The VFX and creative company has acquired the animation studio behind films such as PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie.
The partnership will focus on formats and series for Canadian and international markets.
The 46th edition of the festival will feature showcases, networking opportunities and programming spotlighting Korean content.
Tom Hastings, former Paramount+ Canada head of original programming, has boarded the Toronto-based company as VP, development.
The screenwriting and producing veterans are joining the company’s Canadian division in executive producer roles.
75 producers and creators will head to the festival in June, with 25 selected to take part in facilitated pitch meetings.
Sphere Media acquired Sphere Abacus, formerly known as Abacus Media Rights, in 2024.
The Vancouver-based company is in discussion with TV and streaming networks to air its three-part bobsled docuseries Redemption Run.
Sales include the intergenerational comedy Lakay Nou and the format for the variety series Zenith.
The maturity of the credit facility has been updated to March 2027.
Lightdox acquires Amalie Atkins’ feature documentary, OUTtv launches first channel in Asia, and more.