The funder will tap into the firm’s audience demand data to help inform its decision-making on concept funding, marketing and distribution.
The ACTRA National Woman of the Year honour has been awarded to members since 2010.
Laura Adkin’s drama feature will make its Canadian theatrical run later this month, followed by a U.S. release in June.
BlackBerry also earned a record-breaking 17 film nominations for the 12th annual Canadian TV, film and digital media awards.
Little Bird earned 19 nominations overall, followed by CBC comedies Sort Of and Workin’ Moms at 18 and 12, respectively.
The OSM/MFM Script Angel Feature Film Accelerator connects local writers with international mentors to develop a feature script.
The association’s annual Canadian film award was split into two categories this year to honour scripted and documentary film.
IFC Films is planning an April 26 theatrical release for Cronenberg’s feature film debut.
The industry conferences will co-locate at the InterContinental Miami hotel starting in 2025.
The company will be continuing scaled-down operations as it seeks investors or potential buyers.
The cuts have impacted teams in Toronto, New York and Dublin, with the company also reducing its physical footprint in New York.
Comedy Central’s The Daily Show jumped to No. 2 on the overall TV chart.
The Quebecor Fund has also allocated $383,000 through its Film Production Assistance Program.