Imax reports over US$1 billion in global box office revenue

The company says 2023 was second-highest grossing year in its history, citing Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer as a key performer.

Lionsgate merges unscripted divisions following eOne deal

The combined entity, named Lionsgate Alternative Television, will collaborate with eOne Canada, led by Jocelyn Hamilton.

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 footprint.

Indéfendable creator Richard Dubé dies at 66

Dubé was the creator and co-writer of the popular legal drama and a criminal lawyer for more than 40 years.

Kickstart Entertainment workers join Canadian animation guild

The Vancouver company becomes the third animation studio to join IATSE Local 938.

The Last of Us leads 75th Creative Arts Emmy winners

The Alberta-shot HBO series won eight awards overall, including a sound mixing honour for Calgary’s Michael Playfair.

Matthew O’Connor boards Pink Buffalo Films as partner

He joins the Vancouver-based prodco’s executive team, which includes Martin Fisher and Shawn Angelski.

Canadian box office revenue increased in 2023

The Movie Theatre Association of Canada reported a more than 33% boost in revenue from 2022.

Two new lumi originals among APTN’s winter lineup

The short-form series Jason and Cultural Craftsmanship: Moccasins join a lineup that includes the French-language version of Little Bird.

Hulu picks up second window rights to Run the Burbs

The first two seasons of the CBC comedy landed on Hulu on Dec. 31, 2023.

In Brief: Canadian docs To Kill a Tiger, Oasis shortlisted for Oscars

Plus: Anne Émond’s Lucy Grizzli Sophie will open Montreal’s Rendez-Vous, industry veteran Peter Pearson is among the new Order of Canada appointees, plus more.

Canadian Film Fest launches comedy film program

The month-long program for women and non-binary Canadian filmmakers will see participants produce and deliver a short comedy film.

Canada’s South Korea trade mission set for April

Canadian Heritage will oversee tailored B2B meetings for creative sector companies attending the mission as part of the Creative Export Strategy.

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 Sullivan’s Crossing and Little Bird.

ACTRA survey reveals Canadian performers’ concerns on AI

Ninety-eight percent of respondents cited the potential misuse of their name, image and likeness rights as a concern.