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Rainmaker’s Luna named Best Animated Short at CISF
The award is the first festival circuit win for the film, which will screen at the CISF on Dec. 17.
CRTC accepts Bell Media’s ‘Confession’
The Category 2 digital channel will focus on TV shows about “people and organizations that uphold law and order in our society.”
Sony to roll out eOne’s The Firm in 111 territories worldwide
The global footprint for the Canadian drama will follow a January launch on NBC and Global Television.
CTV to double-debut The L.A. Complex in January
Formerly known as Highland Gardens, the new Canadian series will debut in simulcast on both CTV and MuchMusic.
Citytv launches live programming mobile app
The new product from the Rogers Media network will offer live streaming of morning and daytime fare such as Breakfast Television.
Nathan Fielder in development with Comedy Central
The comedic vehicle for the Canadian funnyman is on the U.S. channel’s 2011-12 development slate, released Wednesday.
DHX inks deals across Asia
Toronto-based DHX Media has sold series such as Pirates – Adventures in Art and dirtgirlworld in Asian markets.
Sienna Films sells The Heretics to Shaw, TMN and Movie Central
The Canadian prodco is making a 12-part copro about heretical sisters battling the Catholic Church in France 800 years ago.
James Cameron teaming with Nat Geo for Titanic doc
Titanic: The Final Word with James Cameron will be part of a multi-platform commemoration of the Titanic anniversary, including an online hub, apps and games.
David Cronenberg’s next gig: Canadian award presenter
The veteran director will hand out a special award at the Toronto Film Critics Association awards dinner on Jan. 10 in Toronto.
Karen Bruce to depart TIFF
The festival’s longtime director of Canadian Initiatives is set to leave the fest this December following restructuring.
Whistler Film Festival audiences vote Monsieur Lazhar most popular film
Philippe Falardeau’s latest film picks up yet another award.
CBC to premiere Canada’s Smartest Person
The Media Headquarters-produced special, airing in March, will pit four participants against each other, and will also enable viewers at home to test their smarts via an interactive app.
Cineplex’s Scene loyalty program expands
The movie rewards program has launched Scenetourage, awarding more points to users who see movies with family and friends.
NFB and CBC win at 2011 Digi Awards
The NFB’s Welcome to Pine Point multimedia story project took home the hardware for Best in Web Series.
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