Bill C-10: Yale, Geist put forth opposing views on how to support cultural sector

Janet Yale and Michael Geist were part of an expert panel appearing before the Heritage committee this week to examine what amendments to the bill mean in the context of freedom of expression.

Production wraps on Madison Thomas’ second feature

Finality of Dusk, a post-apocalyptical sci-fi feature, is produced by Eagle Vision and Ruthless Souls producer Darcy Waite.

Marianne Culbert named head of production at Oasis Animation

The former Portfolio Entertainment exec will oversee all production activities of the Sphere Media-owned animation studio following the departure of Diane Dallaire.

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Hot Sheet: Top 30 TV programs, May 3 to 9, 2021

MasterChef Canada made the list at No. 23, followed by Big Brother Canada at 27 and 28.

CSAs night two: Corner Gas Animated, PAW Patrol, Odd Squad, Bit Playas nab top honours

The Canadian Screen Awards’ second evening of prize-giving recognized children’s content, animation, digital and immersive.

Toronto Film School names Andrew Barnsley president

Schitt’s Creek exec producer Barnsley will continue as CEO of Project 10 Productions as he assumes his new position with TFS.

Otter Dynasty gets the greenlight at Love Nature

Blue Ant-owned, Singapore-based Beach House Pictures is producing the wildlife series, set to launch in November 2022.

Cineflix Studios hires Sonia Hosko as VP, current

The Toronto-based role will see Saving Hope and Rookie Blue producer sourcing and developing scripted IP in the Canadian market.

Sinking Ship, Simu Liu among 2021 Rockie Awards gala winners

Oscar-nominated filmmaker Ava DuVernay and Emmy winner Kenan Thompson are also among this year’s gala recipients for BANFF’s international awards program, running June 15.

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Hot Sheet: Top 10 films for May 7 to 13, 2021

Wrath of Man overtakes Demon Slayer: Mugen Train for the top spot, followed by Nomadland at No. 3.

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Hot Sheet: Top 5 Canadian films for May 7 to 13, 2021

Nulle Trace debuts at the No. 1 spot, followed by Le Dernier Nataq and Big Giant Wave.

CSAs ’21: Canada’s Drag Race sashays away with five wins

The winners of the news, documentary, reality and lifestyle categories were announced on night one of the 2021 Canadian Screen Awards.

Bell Media drama production execs depart

Updated: Recent Bell Media production and programming exits have led to new executive appointments at CBC and Corus Entertainment.

Fremantle International promotes Canadian office head, Michela Di Mondo

Di Mondo has been upped to EVP, distribution and sales, Canada, and will continue focus on local adaptations of international formats, finished tape sales, coproductions and brand integrations.