TV

EI reforms draw film and TV industry criticism

Directors guild national CEO and exec director Gerry Barr says proposed changes could force talented people out of the industry.

Photo gallery: Writers Guild of Canada Awards – Apr. 23, 2012

Host Ryan Belleville kept the crowd lively with jibes and jabs as Canadian scribes honoured their peers at an event in downtown Toronto.

Hollywood Suite and Sony Pictures TV expand partnership

The deal sees Toronto operator of Canadian exclusive WarnerFilms and MGM movie channels rebrand two HD channels as part of a relaunch.

Sim Digital buys Los Angeles-based Master Key post house

The acquisition is the latest by the traditional film camera supplier now offering a full range of production and post-production services across North America and in China.

Corus Entertainment cuts 23 positions

The company would not comment on which departments were affected.

Telus’ Michael Hennessy new head of Canadian Media Production Association

The veteran lobbyist (pictured) will replace Norm Bolen, who will bow out as head of the indie producers’ association at the Banff World Media Festival.

Bell Media stays the course for fall 2012

The network packs Thursday with comedy and adds Charlie Sheen’s Anger Management (pictured) to its upfront schedule.

How Peace Point brought Keasha’s Perfect Dress to Slice

President and exec producer Les Tomlin talks to Playback about developing the new bridal reality show.

Parasol Systems takes on international shine

The Vancouver-based company says its lighting ring system was used for the recent Eurovision Song Contest 2012.

Cineflix launches Instant Cash tie-in app

The prodco says broadcasters increasingly want new media components like apps to deliver added value to content.

Shaw brings Big Brother north

Canadian format heavy-hitter Insight Productions will bring Endemol’s format to Canada on Slice.

GAPC Entertainment wins at 2012 Hermes Awards

The Ottawa-based prodco nabbed two prizes for its kids property The Prime Radicals, and tacked on a third with The Innovators: Agriculture Rooted in Science.