On Screen Manitoba

2008 Banff World Television Awards

NEW CATEGORIES FOR '08
The campaign for the 29th Banff World Television awards is officially on and new program categories at this year’s Rockie Awards include Environmental Programs and Social & Humanitarian Programs to address the larger social and humanitarian issues in the world today. All categories have updated to reflect changes in international television programming.

FOUR NEW ROCKIES
Rockies will be awarded in 22 categories for BEST OF CATEGORY by Selection Juries from around the world. In addition to the two Special Jury Prizes and the Grand Prize, four new prizes will be awarded by the International Grand Jury. The four new prizes are Best Documentary; Best Drama; Best Entertainment Program; and Best Feature Length Documentary.
View all categories

NEW EARLY ENTRY DISCOUNT

A new way of working with our clients in English feature film.  Decision-making for English feature film has changed at Telefilm Canada.

We have created two groups to work with our clients: the Creative Content Group and the Business Affairs Group.

January 28, 2008 CFC Film Program - Writers' Lab, Directors' Lab, Editors' Lab

Canadian Film Centre: Film Program
With an impressive combination of skills and experience, CFC alumni have established themselves as key players in the national and international entertainment industries. If you are ready to enhance your career, apply now to the CFC Film Program.

Application Deadline: January 28, 2008

Winnipeg - FTM is pleased to announce two important changes to Film Training Manitoba.  As of November 27th, Neila Benson will be FTM’s Executive Director and Joe Laurin the Chair of FTM’s Board of Directors.

PITCH YOUR CROSS MEDIA IDEAS

Call for entries now open for the 2008 Content 360 international competition for new ideas to engage audiences on digital platforms.

Deadline for submissions is 21 January

After the success of last year’s second annual Doc Lab, Hot Docs’ intensive five-day creative development workshop, we are pleased to once again invite 15 early to mid-career documentary writers and directors to take part in this specially designed master class programme, running from April 20– 25, during the 2008 Hot Docs Festival.

Working closely with the Executive Director, Tara Walker and Marketing & Membership Manager, Angie Lamirande, Megan will help On Screen Manitoba serve our members by assisting with our communications, events, fundraising, administration and membership services.

Megan will be with On Screen Manitoba in a contract until March 31, 2008.

Dear On Screen Manitoba Members,

We want your vote!

On Screen Manitoba has nine seats on the Board of Directors up for election on December 4th, 2007.  All On Screen Manitoba Voting Members are encouraged to vote for the nine seats on the Board of Directors at On Screen Manitoba’s Annual General Meeting this Tuesday, December 4th, 2007.

NSI Global Marketing deadline: Dec. 14, 2007

Winnipeg — Television producers are now encouraged to apply for NSI Global Marketing MIPTV 2008. This professional development program offered by the National Screen Institute – Canada teaches the essentials of selling, pitching, promoting and networking in preparation for the international market in France.

Apply by Friday, December 14, 4:30 p.m., Central Time.

New York, United States, April 23 to May 4, 2008
(For short films less than 40 minutes, for feature films more than 40 minutes)

Early entry deadline (Early birds benefit from a lower entry fee) : November 16, 2007
Official deadline : December 14, 2007
Late entry deadline (For feature films, works in progress only) : January 11, 2008

Tribeca is a recognized market for Access to Festivals and Access to Markets support through M3P  www.mmpia.ca/m3p_guidelines.aspx

Celebrating a milestone 10 years of bringing the best in non-fiction together, Realscreen Summit returns to Washington, DC January 22-24, 2008, promising to be the biggest and best gathering and celebration of the non-fiction television industry ever seen.

MMPIA's PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND can assist with the cost of attending the following workshops for eligible applicants see the guidelines at: www.mmpia.ca/m3p_guidelines.aspx

Canadian multi-faith broadcaster S-Vox has bought two television stations
from Rogers Media.

Banff World Television Festival redesigns Banff Rockie Categories for its 2008 International Program competition FOUR new prizes to be awarded by grand jury.

As a nod to one of Manitoba's great animated films....

