Winter 2023

Pouring one out for Crave’s Letterkenny after 12 seasons

Executive producer Mark Montefiore shares Letterkenny's "raison d'etre" and names its unsung hero.

Sort Of says goodbye after three groundbreaking seasons

Creators Bilal Baig and Fab Filippo reflect on the award-winning CBC and Max original series' impact, and some of its unsung heroes.

Transplant scrubs in one last time on CTV

Creator, showrunner and executive producer Joseph Kay looks back on why the show resonated with audiences.

How e-generators can power a shift towards sustainability

Insight from CBC and albert has emphasized how cutting the cord on diesel-powered generators can greatly reduce a production’s carbon foot...

Fremantle is open to creative deals with Canadian partners

Executive Michela Di Mondo discusses how the global distributor is building on its work in Canada, both in formats and scripted shows like

Canadian studios look to M&A to stay competitive

Deals like the Blue Ant Media and marblemedia merger are helping domestic companies scale up to compete globally, but it's not a one-size-fi...

Reynolds Mastin reflects on the CMPA’s 75-year anniversary

The president and CEO shares how the association has evolved in the last few years through changes to the board of directors.

French-Language Film of the Year 2023: Le temps d’un été

How Louise Archambault’s ensemble film led a string of box office hits for Patrick Roy’s Immina Films.

Trailblazer Nancy Chapelle reflects on multifaceted career

Chapelle leaves behind a lasting legacy as she prepares to depart the Bell Fund – just as she did at TVO and Catalyst before.

Kids Production Company of the Year 2023: Sinking Ship Entertainment

The Toronto-based prodco has stayed competitive by looking beyond North America for sales and partnerships.

Dealmaker of the Year 2023: Jamie Schouela

The executive has helped Blue Ant Media become a global leader in the FAST sector.

Showrunner of the Year 2023: Leslie Norville

The "quiet force" behind the CBC docuseries Black Life: Untold Stories.

Executive of the Year 2023: Justin Stockman

Bell Media’s content head shares how key deals have helped expand the broadcaster’s commissioning strategy.

Production Company of the Year 2023: Lark Productions

How the Vancouver-based prodco has stayed true to its roots as a talent-driven business, while leveraging the strategic strength of its part...

Presenting Playback’s Best of the Year

We're celebrating 11 individuals and companies that made a mark in a chaotic year for the screen industry.

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