First Weekend Club is proud to support the WIDC programs that have contributed to the development of female directors across all platforms–tv, web series and feature films. These programs provide a unique opportunity for professional and … Continued
Anita Adams on CBC Radio, July 1st!
Listen to On The Coast at 3:30PT as she chats with guest host, Jason D’Souza about Canadian films on Canada Day. CBC On The Coast
Special Awards submissions open July 2nd for 2020!
The Academy will be accepting recommendations for Special Awards between July 2 — July 31. For info visit www.academy.ca
Apply now for FIN Partners
Celebrating its 22nd year in 2019, FIN Partners is a one-stop shop for projects looking for the right partner. Details: here
FB Live with Mouthpiece director, Patricia Rozema
Our #FWCFBLive with and director, Patricia Rozema and writer-actors Amy Nostbakken and Norah Sadava The film runs June 7-13 at TIFF Bell Lightbox with opening night Q&A. Watch the interview: HERE Click below for our … Continued
D-Day in 14 Stories premieres on History June 1st
The 14 stories through the eyes of director Robin Bicknell are different but used to create an interwoven narrative, that shows both the great diversity of voices, something lacking in most D-Day/WWII stories, and the … Continued
Canadian Academy Directors Program for Women
The Canadian Academy’s successful women-focused program prepares for third edition with new sponsor, Pinewood Toronto Studios. Submissions will be accepted starting today until Friday, June 21, 2019. More info here.
Leo Awards Gala in Vancouver, June 1st
Celebrating Excellence in British Columbia Film & Television since 1999. Visit the: Leo Awards
Sherry White to receive 2019 Nell Shipman Award
From Rookie Blue, Saving Hope, Ten Days in the Valley to her award-winning feature film Maudie, Sherry has been making waves. This award recognizes women in the film and tv industry who reflect strong and … Continued
Calling all Music Video Filmmakers!
Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television receives $900,000 grant from the RBC Foundation, extending the MVP Project for three more years. For more info visit https://www.mvpproject.ca
Inside/Out, May 23-June 2
We spoke with Executive Director, Andria Wilson about some of the Canadian films at this year’s festival. Visit Inside Out for festival info.
The Denis McGrath Bursary
The joint initiative of both the Writers Guild of Canada (WGC) and the CFC will offer an annual $5,000 cash bursary to a deserving CFC TV writer in the Bell Media Prime Time TV Program. … Continued
