Meet the creators championing British Columbia’s Creative Industries

Michael MacLennan to Lead 2024 Pacific Screenwriting Program as Showrunner-in-Residence

The Pacific Screenwriting Program (PSP) has exciting news for the Canadian screenwriting community. Award-winning showrunner Michael MacLennan has been announced as the Showrunner-in-Residence for the 2024 Scripted Series Lab.
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V-Unframed 2023: Bridging Realities Through Art and Virtual Reality

Have you ever dreamed of stepping inside a masterpiece, feeling the brushstrokes come to life around you? If so, Alliance Francaise Vancouver has an invitation for you – an invitation to transcend the boundaries of traditional art and immerse yourself in the captivating world of virtual reality at V-Unframed.
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Netflix and WIA Vancouver Expand ACE Canada Program with ACE 4

In a significant stride towards fostering gender equality in the animation industry, Netflix and WIA Vancouver proudly announce the continuation of their highly successful ACE CANADA Program with the launch of ACE 4 in 2024.
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1946: THE MISTRANSLATION THAT SHIFTED CULTURE – B.C.’s Connection to an Impactful Documentary

In the world of filmmaking, sometimes the most extraordinary stories are the ones that come together unexpectedly. One such story is the documentary 1946: THE MISTRANSLATION THAT SHIFTED CULTURE, a film that not only explores a critical historical…
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s-yéwyáw / Awaken Premiering in B.C.

The captivating and deeply insightful feature-length documentary, s-yéwyáw / Awaken, is set to make its highly anticipated B.C. premiere.
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Vancouver’s North of Now Films and National Film Board of Canada co-produce: Anything for Fame

In the ruthless “attention economy” of the internet, young influencers gamble everything for fame-‘n’-fortune. A startling and timely study of contemporary celebrity, Anything for Fame ventures into the virtual Wild West to profile an ambitious—and reckless—new breed of content creator.
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B.C. Finalists for the 2023 Governor General’s Literary Awards

The Governor General's Literary Awards stand as a cornerstone of Canada's rich literary landscape, representing both tradition and excellence.
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2023 #WatchBC Spooky Roundup

From the iconic X-FILES to the chilling THE HAUNTING OF BLY MANOR, British Columbia has served as a hauntingly picturesque backdrop for numerous productions. If you're in search of a fresh, spooky show with ties to B.C., here's a roundup of some of the latest ones.
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Netflix and Women in Animation Vancouver Announce World Premiere of OSTINATO

In an eagerly anticipated collaboration, Netflix and Women in Animation Vancouver (WIA) have announced the world premier date of the short film OSTINATO, produced by ACE Canada. Supported by the Canada Media Fund, Creative BC, and Telefilm Canada, this innovative project will debut at the Oscar-accredited Spark Animation Festival in Vancouver. 
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October is Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM): Fostering Inclusive Workplaces

October marks Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM), a pivotal time to recognize the significance of inclusive hiring and work environments.
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Celebrating Excellence in Children’s Literature: The 2023 CCBC Awards

The Canadian Children’s Book Centre (CCBC) recently made waves in the literary world as it unveiled the winners of its prestigious English-language children's book awards. This year's celebration was a momentous occasion, marking the 25th anniversary of the Norma Fleck Award for Canadian Children’s Non-Fiction. The winners have not only captured our hearts but have also made history.
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Zeb’s Spider: A Whimsical #WatchBC Story Tailor-Made for Autumn

In the realm of stop-motion animation, Alicia Eisen, who was living in Vancouver during the film's creation, joined forces with Vancouver film director and production designer Sophie Jarvis to introduce us to a unique and intriguing world in their National Film Board of Canada production, ZEB'S SPIDER.
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