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ComediHa! rebrands distribution division as Amuz
Amuz Distribution has launched with a focus on feel-good content, with additional funding to support new title acquisitions.
Josh Scherba to head WildBrain as Eric Ellenbogen steps down
Scherba has been promoted to the role of president and CEO, and has also been appointed to the company’s board of directors.
WIFT Toronto announces Showcase winners, board changes
Women in Film & Television Toronto held its 14th annual Showcase at TIFF Bell Lightbox this week.
Boat Rocker reports TV revenue jump in Q1 2023 results
The company also addressed the potential impact of the current writers strike in the U.S. in a call with investors.
imagineNATIVE, Netflix reveal Jeff Barnaby Grant recipients
Five filmmakers will receive $25,000 apiece to support their projects, which include shorts, a feature animation and a web series.
Jennica Harper, Nelu Handa to co-lead CBC’s Run the Burbs
The Jann writers will reunite as co-showrunners of the comedy’s third season.
Michelle Chawla takes helm of Canada Council for the Arts
Chawla will begin her five-year term as director and CEO on June 26, taking over from Simon Brault.
Blue Ant International, A+E Networks seek Lakefront Luxury
Blue Ant International and A+E Networks have inked a copro deal for a third season of the Canadian lifestyle series.
CBC renews Heartland for milestone 17th season
The first episode of the 10 x 60-minute season will be Heartland‘s 250th episode.
The CW Network acquires CBC family comedy Son of a Critch
The U.S. network will start airing the first season of the series, from Project 10 Productions and Take the Shot Productions, this summer.
Vortex Media hires Nataline Rodrigues as SVP, development
EXCLUSIVE: The former director of original content at Rogers Sports & Media will develop films for the Vortex slate.
Lac-Mégantic docuseries wins Hot Docs Audience Award
Zack Russell’s Someone Lives Here and Denys Desjardins’ I Lost My Mom were among the top Canadian winners at the festival’s 30th edition.
CRTC sets consultations timeline following Bill C-11 passage
The three-phase regulatory plan is scheduled to begin this spring with public consultations on which broadcasters and online platforms will be regulated and how.
Trio Orange harvests more Last Summers of the Raspberries
The prodco is set to roll on season two of the Club illico series along with a new Florence Longpré psychological drama for Crave.
Less Than Kosher to world bow at Toronto Jewish Film Festival
The lineup also includes a sneak preview of the upcoming broadcast special Skinnamarink: A Sharon, Lois and Bram Celebration.
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