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Unscripted SVOD service Hayu to launch in Canada
Following launches in markets including the U.K. and Australia, the reality-focused platform from NBCUniversal International will arrive in Canada before year’s end.
Hot Docs unveils $2M fund for Canadian, international doc makers
The new program, Hot Docs Partners, aims to connect financiers with feature-length projects, with Toronto’s Blue Ice Docs signing on as the lead investor.
Telefilm launches Cancon exhibition program
The new funding will support Canadian theatres’ promotional efforts for homegrown films.
Reel FX opens Montreal animation studio
With its new flagship studio, the U.S. company aims to create 400 new jobs in the city by 2020.
Netflix orders Halfire’s Another Life
Created by Slasher‘s Aaron Martin, the 10-episode sci-fi series will start production in Vancouver this summer.
How to teach an old roommate new tricks
With help from some social influencers, the creators of CBC’s My 90-Year-Old Roommate aim to find new audiences for the series’ second season.
CBS All Access launches in Canada
Primetime programming like NCIS and Seal Team won’t be available on the SVOD until seven days after its Canadian linear broadcast.
Quebec English-language production hit new low in 2015/16: report
Theatrical production volatility and steady decreases in TV production have contributed to the declines, according to a new report from the Quebec English-language Production Council.
Cameron Bailey upped to co-head of TIFF
Bailey will oversee the festival’s artistic direction, while his yet-to-be-named counterpart will handle business affairs.
Canadian Cinema Editors unveil 2018 nominees
Editors behind Unarmed Verses (pictured), Cardinal, Kim’s Convenience and 22 Chaser are among those in the running for prizes.
Melanson, Cuperus launch indie prodco
With three projects currently in development, the duo’s Headspinner Productions aims to produce everything from preschool projects to procedurals.
Netflix commissions V-Wars
The 10-part vampire drama, produced by Toronto’s High Park Entertainment in association with IDW Entertainment, is set to begin shooting in Sudbury in June.
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