In celebration of the 20th anniversary of MARIA, Manitoba Film & Sound, and MMPIA (www.celebrating20.com), we're offering a very special download of the week by one of Manitoba's greatest and most successful artists... Fred Penner!

Frantic Films goes to Cannes with several new projects in the works.

Frantic Films arrives at this year's
MIPCOM with a clutch of new projects and determined to build upon the
company's recent successes. The Winnipeg-based live action production
company will introduce a number of new projects at MIPCOM, the world's
largest television content market and forum, which runs October 8 to 12,
in Cannes, France.

The Arts and Cultural Industries Association of Manitoba Inc. will hold its

Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, October 23, 2007

11:30 a.m.
ACI Boardroom
#501- 62 Albert Street
Winnipeg, MB

As the dust settles on the CTVglobemedia takeover of CHUM, Susanne Boyce and Ed Robinson have emerged top of the heap at CTV after a wide-ranging corporate reorganization.

The first annual celebration of Canadian independent producers in film, television, and new media

http://www.cftpa.ca/membership/indie_awards/

Canadian producers have made their mark in the global entertainment industry from the earliest days of the silent silver screen to contemporary cutting-edge digital platforms. Enriching the lives of Canadian and international audiences, Canadian producers create dynamic, entertaining, award-winning film, television, and digital content for millions of viewers around the globe fueled by the fire of their talent, creativity, and commitment to excellence.

TAKING IT TO THE SCREEN 2007
Film and TV Weekend Workshops, November-December
::DIRECTING::PRODUCING::SCREENWRITING::DOCUMENTARY::ACTING::
:: Toronto :: Montreal :: Ottawa :: Vancouver::

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, October 2, 2007

WINNIPEG, MB - It has been 20 years since MANITOBA FILM & SOUND, the Manitoba Audio Recording Industry Association (MARIA), and the Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA) were established. Since then, the Manitoba film and music industries have seen dramatic growth and significant accomplishments, making Manitoba a true artistic destination on the world stage. These developments are due in large part to the existence of each of these three organizations, which have been instrumental in the continued success of our arts industry on the local, national, and international fronts.

"The first 20 were the toughest

MMPIA, MANITOBA FILM & SOUND and MARIA are setting up a display of major awards statues won by Manitobans over the past 20 years at our 20th Anniversary Gala to show the depth and breadth of achievement in our community. We're hoping for one of each type of award (ie. one Gemini, one Emmy, one Oscar, etc). If you've won an award and would like to display it at the Gala please let us know PRONTO! Call Angie at 927-5892 or email angie@mmpia.ca to arrange for a time to drop off your awards.

Kerry LeBlanc of OBO Security will be watching over the awards for the night so they will be safe!

Thanks for helping us make this a memorable and inspiring night!

Tara

Winnipeg — Winnipeg’s emerging filmmakers are encouraged to apply now for the National Screen Institute - Canada (NSI) Drama Prize training program 2008.

Up to five teams from across Canada will receive training in writing, directing and producing; mentoring from established filmmakers; and the opportunity to produce a quality short film. Teams also receive $10,000 in cash support and over $30,000 in-kind services towards the production of their film – both amounts have been increased this year.

For a second year in a row, The WFG is a sponsor of the WNDX Festival of Avant Garde and Underground Film, which will be held October 4-7th 2007. The WFG is partnering with WNDX, Video Pool and Platform to offer some exciting workshops on avant garde video and experimental film approaches and techniques.

Alliance signs Canadian output deal with Overture
Denis Seguin in Toronto ScreenDaily.com
25 Sep 2007 21:49

Alliance Films and Overture Films have signed an all-rights multi-year output deal for Canada. The deal was announced by Overture’s CEO Chris McGurk and Alliance’s executive chairman Victor Loewy.

The deal, which runs through 2010, will add an additional eight to 12 titles annually to Alliance’s releeasing slate, beginning with Callie Khouri’s Mad Money on January 25, 2008. Overture recently acquired all North American rights to Tom McCarthy’s The Visitor at Toronto. The company is currently in production on Traitor, a thriller starring Don Cheadle and Guy Pearce.

