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Paramount+ Canada hires Tom Hastings as head of original programming
Hastings is one of several former Bell Media execs now at the streamer, including Katrina Kowalski, VP of content for Paramount+ and Pluto TV Canada.
Incendo, Tubi on track for more collaborations after Terror Train
The companies explain their strategies as they partner on two more horror films, while also developing comedies.
eOne appoints Canadian unscripted development VPs
Christine Diakos joins eOne as VP of development to lead the unscripted creative team alongside Scott Boyd, who is promoted to VP of development.
How the industry is building more diverse crews at all levels
While unions look to recruit more Black, Indigenous and people of colour workers, the production community agrees change must start at the top.
Creative BC earmarks $595K for eight B.C.-based projects
The organization has financed its second-round of production funding to feature films and documentaries.
Cineflix Rights hires Mike Gould as new SVP of digital
The Cineflix Media-owned distributor created a new position as part of a strategic push to grow its digital business.
Catherine Tait says CBC remains committed to indie producers
The CBC/Radio-Canada president and CEO addressed concerns over modifications in its latest CRTC licence renewal on a panel at Content Canada.
Cineplex rises from the pandemic ashes
The entertainment brand bounces back as consumers return to cinematic and live experiences.
APTN lumi’s experimental programming strategy
Lisa Ducharme, director of online content at APTN, discusses how working with short-form content has allowed the streamer to be innovative.
Bell Media inks co-development deal with Lionsgate
The multi-year agreement will see Lionsgate work with Bell Media on comedy and drama series, as well as handle global distribution, excluding Canada, for select titles.
Blue Ant Studios creates key production, development roles
Aileen Gardner has been appointed head of production, Canada, while Zachary Frank takes on the title of VP, development.
Telefilm plots 18-month course amid leadership shift
The film funder has set three strategic priorities as it plans to “act swiftly” in the ever-changing audiovisual sector.
Playback’s 10 to Watch 2022: J Stevens
The Calgary-born filmmaker is on a hot streak following their recent directorial endeavours with Astrid & Lilly Save the World, and Sort Of.
How Something You Said Last Night’s story drew in supporters
TIFF ’22: Producer Jessica Adams explains how the international financing came together for Luis De Filippis’ Canada-Switzerland coproduction.
Sarah Gadon sets plans for feature directorial debut
Gadon will direct and adapt the screenplay for Lullabies for Little Criminals, based on Heather O’Neill’s novel, for Brightlight Pictures.
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