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CMF makes changes to Experimental Stream program

The second round of the 2012-2013 program will offer different investment allocations based on the stage of the project, as well as new recoupment policy based on project types.

The 2012 10 to Watch

David Cormican, Cassie Steele, Mark De Angelis, Calum deHartog, Lisa Jackson, Michelle Ouellet, Xavier Dolan, Patrick Tarr, Dev Singh and Mark Montefiore are this year’s selection of up-and-comers poised for great things.

Canadians consuming more content: CRTC report

Overall revenues for the communications industry increased 3.3% in 2011 to $59.3 billion, up from $42.7 billion the year previous, according to the report.

ACCT unveils Canadian Screen Awards

Martin Short is to host the March gala event that replaces the Geminis and Genies and reflects the evolution of the domestic entertainment industry, organizers say.

iThentic releases web drama trailer

Everyday Is Like Sunday was penned by Pavan Moondi and directed by Blaine Thurier of The New Pornographers rock band.

The 2012 10 to Watch: Mark De Angelis

The writer whose credits include Dan for Mayor and The Ron James Show co-created and produced Bill and Sons Towing, a webseries that attracted a lot of mainstream media attention and lured many high-profile Canadian actors.

TIFF announces Studio program participants

A total of 16 content producers, including Daniel Bekerman, Lauren Grant and Ingrid Veninger, were selected for the year-round program that focuses on creative and business skills development and international partnerships.

News

William F. White unveils new senior exec appointments

Garin Josey, Rick Perotto and David Hardy are among top execs getting new duties at the top Canadian production equipment supplier to the Canadian film, TV and digital industries.

Merging Media to bring L.A. transmedia conference execs north

The multiplatform media conference, which takes place Oct. 24 to 26 in Vancouver, will host speakers from the StoryWorld Conference in California, which runs one week prior.

Patience, good storytelling key to web series success: Fan Expo panel

Tights and Fights creator Scott Albert, Out With Dad creator Jason Leaver, Ruby Skye P.I. creator Jill Golick and Pretty in Geek (pictured) creator Elize Morgan share their tips and secrets for monetizing the burgeoning medium.

Bell and Cirque du Soleil pact on entertainment content in Quebec

The tie-up for make-and-sell film, TV, digital and gaming content comes as the phone giant faces mounting industry opposition to its takeover of Montreal-based Astral Media.

Picnicface, Roller Town win big at Canadian Comedy Awards

Awards for the sketch comedy show (pictured) include best TV show and best writing, while the upcoming theatrical feature won best film and best direction.