Strategic Partners projects include Indigenes writer's debut
Chris Evans in Halifax, ScreenDaily.com
21 Sep 2007 16:33


At the recent Strategic Partners co-production market in Canada, producers revealed a number of new projects currently in the works.

This event is being hosted by the CWC-AFC Manitoba.
October 1, 2007: Early Bird Season Subscription Sale!
Winnipeg

Members only!
If you register for the entire subscription series by October 1, you will save an additional $30 and be entered in a draw to win an Inn at The Forks getaway for two valued at $500!

Subscription Series Event Package Includes:
Register now to attend the events listed below and save!
October 3, 2007 - "The Etiquette Ladies""
November 15

Weinstein Company buys Walk All Over Me

Winnipeg produced comedy-thriller feature sells


September 21, 2007/WINNIPEG –Eagle Vision announced today that The Weinstein Company has purchased the U.S. distribution rights to Walk All Over Me. Produced by Winnipeg’s Eagle Vision, Montreal’s Les Productions Colin Neale and Calgary’s CHAOS a film company, Walk All Over Me, was shot in Winnipeg and premiered at this year’s Toronto International Film Fest.

Hello MMPIA Members!

The Strategy Session originally planned for this coming Friday is being postponed. We have made the decision to postpone it to a time of year when we can get the maximum attendance from the broadest spectrum of the industry possible. Everyone is so busy now (which is, as always, wonderful to see!) we would be missing voices from key segments of the film community. The goal of the session is to develop strategy and programming to support the entire industry, and, as we're sure you'll agree, it is critical that we have industry-wide representation at the table as we do that.

Thank you to all who RSVPed for Friday! We will keep you informed as to when the meeting will take place: look for something in January of 2008. As always, our doors are open. If you have any questions or feedback for us, please contact Tara (tara@mmpia.ca), Carole (carole@mbfilmsound.ca) or Neila (nbenson@filmtraining.mb.ca)

MMPIA, FTM & MF&S

Art and Cultural Industries of Manitoba (ACI) is pleased to announce an all new

YOUTH MENTORSHIP PROGRAM for Careers in the Arts

Many artistic disciplines - technical, administrative or creative

Funded by the Department of Education, open to youth ages 16 - 24, the program matches professions in various artistic disciplines with youth who would benefit from:

What CBC TV Comedy is looking for:

proposals for half-hour shows that will air between 7:30 and 9 p.m;

shows that would appeal to a broad viewing audience, especially women in their 30s/40s;

contemporary, episodic, distinctive, and will sustain several seasons;

September 2007

Ottawa - The Cultural Human Resources Council (CHRC) is proud to announce the release of a unique online learning module on Research Skills for Documentary Filmmakers.

In association with the Council of Ontario Universities and funded by the Government of Canada's Sector Council Program, this interactive course was developed in close consultation with an Advisory Committee of emerging Documentary Filmmakers. It builds on the conceptual framework of the CHRC's Competency Profile for Documentary Filmmakers to further clarify the roles research skills and document use play in the field of documentary filmmaking.

With the Canadian digital advertising industry totaling over One Billion Dollars in revenue in 2006, the opportunity for digital content producers, digital publishers and advertisers alike has never been greater to capitalize on this burgeoning market.

On Wednesday, October 10, 2007, New Media Manitoba, the University of Manitoba's

Ottawa - The Cultural Human Resources Council CHRC is proud to announce the release of a unique online course: Critical Thinking for Cultural Managers learning module.

In association with the Council of Ontario Universities, Learning Advanced Essential Skills Online (LAESO) initiative, this interactive module builds on the conceptual framework of the CHRC's Competency Profile to further clarify the roles critical thinking plays in cultural management.

On Friday, September 28th, the Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA), Film Training Manitoba (FTM) and MANITOBA FILM & SOUND (MFS) will be hosting an Industry-wide Strategy Session. This will be an all-day (9:00 to 5:00) meeting during which we will explore the opportunities and barriers to growth faced by Manitobans in the film and television industry and build consensus around addressing them. The results of this session will be used by MMPIA, FTM and MFS to develop a strategy to take the industry to the next level and will inform programming for the 2008/09 year and beyond. We would truly value your input.

