Nicholas Sokic

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Visionary NFB animator Robert Verrall dies at 97

Verrall is being remembered as a pioneer for the National Film Board of Canada’s animation work.

CMF genre report highlights children and youth, doc issues

The Canada Media Fund’s first-ever genre report focuses on systemic issues facing producers of the two genres.

Longtime animation execs form That Animation Company

Founded by Lynn Chadwick and Steve Cooke, the company provides 2D and 3D animation services across several sectors.

Ballinran Entertainment proposes Stratford production facility

The proposed Stageview Studios would be redeveloped from an existing warehouse in Stratford’s downtown.

Numeris appoints Alicia Olson-Keating as next CEO

Most recently, Olson-Keating was managing director and CEO of Nielsen TAM Australia.

The Apprentice, Denis Villeneuve secure BAFTA nominations

The Apprentice garnered three nominations at this year’s British Academy Film Awards.

How Saint-Pierre’s unique setting became a key selling point

Co-showrunners Allan Hawco and Robina Lord-Stafford discuss creating the concept for the new CBC procedural.

Alexandra Roberts on TVO Docs commissions, discoverability

Strategy spotlight: The commissioning editor says TVO is exploring new ways to share original content while sticking to its POV roots.

Broadcasters unveil top-rated Canadian shows in 2024

Insight Productions’ The Amazing Race Canada on CTV once again took the top spot with its tenth season.

Corus sees 11% television revenue decline in Q1 2025

The company said it expects year-over-year advertising revenue declines to continue into Q2 2025.

Black Academy unveils 2024/25 skills development cohort

The 11 members of the cohort have collectively completed more than 1,100 hours of training.

Bell, Corus Entertainment expand multi-year agreement

The agreement now allows Home Network and Flavour Network to be distributed on Bell Fibe and satellite television.