution assets.

Gearshift Films heads north once more for new feature Tainted

LevelFILM will handle Canadian distribution on Brent Cote’s directorial debut about a former mafia member trying to outrun the demons of his past.

CMF, industry partner to rally domestic pride

A new consumer-facing campaign aims to familiarize Canadians with homegrown talent who have made an impact internationally.

IMAX filmmaker Toni Myers dies

Myers worked on 18 IMAX films during a 40-year career and was appointed to the Order of Canada earlier this month.

Nokia calls on Shaftesbury for digital docuseries

The companies have partnered on a six-part series exploring the societal impact of 5G networks, artificial intelligence and automation.