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Prime Video orders Mr. Dressup doc for 2023 release
The doc on the life and legacy of Ernie Coombs is produced by Toronto’s marblemedia in association with CBC, Hawkeye Pictures and Pyre Productions.
Playback’s 10 to Watch 2022: Adrian Wallace
Known for titles such as Courtside and Hip Hop My House, the filmmaker is on a mission to inspire the next generation of Black Canadians.
Sort Of among MIPCOM Cannes Diversify TV nominees
Radio-Canada’s Pour toi Flora and Quebecor/Club Illico’s Audrey’s Back are among the other Canadian contenders for next month’s awards.
CBC to honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with original programming
CBC, APTN and Hollywood Suite will each have all-day special programming to commemorate the federal holiday on Sept. 30.
CRTC ordered to reconsider CBC/Radio-Canada broadcast licence decision
Industry organizations such as the CMPA, the DGC and ACTRA have applauded the federal government’s decision to send back the broadcast licence after petitions.
The Black Academy launches skills development program
The training intiative, launched in partnership with Insight Productions, is intended to help Black Canadians gain experience in TV production.
How the industry is building more diverse crews at all levels
While unions look to recruit more Black, Indigenous and people of colour workers, the production community agrees change must start at the top.
Catherine Tait says CBC remains committed to indie producers
The CBC/Radio-Canada president and CEO addressed concerns over modifications in its latest CRTC licence renewal on a panel at Content Canada.
Clement Virgo debuts ‘most personal film to date’ with Brother
TIFF ’22: With a goal of authenticity, Virgo and producer Damon D’Oliveira cast actors with a deep understanding of the immigrant experience.
Blue Ant Studios’ Prince Andrew doc slated for Peacock
The documentary, directed by Jamie Crawford, is part of Peacock’s virtual DocFest and will premiere on Oct. 5.
In Brief: CaribbeanTales announces The Big Pitch cohort
Plus: WildBrain renews CEO Eric Ellenbogen’s contract, the Toronto International Film Festival reveals its 2022 Industry Selects lineup, and more.
CBC renews Moonshine for a third season
Production is underway on the third season of the original dramedy, created by Sheri Elwood and produced by Six Eleven Media and eOne.
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