Nicholas Sokic

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Belgium’s RTBF to adapt Martin Matte’s Les beaux malaises

This marks the fourth international adaptation of the TVA dramedy series format since it debuted in 2014.

Ontario amends diving regulations to accommodate screen industry

The amendment, effective July 1, no longer requires those in the screen industry to have a commercial diving licence for water scenes.

YouTube, Netflix report economic impact in Canada

YouTube reported it contributed more than $1.8 billion to Canada’s GDP, while Netflix examined its impact in B.C.

Uncork’d acquires U.S., Philippines rights to Death Cycle

The revenge film was sold by Black Fawn’s newly established international sales arm.

Gusto TV slates six new, returning series for production

Cook the Books returns for a third season along with five new series for its fall TV production slate.

Telefilm supports five Indigenous film projects with $2.68M

The films were selected from 22 projects representing more than $16 million in funding requests.

Netflix’s untitled Newfoundland limited series begins filming

The series follows a fisherman fighting to protect his family from a mysterious sea creature that threatens their Newfoundland town.

Shout! Studios acquires English rights to Deathstalker

Shout! and Raven Banner Releasing are planning a theatrical release for the fantasy film in the U.S. and Canada later this year.

Network Media Group revenue drops in Q2 2025

Q2 revenue fell from $3 million to $1 million due to a reduction in service work.

Telefilm signs two agreements with OLMC organizations

The agreements aim to strengthen the creation of official language minority community-based projects in the audiovisual industry.

Will Bowes wraps voyeur drama The Fallers

Bowes’ directorial feature debut follows a woman who trespasses in homes designed by her father.

ITV acquires Nelvana, Toikido’s Piñata Smashlings for the U.K.

The series debuted on YTV in Canada this March and is also available to stream on StackTV.