My Winnipeg win top prizes as TIFF winds down
Guy Maddin’s personal documentary My Winnipeg has been awarded with the top prize at TIFF. The award, Toronto-City Award for Best Canadian Feature comes with a cash prize of $30,000!

Congratuations to both Guy and to producers Phyllis Laing & Jody Shapiro as well as the entire team at Buffalo Gal Pictures!

Torino, Italy, November 23 to December 1, 2007

The Torino Film Festival is currently accepting entries for feature films.

Academy - Membership/Gemini Awards

The 37th International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) will mark the 25th edition of Cinemart, its international co-production market.

We've launched the second season of "Living Winnipeg"" on CBC TV and next week

NSI Features First

The set designers, key grips and special-effects wizards of Hollywood have officially declared war on Canadian film and TV subsidies, filing a petition with the U.S. government to investigate the financial incentives used in Canada to lure movie shoots and other entertainment production north of the border.

Kari Skogland’s The Stone Angel, based on the beloved novel by Margaret Laurence, will officially open VIFF’s Canadian Images program at a gala screening on September 28, 2007.

Finnish film production will be brought to a halt if the government does not fulfil a alleged promise of an extra $1.6m (Euros 1.2m) subsidy.

At a press conference in Helsinki, 30 feature film producers announced they will not start new projects until their demand has been met.

”If not they can take the total amount of film support in 2008 and give it to the National Opera,” they said in a declaration signed by such producers as Aleksi Bardy, Jorn Donner, Tero Kaukomaa, Ilkka Matila, Claes Olsson, Marko Röhr and Markus Selin.

Montreal, August 28, 2007 – Telefilm Canada announces the creation of the Slate Development Pilot Program for the English-language market through the Canada Feature Film Fund (the "CFFF”). Through the provision of predictable funding

What has:

7 smashings

6 "sorry""s

5 hook ups

4 break ups

3 noise complaints

2 police visits

1 lost cat

and a girl crying in the bathroom?

House Party - A Half Hour Comedy Series"

MMPIA’s First Fridays - Member Soiree
Sponsored by PS Prairies & the King’s Head Pub
FRIDAY, September 7th!
5 – 7 pm
Second floor - King’s Head Pub
SPECIAL TREAT! Stay late to catch Venus Murphy, featuring MMPIA's own Jenn Dupas on accordion and vocals!

Here is the application form for the American Film Market.  Please click to download the PDF.

This edition:

Canadian films do the box office sizzle and more – not just in Quebec

English-language cinema success ’07: many thumbs, way up

Telefilm-financed feature films enjoy the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival opening and closing slots.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 29, 2007. Winnipeg, Manitoba: MANITOBA FILM & SOUND and the Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA) are pleased to announce that 17 Manitoba productions and professionals have been nominated for the 22nd Annual Gemini Awards, the highest number of Manitoba productions nominated ever.

Among the Manitoba productions honoured with nominations are As Seen On TV! The K-Tel Story, produced by MidCanada Entertainment in the Best Biography Documentary Program and Recreating Eden, produced by Merit Motion Pictures, in the Best Lifestyle and Practical Information Series category. The series also picked up two more nominations for writing and directing. Merit Motion Pictures and vonnie VON HELMOT production, Ballet Girls, received a nod in the Best Children’s or Youth Non-Fiction Program or Series, while Wapos Bay, produced by Wapos Bay Productions and the National Film Board also received a nomination in that category. There's Something Out There: A Bigfoot Encounter, the Farpoint Films and Mighty Kraken Films project was nominated in the Best Science, Technology, Nature, Environment or Adventure Documentary Program category and the Frantic Films-produced Peter Jordan’s Grey Cup Adventure was given a nod in the Best Sports Feature Segment.

Other nominations include a Best Cross Platform nomination for the Manitoba-made drama series Falcon Beach’s website. The Original Pictures co-production series also picked up three other nominations in the Best Supporting Actress and Best Sound categories. Manitoba director Norma Bailey received a nod for her work on Eight Days to Live and Manitoba writer Alan Rae is nominated for his work on the hit series Little Mosque on the Prairie. In the Best Photography in an Information Program or Series, Bert Savard picked up a nomination. Two projects produced by Frantic Films, Devil’s Brigade and Music Rising, also received nominations. Please see the full list of Manitoba nominees attached.

