The Quebec comedian is writing the scripted series based on his father’s life, and will also star and produce.
The multi-year agreement establishes floor wages and includes health and welfare payments.
Five short films and four digital projects were selected under SODEC’s production assistance program.
Representatives from the unions also called for stronger creator protections in their testimony to the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology.
Sesame Street saw a bump in demand to move to No. 2 on the overall TV chart.
The new report tracks the consumption habits of Canadian audiences, including the deciding factors in watching a film at home or in a theatre.
Plus: The B.C. government has allocated $15 million to support festivals and events, Reel Canada names the new RBC Emerging Artists, and more.
The producers and creatives behind the police drama discuss making a serialized procedural to tackle modern issues.
The second wave of titles includes Canadian feature docs Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story and The Hobby.
The second year of the national program for Deaf and disabled creators includes a new kids stream.
The deal will make Crave’s premium, ad-free plan available as an add-on to Prime Video customers.
Lazzarato has also been appointed as chair of the company’s strategic advisory committee.