Best of the Year

Film of the Year 2024: The Apprentice

The Canadian copro explores the history of one of the U.S.’s most divisive political figures.

Deal of the Year 2024: Lionsgate and Entertainment One

Lionsgate’s Kevin Beggs and Jocelyn Hamilton unpack how the US$375 million acquisition has been a boon for the larger studio and its newly minted Canadian division.

TV Directors of the Year 2024: Tanya Talaga, Courtney Montour

The duo discuss the process of bringing Talaga’s bestselling book The Knowing to the screen.

French-Language Series of the Year 2024: Survivor Québec

The localized version of the legendary franchise has amassed a dedicated fanbase with the help of strategic programming and promotion from Noovo.

Dealmaker of the Year 2024: 9 Story’s Vince Commisso

The 9 Story president and CEO discusses the synergies created through Scholastic’s $250 million investment.

Scripted Series of the Year 2024: Geek Girl

The Canada and U.K. coproduction stepped into the global limelight in spring, attracting millions of views in its first four weeks.

Changemaker of the Year 2024: Kerry Swanson

The CEO of the Indigenous Screen Office discusses the organization’s historic year securing permanent funding from the federal government.

Showrunner of the Year 2024: Tassie Cameron

The producers behind Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent discuss bringing the beloved franchise to Canada.

Film Director of the Year 2024: Ricardo Trogi

The director reflects on his record-breaking box office streak following the release of 1995.

Production Company of the Year 2024: Blink49 Studios

The Best of the Year company is balancing its successful scripted slate with new unscripted greenlights and service work opportunities.

Doc of the Year: The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal

Director Mike Downie and executive producer Jake Gold discuss how the four-part documentary has solidified the legacy of the beloved Kingston, Ont. band.

Director of the Year 2023: R.T. Thorne

With an award-winning series under his belt and his feature debut on the way, Thorne has grown from a director to watch to a bold creative.