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Netflix boards Norman Jewison Film Program as a lead supporter
The CFC film program supports the careers of emerging to mid-level Canadian directors, writers, producers and editors.
Domestic production hits record $1.2 billion for Ontario in 2022
The domestic industry has boosted Ontario to a new record production spend for the year, while foreign service spend remains steady.
CSAs ’23: Makers is making moves in original content
Two producers at the Toronto-based production hub explain the company’s originals strategy and their plans for the Canadian Screen Awards broadcast.
Sky Crime acquires true crime doc from Cineflix
The two-part documentary is slated to air in the U.K. on Sept. 3 under the title The Torso Killer.
Deals: KOTV, TWN, Nelvana, Baeumler Productions, Gusto
KOTV’s Les Simone heads to Switzerland, a new Canadian FAST channel emerges, and the Bryan Baeumler brand grows, plus more.
Hot Sheet: The Problem with Jon Stewart hits digital originals chart
Meanwhile, The Mandalorian and The Last of Us ranked No. 1 for digital originals and overall TV, respectively.
In Brief: Asia Youngman, Gail Maurice among VIWFF winners
Plus, Canadian lifestyle series earn honours at the Taste Awards, and the Quebec Academy names screenwriters pitch cohort.
Accessible Writers’ Lab releases first-ever case study report
The report offers insight into how to increase accessibility and disability inclusion in the Canadian television industry.
Canada lands 37 BANFF Rockie Awards nominations
The tally is higher than last year and places Canada third among countries nominated, behind the U.S. and U.K.
KO Distribution sets sales slate for Series Mania
The KOTV distribution arm will present new dramas Double Fault and Fragments, among others.
Ron Leach remembered as passionate casting director
Leach, who died last week in Toronto at age 68, had casting credits including Da Kink In My Hair and Murdoch Mysteries.
CSAs ’23: Canadian Academy CEO Tammy Frick outlines her goals
Frick, who took the helm last October, discusses her vision for the organization’s future, and potential areas of expansion.
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