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CPE, PNI up in 2016: CRTC report
Plus, for the first time, the Communications Monitoring Report digs into revenues for internet-based video services in Canada (yes, that includes Netflix).
Traditional TV consumption continues decline: report
Canadians are watching less television per week on average, with Bell Media capturing more than a third of that audience share.
TVO, Toronto Star swipe right on political dating series
An innovative marketing strategy and partnership for Open Door and Nomad Films’ new docuseries is “a bit of an experiment” in bringing media outlets together.
Inside Independent Edge’s New Romantic
With a fresh-faced, CW-heavy cast and a first time writer/director helming the project, Vancouver’s Kyle Mann talks taking his latest film from page to screen.
Telefilm lifts the curtain on its gender parity push
Preliminary results show the funder is close to achieving equal representation in a number of key roles across its portfolio, but more work is needed to get women on bigger-budget films.
Hopeless Romantic rolls in Halifax
The anthology romcom is helmed by six female directors, with Margaret Atwood serving as creative consultant.
Vikings, Mary Kills People win at DGC Awards
Weirdos claimed the top film prize at the 16th annual edition of the awards gala.
On the Slate: Arcana
Pandas and aliens, ducks with super powers and Oz, oh my! How the Howard Lovecraft producer is mining new and existing IP for a half-dozen film and TV projects.
How Shaftesbury brought Carmilla to the big screen
With the web series-to-feature adaptation set to open across 30 Cineplex screens today, Christina Jennings explains the project’s hybrid distribution and financing model.
Vancouver Island eyes industry growth with first film studio
Regional film commissioner Joan Miller says the $6 million facility, combined with the region’s lush locations, tax incentives and growing crew base will help build a sustainable industry.
CraveTV commissions 40 more Letterkenny episodes
In a wide-ranging deal with New Metric Media, the SVOD also unveiled a partnership to shop the show and format rights internationally.
DGC unveils Discovery Award short list
Wayne Wapeemukwa and Kathleen Hepburn are among the four filmmakers left competing for the prize, which celebrates emerging talent.
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