"This has been a great year for Manitoba productions; for the first time since 2000

Entertainment One, the newest player on the Canadian film distribution scene, is acquiring Montreal-based distributor Seville Pictures, the company announced today.

Call For Entries For 2008 Yorkton Short Film & Video Festival

The world's premiere Film and Documentary Festival showcasing first time documentaries and film's across 9 award categories including producers, directors, actors, screenplay writers, technicians from people of Asia - Pacific origin.

Canadian media giant CanWest Global has won regulatory approval to take control of Australia's Ten Network, but must adhere to a range of strict conditions.

A Documentary Market will be held at the Rome New Fair from October 4th to October 7th 2007

The projects we’ll support will be specifically targeted toward European and Middle Eastern interests, with regard to production, co-production and distribution.  Admission is reserved to: Authors, Directors, Producers/Production companies and Distributors.

Women in Film and Television-Toronto announces 2007 Telefilm Canada Executive Management Program and Call for Applications

(TORONTO – Thursday, August 16, 2007) Women in Film and Television - Toronto (WIFT-T) is pleased to announce the 2007 Telefilm Canada Executive Management Program and Call for Applications.  Fully completed application packages must be submitted to WIFT-T by

Join UK Trade & Investment, Scottish Development International and Interactive Ontario on an Interactive Trade Mission to the UK.
October 29 - November 2, 2007

Application deadline:

Early Bird Tickets on Sale!
VIDFEST September 22-25 @ the Vancouver International Film Centre

The Vancouver International Digital Festival is an event for the top creative minds working in digital media. The event includes international business matchmaking, ‘big picture’ conference sessions on the latest trends and markets in digital media, a recruiting fair, high-level seminars for creators, designers, and producers, and loads of networking parties.

Two Manitoban productions have websites up for Gemini for Most Popular Website - go vote for the Devil's Brigade and Falcon Beach sites - at

(TORONTO – Thursday, August 16, 2007) Women in Film and Television - Toronto (WIFT-T) is pleased to announce the 2007

The Winnipeg Film Group is very excited to announce the recipients of Cinematheque's Silverscope 25

Kathy Driscoll has taken on an exciting new challenge in Manitoba’s dynamic Interactive Media industry. "The New Media industry in Winnipeg is burgeoning and is solidly positioned to take off over the next few years. All levels of government recognize the significant economic potential of this sector and continue to demonstrate their support by way of new funding initiatives and programs that assist this vibrant industry to grow and self-sustain. I believe that over the next while

Deadline to submit: August 31, 2007, 5:00 pm

East of Euclid will be screened on Showcase Television on Saturday, August 18th at 6:00 pm and Sunday, August 19th at 1:00 pm (all times Central).

Here is a look back at some milestones from the last 20 years!

1986: Total production budgets hit $500,000

1986: MANITOBA FILM & SOUND invests in the province's first feature film Crime Wave

1986: First Oscar nomination for a Manitoba production - The Big Snit, short animation by Richard Condie

1987: MMPIA and MANITOBA FILM & SOUND founded

1988: Guy Maddin's first feature completed: Tales From the Gimli Hospital

1990: Lost in the Barrens, supported by MANITOBA FILM & SOUND, is the province's first Emmy Award winner

1993: MMPIA creates the Blizzard Awards

1992/93: Total production budgets top $12 million

1995: Guy Maddin wins the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Telluride Film Festival
1996: Manitoba's first drama series, My Life as a Dog, is produced by Credo Entertainment

1997: CIGMO, Manitoba's first New Media training project launched

1997: Blizzard Award for Best Film of the Decade goes to: John Paizs' Crime Wave

1997: Manitoba Film & Video Production Tax Credit introduced

1997: First offshore production - A Marriage of Convenience

1998/99: Total production budgets reach $47 million

1999: NSI-Canada relocates to Winnipeg

1999: Film Training Manitoba is founded, evolving out of MMPIA's 1995 training strategy

