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WildBrain’s Degrassi revival not moving forward at HBO Max
The Halifax-based company told investors on Friday that “production on the series remains paused” and contract discussions with WarnerMedia are ongoing.
Sustainable Production Forum sparks hope for increased industry collaboration
Green Spark Group president Zena Harris says the expanded hybrid event triggered much-needed discussion on how groups can work together on decarbonization.
TikTok partners with Cineplex for ‘global first’ big screen debut
The Canadian theatre chain will screen two-minute segments of ad-integrated, curated TikTok content during its pre-show as the platform aims to expand its reach outside of mobile devices.
Nikki Ray Media Agency options Laurie Petrou novel Stargazer
The option is part of the Toronto-based prodco’s growing expansion into scripted content, with multiple projects in development.
Bizable Media elevates Veale, Quinn to VP roles
Lucy Veale and Audrey Quinn join the the consultancy firm’s leadership team as co-founder and co-president Kathy Avrich-Johnson transitions to advisor.
Manitoba to promote local screen sector with L.A. mission
Industry representatives will join Manitoba officials and Indigenous leaders on a mission to coincide with the American Film Market.
Patrick Roy’s Immina Films strikes deal with Les Films Séville
The former Les Films Séville president also revealed the core leadership team at his new distribution company, as well as the first title on its theatrical release slate.
Andrew Frank named co-president of Mongrel Media
The former VP, sales and acquisitions will co-lead with founder and president Hussain Amarshi and serve as executive producer on the distributor’s Canadian films.
CTV Life orders Mary Makes it Easy holiday special
The half-hour special will air as part of a robust holiday lineup for the specialty channel beginning in early November.
RIDM unveils full lineup for 25th edition
A number of Canadian films will make their world premiere, including Denys Desjardins’ J’ai placé ma mère, which is in the National Feature Competition.
CMF’s Creighton weighs in on Senate’s Cancon definition debate
The president and CEO of the Canada Media Fund argued that the definition discussion requires a robust and lengthy debate beyond the Senate committee review.
Doctor Who heads to Disney+ Canada in BBC deal
The streamer will be the exclusive home to new episodes of the British franchise, while Bell Media will retain rights to previously-aired episodes, Playback has confirmed.
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