APTN proposes direct support to certain broadcasters to CRTC

The Path Forward: APTN representatives discussed how the broadcaster is facing “shrinking resources,” despite an uptick in consumer interest.

CMF allocates $4.3M via Diverse Languages Program

A total of 22 projects are receiving support, including four dramas and 14 in the documentary category.

Wattpad Webtoon, Imagine partner on comic adaptation

U.S filmmaker Cody Blue Snider is attached to pen a live-action feature based on the Webtoon comic Love Advice from The Great Duke of Hell.

WIDC reveals 2023 Story and Leadership cohort

The program is aimed at supporting mid-career women directors to develop their feature film, television or web series projects.

ISO calls for mandatory direct funding from base contributions

The Path Forward: Indigenous Screen Office CEO Kerry Swanson also spoke to the need for a definition of Indigenous content while appearing in front of the CRTC.

IPF supports nine short-form series with $1.8M

The series will receive production support and training under the Short Form Series Production Program.

BCE says CRTC must take stock of broadcasters’ financial reality

The Path Forward: Day two of the CRTC’s three-week hearings also included testimonies from representatives from Google, the NFB and DGC.

Fall Economic Statement disappoints screen sector

Industry associations such as AQPM have called on the federal government to fulfill its commitment to give Telefilm Canada permanent additional funding.

Blue Ant Media sets new leadership structure post-merger

The company has set dedicated teams for scripted, unscripted, kids, and animation, as well for production and distribution.

OUTtv sets polyamorous dating series

The 8 x 60-minute series will be hosted and executive produced by reality TV star Tiffany “New York” Pollard.

WBD, Canadian Academy select 10 for 2023 writers program

Now in its third year, the program supports writers from underrepresented communities develop their TV concepts.

Cineplex to sell amusement division for $155 million

The deal will see Player One Amusement Group, which owns the Playdium brand, become a Cineplex supplier.

Buffy Sainte-Marie doc wins International Emmy

The award for Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On follows allegations that Sainte-Marie has falsely claimed to be of Cree descent.

CMPA, MPAC differ on CRTC base contribution requirements

The Path Forward: The associations also discussed the allocation of contributions on day one of the CRTC’s process to modernize the broadcast system.

CBC/Radio-Canada, Germany’s ZDF renew MOU

The three-year agreement will see the public broadcasters collaborate on scripted, factual and documentary programming, as well as news.