1999: First member roast and presentation of the Snowball Award to Derek Mazur

2000: First Manitoba International trade mission - London and Dublin

2001: Creation of Manitoba Music & Motion Pictures Development (M3P) Project created by MMPIA and the Manitoba Audio Recording Industry Association (MARIA)

2002: MMPIA launches market development program ACCESS TO MARKETS

2003/04: Total production budgets top $100 million
2003: Manitoba hosts Canada Day in Los Angeles and a Manitoba International trade mission to LA

2004: First Manitoba party at TIFF

2004: 21 Gemini nominations for Manitoba productions and craftspeople

2004: Frantic Films named one of the Profit "100 Fastest Growing Companies"" in Canada

2004: Numan Productions wins CTV Documart (World's Richest Pitch) at Banff World Television Festival - Hockey Brawl goes on to win Gemini in 2006

2005: Les Productions Rivard celebrates 10 years

2005: Province of Manitoba increases tax credit to 45% and as a leader in film incentives

Dear members,

In preparation for our 20th Anniversary MMPIA is compiling a listing of the top 20 award winning film and tv productions from the last twenty years. Preparing this list is tougher than we realized and we'd like your help.

Your help needed!
The best way for us to collect a list of award winning productions from the last 20 years is for the producers and filmmakers to provide us with this info directly.

Please send us info on your award-winning Manitoba-made productions!

We are looking for productions made between 1987 and 2007 that have won 'Best of' awards for the entire production. Unfortunately given the brevity of the list we are not able to include craft awards. Feel free to send this info anyways as we are intending to build a databank of Manitoba production community achievements! Please include:

Name of your production:
Type of award won:
Category:
Year:

Milestone productions
We are also looking for milestone productions. If you think your production helped the Manitoba community 'break ground' and reach a new level please send us a little description of why you think that. An example might be My Life As a Dog - the first dramatic television series to be filmed and produced in Manitoba.

We need this info to

Dear members,

In preparation for our 20th Anniversary MMPIA is compiling a listing of the top 20 award winning film and tv productions from the last twenty years. Preparing this list is tougher than we realized and we'd like your help.

Your help needed!
The best way for us to collect a list of award winning productions from the last 20 years is for the producers and filmmakers to provide us with this info directly.

Please send us info on your award-winning Manitoba-made productions!

We are looking for productions made between 1987 and 2007 that have won 'Best of' awards for the entire production. Unfortunately given the brevity of the list we are not able to include craft awards. Feel free to send this info anyways as we are intending to build a databank of Manitoba production community achievements! Please include:

Name of your production:
Type of award won:
Category:
Year:

Milestone productions
We are also looking for milestone productions. If you think your production helped the Manitoba community 'break ground' and reach a new level please send us a little description of why you think that. An example might be My Life As a Dog - the first dramatic television series to be filmed and produced in Manitoba.

We need this info to

LONDON -- Roma Khanna, previously co-head of CHUM Television in Canada, is joining NBC Universal Intl. as president, global networks and digital initiatives. Based in London, she will spearhead the studio's recently announced strategy to launch 20 new channels across Europe, Asia and Latin America.

On the track of terror
A new two-hour documentary thriller for Canada's CBC will unravel the story behind the 1985 Air India tragedy - a terrorist attack that foreshadowed the events of 9/11. Director Sturla Gunnarsson tells Jenn Kuzmyk how he will attempt to encapsulate 22 years of court proceedings and headlines while remaining sensitive to the victims of the worst mass murder in Canadian history.

Nominate those who have made a difference in the communications industry for a 
CWC Annual Award.

The CWC Annual Awards recognize the outstanding contributions women make
to the communications industry and those who support their advancement.

Annual Awards nomination deadline:  5 p.m. (EST), October 8, 2007

Job Title: Executive Assistant to the CEO/Executive Producer

Division: Frantic Films Live Action Productions Inc.
Responsible to: CEO/Executive Producer

In June, Jeff Solylo’s feature film

OMDC has launched a call for applications for the 2nd annual International Financing Forum (IFF). Following the success of last year’s IFF, this one-day co-financing market, has been developed to provide 50+ Canadian and international feature film producers with the opportunity to establish relationships with potential financing and co-production partners, sales agents, distributors and executive producers. The day will be made up of one-on-one meetings with producer delegates and industry guests, networking events and information sessions.

