Writers Guild of Canada members ratify new IPA with CMPA

The IPA goes into effect on May 22 and includes script fee increases and AI protections.

CTV’s The Spencer Sisters not returning for second season

The procedural was produced by eOne and Winnipeg-based Buffalo Gal Pictures.

SODEC invests $7.5M via program for digital immersive producers

The program supports Quebec-based companies focused on the production of digital immersive experiences.

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema to shut down for three months

Hot Docs is temporarily closing its cinema as of June 12, with plans to undergo a review of its profitability.

Global acquires Hidden Assets from Incendo

The Irish/Canadian/Belgian crime series will air on the Corus-owned network this June.

Crave orders dramedy Le retour d’Anna Brodeur from Sphere

The new series from Richard Blaimert is set to debut on the streamer this fall.

Circle Blue, Inner City form Canada-South Africa venture

Canadian filmmaking brothers Amos and Alfons Adetuyi have joined forces with Known Associates Group to develop a slate of original films and television productions.

Red Sky Performance launches Indigenous-focused streamer

Aki Creators is a subscription-based platform launched this month with partners including distributor Isuma and prodco Rugged Media.

Super Channel launches two FAST channels

Super Channel Hearties and Super Channel Uncovered have been rolled out on LG Channels.

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Hot Sheet: Last Week Tonight With John Oliver demand surges

Hazbin Hotel returned to the top of the overall TV demand chart.

Paris Hilton’s banner developing series with 9 Story, HappyNest

Based on Hilton’s real-life pets, the animated series Paris & Pups will be distributed by 9 Story Media Group.

CMF’s Perspectives report examines changing screen sector

The second edition of the funder’s trend report looks at recent business model shifts and how the sector needs to evolve with technology.

Filming underway in Calgary on season three of Abracadavers

The comedy web series is produced by Alberta-based prodco Numera Films.

WGC’s new president Bruce Smith on AI, member solidarity

In a Q&A with Playback, Smith discusses the Guild’s tentative deal with the CMPA and the impact of the strike authorization vote.

Never Was Average sets cohort for Quebec Black creators program

Des créateurs pas comme les autres (Creators Like No Others) provides script development, directing and production support over nine months.