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New Metric Media, Encore form strategic partnership
The deal will see the companies co-develop and coproduce bilingual content, building on their existing collaboration.
Deals: WildBrain, Slice, Amuz Distribution, Yes TV
WildBrain and Mattel secure global deals for Fireman Sam and Polly Pocket, Slice adds 173 hours of programming, and more.
Animators, VFX workers in Quebec feel the economic squeeze
The Quebec Film and Television Council says more than 4,000 people have lost jobs in the last 20 months following a tax credit change.
Protestors interrupt TIFF opening screening
The protestors called for TIFF to cut ties with sponsor RBC, breaking out into chants in a screening for opening film Nutcrackers.
Loco Films boards Sook-Yin Lee’s Paying For It
The Paris-based sales agent has picked up world rights, excluding Canada, ahead of the film’s world premiere at TIFF.
TIFF names 2024 Series Accelerator participants
The TIFF Series Accelerator programme is entering its third year and takes place during the festival.
GEMS names 2024 Emerging TV Producers Program cohort
The first phase of the program for B.C.-based women and gender-diverse creators begins this month.
Bones of Crows, Transplant pick up TV noms for 2024 DGC Awards
The annual Directors Guild of Canada Awards will be presented on Oct. 28.
TIFF programmers talk genre-bending Canadian lineup
TIFF ’24: Kelly Boutsalis and Norm Wilner break down some of the notable trends in the 49th edition’s Canadian features.
In Brief: Robert Lantos brings Rise of the Raven to MIPCOM
Plus: Universal Language will screen at Busan, the Sustainable Production Forum offers a new certification, and more.
Legacy Awards to honour Weyni Mengesha, Kardinal Offishall
The 2024 ceremony is hosted by actor Adrian Holmes and will be broadcast on CBC and CBC Gem on Sept. 29.
OBAC announces OYA Emerging Filmmakers Producer Incubator
The seventh edition of the OYA Emerging FIlmmakers Program will focus on the role of producer.
Sphere Media completes acquisition of Abacus Media Rights
Rebranded as Sphere Abacus, the company will invest in and sell both scripted and unscripted productions.
CMPA promotes Andrew Addison to SVP role
Addison’s expanded remit includes overseeing international activities, mentorship programs and strategic partnerships.
Super Channel launches history, science-themed channel Quest
The new channel will feature docuseries and documentaries focused on real life mysteries and science.
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