Manitoba News Release
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July 3, 2007
MANITOBA FILM TAX CREDIT PROGRAM ENHANCED TO ENCOURAGE FILM PRODUCTION
Culture, Heritage and Tourism Minister Eric Robinson and Finance Minister Greg Selinger today announced enhancements to the Manitoba Film Tax Credit to encourage film production including streamlining administration of the credit and allowing for credits to be received sooner.
"By enhancing our already popular tax credit program

ASTRAL MEDIA THE HAROLD GREENBERG FUND SUPPORTS CFC GO WEST PROJECT LAB AT WHISTLER

CFC Go West Project Lab rounds out Astral Media The Harold Greenberg Fund’s support of 15 training grant initiatives for 2006/2007 .

Toronto, June 20, 2007 – Astral Media The Harold Greenberg Fund is pleased to
announce its support of the Whistler Film Festival and CFC Go West Project Lab, a week-
long creative and business immersion program to take place from June 18 to 22, 2007, in
Whistler, B.C.

Offered to producers in western Canada (B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the
Yukon), the CFC Go West Project Lab is designed to advance a producer’s dramatic feature
project, facilitate relationships and collaboration on and investment in film projects that have
U.S. and international appeal.

Regular Deadline - September 1, 2007 & Final Deadline - October 20, 2007

The Big Sky Documentary Film Festival, the premier venue for nonfiction film in the American West, is seeking submissions for its fifth annual event. From February 14-20, 2008 the festival will screen 100 films, including world and U.S. premieres, classics, rare and experimental works on Montana's largest screen at the historic Wilma Theater in downtown Missoula, Montana. In addition to 7-days of screenings, many public and VIP events including panel discussions, galas, receptions and networking round-tables.

The competitive event is open to non-fiction films and videos of all genres, subject matter, lengths and production dates. Awards and cash prizes will be given for Best Documentary Feature (over 50 minutes), Best Documentary Short (15-50 minutes), Best Mini-Doc (under 15 minutes) and best documentary about the American West (the "Big Sky Award"").
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Montréal, July 4, 2007 - Michel Pradier, Telefilm Canada’s Director, French Operations and Quebec Office , is pleased to announce that the Corporation, through its Industrial and Professional Development Fund, is joining forces with the Formation des cadres et des dirigeants HEC Montréal for the fourth year running to sponsor five bursaries that will allow Canadian audiovisual producers and distributors to participate in the TVA-HEC Montréal television and film management training program. The sessions will be held November 14 to 21 in Saint-Sauveur, in the Laurentians.

The eligibility criteria for the competition are available on Telefilm’s Website and the application deadline is August 30, 2007.
Visit Telefilm Canada for more information:

New York, United States, September 28, 2007 - October 14, 2007

July 30 - August 12, 2007, Victoria, BC

Dance for the Camera (DFTC) Intensive Summer Program for choreographers, filmmakers, and dancers facilitated and mentored by award winning choreographer, filmmaker, curator, educator and recipient of the 2006 Guggenheim Fellowship, Ellen Bromberg.

OIAF AnimaPasses are now on sale!
With a selection including exclusive TAC Passes, discounts, and weekend or day passes, we have something for everyone!

Nomination Deadline: June 29, 2007

Since the Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts (GGAVMA) were inaugurated in March 2000, they have honoured some of Canada’s most outstanding visual and media artists, and they have played a significant role in raising the public profile of the visual arts and the media arts. In 2007, the Saidye Bronfman Award for excellence in the fine crafts became an eighth GGAVMA. Also, in honour of the Canada Council for the Arts’ 50th anniversary in 2007, the GGAVMA’s have been increased to $25,000 each on a permanent basis. The Canada Council for the Arts is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts for 2008, with up to eight awards of $25,000 to be awarded.

