Games lead CMF’s Experimental Stream funding

The latest round of CMF’s interactive digital media investment totals $16.8 million.

DHX inks package deal with BBC Kids Canada

More than 75 hours of animated and live-action programs from DHX’s library are heading to The Knowledge Network-owned channel.

Denis Cote shops latest film in Paris

The Quebec filmmaker is attending the Paris Film coproduction forum to find a French partner for his latest thriller.

Del Toro’s Pacific Rim headed to Pinewood T.O.

The Warner Bros. picture from the celebrated Mexican director is booked to shoot at Pinewood starting in October.

Bridesmaids’ Feig, Hangover’s Jeong to receive JFL honours

The upcoming Just For Laughs comedy conference has added director Paul Feig and actor Ken Jeong to its list of award winners.

Tricon sells goat stories and catfight tales across globe

Toronto-based Tricon Films & Television has sold 12 documentaries and one-off specials to broadcasters around the world.

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Hot Sheet: Top 20 Programs (June 20 – 26, 2011)

Hot Sheet: Top 20 Programs (June 20 – 26, 2011)

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Hot Sheet: Top 5 Canadian Films (June 24 – 30, 2011)

Hot Sheet: Top 5 Canadian Films (June 24 – 30, 2011)

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Hot Sheet: Top 10 Films (June 24 – 30, 2011)

Hot Sheet: Top 10 Films (June 24 – 30, 2011)

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Hot Sheet: Top 20 DVD (June 13 – 19, 2011)

Hot Sheet: Top 20 DVD (June 13 – 19, 2011)

Hot Docs, Blue Ice take over Bloor Cinema

The iconic Toronto venue will predominantly feature documentary programming and continue as a host venue for a variety of festivals.

travel + escape gets Unplugged

Glassbox’s Marcia Martin talks about picking up HLP + Partners’ Operation Unplugged, and how Parks Canada got involved.

Rabbit jumps into production

The psychological thriller helmed by Jennifer Lynch has entered production in Saskatchewan.

Combat Hospital battles to #1: BBM Canada

The Canadian drama series draws the highest numbers for the week of June 20 to June 26.

CRTC introduces reality TV category for log books

The TV watchdog looks to distinguish entertaining reality TV shows from sophisticated long-form documentaries.