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CBC pauses Twitter activity due to ‘government-funded media’ label
The tag has been criticized by news outlets, which claim it unfairly undermines their credibility.
WGA votes overwhelmingly in favour of strike action
The WGA and producers’ association AMPTP are in negotiations for the current standard agreement, which expires May 1.
Corus distribution sales help offset TV revenue decrease in Q2
Corus Studios reported more than 200 hours of content sales in Q2, including scripted TV movie series The Love Club.
Sphere Media forms kids and family banner
Marlo Miazga will oversee all of Sphere’s kids content in a rejig designed to help it become a “major global player” in the genre.
Cineplex updates investors on status of Cineworld claim
The exhibition chain says it does not expect “material” recovery, based on Cineworld’s filed restructuring plans.
How Encore Group’s founder sold his company to his own staff
Founder François Rozon and president Julie Provençal discuss the share purchase program that made the ownership change possible.
Neshama inks first-look deal with writer Abdul Malik
EXCLUSIVE: The Toronto prodco has optioned Malik’s scripted series Bruiser as part of the deal as it expands its series slate.
Thunderbird hires Netflix exec to lead L.A. scripted hub
Hillary Zwick Turner has been named SVP, scripted content as Thunderbird builds up its premium film and TV slate.
Seneca College launches film training institute
The Seneca Film Institute has a focus on “innovation in storytelling forms and technologies,” in front of and behind the camera.
How Headspinner Productions is holding onto its IP
The Toronto prodco behind the newly announced Aunty B’s House discusses its strategy, including “digital-first” and “audio-first” approaches.
In Brief: Factory Film Studio promotes Dru Viergever
Plus: Alanis Obomsawin will be honoured with the Edward MacDowell Medal, several Canadian shorts head to Annecy, and more.
Antonia Gutierrez joins Wind Sun Sky Entertainment
The former Nickelodeon animation manager will oversee development as the studio gears up for content growth and a push into the U.S.
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