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Policy
Federal government invests $2.4 billion in artificial intelligence
The investment follows calls from screen sector unions and guilds for stronger protections for human creators and actors from generative AI.
Domestic orgs call for renewed $60M funding for CMF
The funds support the Canada Media Fund’s programs for equity-deserving groups and will sunset on March 31.
CRTC launches next phase for Indigenous broadcasting policy
The second phase to co-develop the policy is now open to the public, with the CRTC launching an Indigenous Relations Team to improve accessibility.
Traditional broadcasters to pay lower percentage in fees to CRTC
The fees, which support the CRTC’s operations, were amended under the new Broadcasting Act, with a number of exemptions included.
Indie exhibitors say more funding is needed to remain open: report
Nearly 60% of the exhibitors surveyed by the Network of Independent Canadian Exhibitors say they operated at a loss at the end of the most recent financial year.
Quebec enhances film, TV tax credits in 2024-25 budget
The province has increased the cap on eligible labour expenditures, in addition to new funding for the cultural sector.
Study explores barriers to expanding Ontario’s film hubs
The study highlighted common challenges and recommended short- and long-term strategies to attract productions.
New report highlights barriers for Arctic Indigenous filmmakers
The report was commissioned by the International Arctic Indigenous Film Fund to assess the local audiovisual sector.
DGC, ACTRA discuss ‘existential’ threat of AI in Bill C-27 study
Representatives from the unions also called for stronger creator protections in their testimony to the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology.
Heritage Minister discusses ISO, CBC/Radio-Canada at Prime Time
Minister Pascale St-Onge said there won’t be a “big, broad consultation” amid the 18-month timeline to review and update the public broadcaster’s mandate.
Alicia Barin steps down as CRTC’s vice-chair of broadcast
Barin, who departed the role on Jan. 5, said in a memo to staff that she made the decision to focus on her family.
Doc discussion closes CRTC’s three-week hearing process
The Path Forward: The Documentary Organization of Canada proposed direct support for doc features via initial base contributions.
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