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Deals: NFB, North of Now, 9 Story Brands, Exile, Wickensburg
Paramount+ lands licensing rights to NFB/North of Now Films’ Anything for Fame, 9 Story Brands strikes product partnerships for Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, plus more.
In Brief: Film editor Mary Stephen to receive Fire Horse Award
Plus: Wattpad Webtoon and Leone Film Group team on two new adaptations, ReelAbilities Toronto launches three new programs, and more.
The passage of C-11 is in sight — let’s define our future together
In this op-ed, Canada Media Fund president and CEO Valerie Creighton writes about working collectively amid imminent changes to the legislative and regulatory system.
CSAs ’23: Clement Virgo’s Brother lands record 12 trophies
The drama was far and away the winner at the cinematic arts ceremony, where David Cronenberg’s Crimes of the Future was next with two awards.
Julie Roy appointed executive director, CEO of Telefilm Canada
The NFB senior leader takes the reins from Francesca Accinelli, who was serving as interim head after Christa Dickenson’s departure last September.
In Brief: Human Rights Watch fest reveals Toronto lineup
Plus: Three Canadian projects receive Frameline’s 2023 completion fund, Viaplay announces its DTC launch date in Canada, and more.
SODEC chooses 14 docs for production funding
Les Productions des Films de l’Autre and the National Film Board of Canada are among those with two docs apiece on the list.
Indigenous Screen Office CEO Kerry Swanson’s growth strategy
Swanson outlines her goals for increasing the ISO’s partnerships and federal funding as she takes the reins following Jesse Wente’s departure.
Xavier Dolan’s drama series selected for Sundance
The Night Logan Woke Up will have its international premiere in the Indie Episodic program.
DOC calls on funders to address systemic inequities
The organization also called for the National Film Board of Canada to deliver a progress update on its Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan, published in 2021.
Suzanne Guèvremont appointed new head of NFB
The veteran industry director becomes government film commissioner and chairperson, replacing Claude Joli-Coeur.
To Kill a Tiger, Riceboy Sleeps among top TIFF winners
TIFF ’22: Black Ice and Something You Said Last Night were among the other Canadian winners on the festival’s final day.
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