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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.
Corus production executive Susan Alexander departs
The scripted production exec had spent more than 16 years at the broadcaster.
Hot Sheet: The Umbrella Academy breaks into digital top three
The fourth and final season of Netflix’s The Umbrella Academy saw the series land at No. 3 on the digital originals chart.
Serial Maven Studios launches distribution division
The company’s debut slate features 12 programs across the nature, lifestyle and documentary genres.
CRTC issues final orders on base contributions
The requirement for foreign-owned online undertakings to provide a base contribution to the broadcasting sector went into effect on Sept. 1.
CaribbeanTales selects 19 participants for Big Pitch competition
Now in its 15th year, the event supports emerging and mid-career level BIPOC filmmakers.
Acimow Media options On Savage Shores for docuseries
Filmmaker and producer Barbara Todd Hager is currently developing a three-part series based on a book by historian Caroline Dodds Pennock.
In Brief: CMPA’s Liz Shorten awarded King Charles medal
Plus: Natassia Morris set to lead BSO’s RAC and Out On Screen launches new program to support SOGI-inclusive education and 2SLGBTQIA+ cultural programs.
Bell Media focuses legal efforts on WBD
The company said it’s no longer seeking damages from Rogers following revelations about Warner Bros. Discovery in the proceedings.
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