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Omnifilm works out new revenue stream with DTC fitness channel
The Vancouver prodco’s fitness channel Movement by NM is now CAVCO-certified, allowing it to tap into additional resources to fund new content.
Wattpad Webtoon Studios to adapt teen novel Mala influencia
The studio has partnered with prodcos in Spain and Mexico to make a film adaptation of the novel as it builds out its Spanish-language content.
Vanguarde Artists hires Adam Pettle for content label launch
Pettle will work with co-heads Tina and Jay Horwitz at Vanguarde Pictures to develop original content for both audio and visual platforms.
Thunderbird says it’s ‘business as usual’ amid shareholder dispute
The Vancouver company is “assessing the situation” as minority shareholder Voss Capital pushes to nominate a new board of directors due to a disagreement over the company’s strategic direction.
Cineplex mitigates losses from Hollywood lull in Q3
The Canadian theatre chain credited a stronger July box office and success with international releases for the better-than-expected revenue performance.
Netflix cancels The Imperfects after one season
Co-creator, showrunner and executive producer Dennis Heaton has confirmed that the series will not be picked up for a second season.
Boat Rocker adjusts year-end guidance, revenues drop in Q3
The Toronto-based company has lowered its adjusted EBITDA forecast, partially due to a “slowdown” of content buying in the U.S.
Manitoba invests $1.5M for virtual production training facility
StudioLab xR is developed by New Media Manitoba and will provide hands-on training for virtual production, performance capture and more.
SODEC supports 10 Quebec series under TV assistance program
The program is intended to help original Quebec productions increase their production value and competitiveness in the international market.
Telefilm, BANFF form joint initiative with Series Mania, CNC
The Canada-France Series Lab is a year-long initiative intended to facilitate new partnerships between Canadian and French producers, beginning with the Series Mania Forum in March 2023.
WildBrain inks first-look overall deal with Bonnie Arnold
The Oscar-nominated animation producer will spearhead multiple projects for the company, starting with two kids book adaptations from author Cressida Cowell.
Federal government renews Creative Export Strategy
The strategy has been extended for three years, according to the 2022 Fall Economic Statement, with an additional $57 million allocated.
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