Warner Bros. TV’s Channing Dungey to keynote at BANFF

Warner Bros. Television Group chairman and CEO will speak as part of BANFF’s Summit Series.

Boat Rocker reports impact of U.S. strikes in year-end results

The company reported a more than 56% increase in revenue, but has reduced its outlook amidst industry pressures.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas signs on to Born Hungry as producer

The feature documentary is directed by Barry Avrich and is heading to Hot Docs later this month.

NSI appoints Christine Kleckner as executive director

Kleckner will be working closely with outgoing CEO Joy Loewen to transition into the role.

SCTV’s Joe Flaherty dies at 82

Flaherty was known for his characters on the Emmy-winning Canadian sketch comedy.

Lucy Veale, Audrey Quinn assume ownership of Bizable Media

The leadership change comes as the Toronto consultancy firm’s co-founder Janice Dawe prepares to retire.

GEMS names 2024 Genre Film Lab participants

The program supports filmmakers in the development of genre films, culminating in a pitch session at Frontières.

BSO, CMPA launch accelerator for Black producers

The 20-week program will see emerging Black producers receive paid training at a CMPA member company.

9 Story’s Vince Commisso on striking a deal with Scholastic

The president and CEO discusses unlocking IP opportunities and the potential wrinkle when it came to acquiring Portfolio Entertainment.

WIFT+ Toronto unveils selections for 15th annual Showcase

The shorts will be vying for writing, directing, and Best of Showcase honours at the May 8 event.

Film Slate

Skills development initiative for Black creators launches in Quebec

Des créateurs pas comme les autres is created by Montreal’s Never Was Average in collaboration with the Fondation Dynastie and CMF.

Hot Sheet

Hot Sheet: Invincible leaps to second spot on digital chart

Hazbin Hotel continues to lead both the digital originals and overall TV charts.

AIFF, Telefilm select participants for Witness short film program

The initiative provides mentorship and training grants to Arctic Indigenous filmmakers to create short films focused on climate and community.

Pop-up sound stage opens in Sudbury

The facility was created via a partnership between L.A.’s Volume Global and Capreol, Ont.’s White Owl Film Studios.

CMF appoints Joy Loewen as VP, growth and inclusion

The outgoing CEO of the National Screen Institute joins the organization effective April 29.