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TIFF taps Cue Digital to generate new ad revenue
Online opportunities at TIFF.net and street level outdoor signage and digital screens in the lobby of the TIFF Bell Lightbox (pictured) are now on the cards for the year-round film programming organization.
Details of TIFF’s special Cronenberg Project revealed
The exhibit, to run from November until January, will include specially-commissioned works of art as well as film screenings and props from iconic movies such as The Fly. (Cronenberg pictured)
NFB announces retirement of Silva Basmajian
Basmajian has edited, produced or executive produced more than 80 films during her three decades with the board.
W Network boosts second screen experience with revamped site
The Corus Entertainment specialty network is focusing on second screen content and editorials to accompany its programming on WNetwork.com.
eOne expands into lifestyle licensing
The acquisition of U.S.-based brand licensing group Art Impressions grows the company’s stateside licensing operation and is part of an expansion into the international brand management sector.
Fremantle Corporation inks digital deals
The Toronto-based company expands its catalogue in the digital arena through deals with FilmOn, Hulu and Hoopla (World of Wonders pictured).
CHCH announces Channel Zero Digital and a new fall lineup
New additions to the fall line-up and a growing online presence were announced Tuesday to celebrate the Hamilton network’s 60th year (Spin Off pictured).
Industry orgs launch national marketing initiatives
A national strategy called Eye on Canada will promote Canadian content and talent, while a new mentorship program will help producers learn the art of marketing.
CMF supports 19 diverse projects with $7.8M
The new Anglophone Minority Program disbursed funds to six projects, and 13 projects in the Francophone Minority Program also received funding.
Channel Zero acquires andPOP
The broadcaster is keeping andPOP’s CEO Robert Ostfield (pictured) on to head up the recently launched Channel Zero Digital arm, which will house the newly acquired properties.
Syndicado inks acquisition deals with Buck, Tell Tale
The digital distributor and aggregator also struck a deal with Paris-based indie documentary distributor Java Films this week (Buck Productions’ Petal Pushers pictured).
Transmedia producer Alan Sawyer passes away
Sawyer, who headed up Two Solitudes and production shingle Changing Channels, was 51.
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