TV

Hasbro, eOne launch digital series Odd-Paw Vet

The digital-first IP is created by B.C.-based illustrator Emily Mullock and L.A.-based writer Patrick Baggatta.

SAG-AFTRA strike to impact thousands of Canadian workers

Canadian performers union ACTRA has voiced its solidarity with its U.S. counterpart and issued guidance on dual-member work in Canada.

Canadian industry experts discuss looming SAG-AFTRA strike

The U.S. actor’s union will confirm its decision to strike on Thursday afternoon following the end of talks with the AMPTP.

Deals: Prairie Pants Distribution, Nemesis Films, Gusto

Corner Gas heads to the U.K. with a new FAST channel, Pascal Plante’s Red Rooms sells internationally, plus more.

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Lamar Johnson among Canadian Emmy nominees

Fellow Canadian actors Martin Short, Luke Kirby and Oliver Platt have also received nominations for the 75th Emmy Awards.

Ontario Green Screen launches new strategic plan

Co-chairs Justin Cutler and Cynthia Lynch discuss the organization’s two main goals and give tips to producers looking to transition to sustainable sets.

WGC tells CRTC domestic industry is ‘in a state of collapse’

The guild says its members are in “dire straits,” with aggregate earnings declining by 22% over the last five years.

Les Beaux Malaises adaptation bound for Belgium

A Flemish Belgium version of the 2014 TVA comedy will premiere in the region this fall.

Production

Bell Fund commits over $4.4M to 21 TV, digital series

A total of $2.4 million has been allocated through the TV Selective Program and more than $2 million via the Short-Form Digital Series Program.

Sinking Ship expands flagship dino franchise with new series

Prime Video, Amazon Kids+ and TVOKids have collectively greenlit Dino Dex for a 2024 release.

Bones of Crows leads winners at 2023 Leo Awards

The annual B.C. awards were presented on July 8 and 9 at a gala event in Vancouver.

Public interest groups ask CRTC to simplify broadcaster applications

All of Canada’s major TV broadcasters currently have some form of open request to amend their licence terms.