Metafilms’ Adam wraps filming in Quebec, Ontario

The film is directed by Anne Émond and will be distributed by Immina Films for a theatrical release in 2025.

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TVO renews Old Enough! for season two

The series is an adaptation of the Japanese format where young children experience independence through running errands.

Prime Video commissions Simple Plan documentary

The doc was announced by the Montreal band while on stage at the When We Were Young festival in Las Vegas.

World of Wonder acquires I Hate People, People Hate Me

The Canadian short-form series is the first scripted acquisition for streaming service WOW Presents Plus.

Sinking Ship teams with the Wiggles for animated series

The series is in early development and will centre on the Wiggles’ extensive music catalogue.

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Hot Sheet: The Penguin scores high debut on demand chart

The Max series based on the eponymous DC Comics character premiered on Crave in Canada on Sept. 19.

Canadian series seek global spotlight at MIPCOM

Execs from Fifth Season, PVP Distribution, Boat Rocker and Zone3 discuss their priorities at next week’s TV market in Cannes.

Eight local filmmakers set for RIDM’s Magnus Isacsson competition

This year marks the first time that the award has been turned into an official competition.

Deals: Black Fawn, Gusto Worldwide Media, Cineflix Rights

Black Fawn Distribution picks up the retro horror film The Last Video Store, Gusto Español cooks up a Fubo deal and So Long, Marianne finds new buyers.

Sphere Media heads to MIPCOM with two Kids and Family titles

The “YYA” scripted series Dreamers and preschool animation Mort and Millie are currently in development.

Hot Docs actively seeking new owner of Bloor cinema

The organization has also set dates for the resumption of cinema programming and the 32nd edition of the Hot Docs Festival.

Laura Jabalee Johnston boards Hitsby as partner, EP

Jabalee Johnston will work with founder Andrew Morris to develop a scripted comedy and drama slate.

In Brief: The Chef & the Daruma wins at VIFF Audience Awards

Plus: WIDC selects eight women and non-binary directors for Career Advancement Module and WIFT-AT sets 2024-25 Mentorship Match cohort.

Re: Uniting leads 2024 UBCP/ACTRA Award noms

The awards will be handed out on Nov. 23 at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver.

Docs For Change sets first feature with The Pink Pill

The feature documentary is directed by Aisling Chin-Yee and tackles the taboo topic of women’s sexual health.