For more information on the nomination procedure, visit

Women in Film and Television Launches Online Registration for 2007 International Summit

Women in Film and Television-Toronto (WIFT-T) is pleased to announce that it has launched the online registration for the WIFT International Summit. WIFT-T will host the summit in Toronto at the Park Hyatt Hotel from July 16-19, 2007. Held every two years in a different country, 2007 will mark the first year this event has been held in Toronto.
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Women in Film and Television announces SUN TV Pitch Competition

WIFT-T will host the Summit in Toronto at the Park Hyatt Hotel from July 16-19, 2007.  The SUN TV Convergence Pitch, presented in partnership with SUN TV, will allow participants the chance to submit an email pitch for a television project to representatives of SUN TV.

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WIFT Announces S-VOX Pitch Competition at 2007 International Summit

Women in Film and Television-Toronto (WIFT-T) is pleased to announce the S-VOX Pitch Competition at the 2007 WIFT International Summit. WIFT-T will host the Summit in Toronto at the Park Hyatt Hotel from July 16-19, 2007.

Friday, July 27, 2007 8pm
Filmmakers are invited to submit films they have already shown at various film festivals. After the screening, there will be a question and answer session with the filmmakers to discuss the process, successes, problems and experiences of showing films in festivals.

Namur, Belgium, September 28, 2007 - October 1, 2007

The francophone production forum is now accepting feature film projects from francophone communities. For the first time this year, Telefilm Canada is a partner of this event as part of its strategy towards the developmene tof French-language coproduction.

For more information, visit www.telefilm.gc.ca

The Winnipeg Film Group has an immediate opening for a permanent, part-time Marketing & Communications Assistant for our Cinematheque.

Our Cinematheque’s Marketing & Communications Assistant is a position that provides support to our 120-seat art-house cinema, specifically related to how it reaches out to its audiences and the local community.

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Artist in Residence, City of Winnipeg Archives, Deadline July 3

Attention: VISUAL, MEDIA and VIDEO ARTISTS, FILMMAKERS, WRITERS
The Winnipeg Arts Council invites artists to submit written expressions of interest for an Artist-in-Residence project at the City of Winnipeg Archives.  The City of Winnipeg Archives is a relatively uptapped source of information about Winnipeg’s long and storied past.  The Artist-in-Residence project is a unique opportunity for an artist to explore the memory of the City and to reflect on record keeping as a way of understanding the culture of place while creating a permanent work of art.  The selected artist will be in residence over a six-month period, beginning in September 2007, and will have access to archival materials that include textual records, photographs, documentary art, moving image and sound records and maps and plans.  Interested artists must submit a complete application package to be considered.

Deadline for submissions is Tuesday, July 3, 2007.

Cannes, France, October 8, 2007 - October 12, 2007
Telefilm Canada is currently soliciting applications from Canadian production and distribution companies for MIPCOM 2007.

MIPCOM 2007 is recognized by the M3P Access to Markets funding administered through MMPIA.
For more information on accessing the M3P Professional Development fund, please visit:

A high level workshop the M3P Professional Development Fund was made to support!

Over three intense days, McKee's Story Seminar effectively demonstrates the relationship between story design and character. Quality story structure demands creativity; it can not be reduced to simple formulas that impose a rigid number of mandatory elements. Learn the principles involved in the art and craft of screenwirting and story design.
This intensive three-day seminar will take place at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) in Edmonton, Alberta from September 14-16th, 2007.

For more information on accessing the M3P Professional Development fund, please visit: http://www.mmpia.ca/m3p_guidelines.aspx  or  contact: Steve Hignell at steve@mmpia.ca

2007-2008 guidelines – IPOLC Initiative 3
French-language projects from outside Quebec

Montreal, June 7, 2007 – Telefilm Canada announces the publication of the 2007-2008 guidelines for Initiative 3 of the Interdepartmental Partnership with Official-Language Communities (IPOLC). No significant changes have been made.

Development support funds are allocated for each application deadline and adjusted as necessary based on the demand for each program genre, as follows:

1st deadline June 19, 2007: up to 60% of the total, or approximately $120,000
2nd deadline October 17, 2007: up to 40% of the total, or approximately $80,000

Dear Manitoba Producers,

MMPIA has been asked to contribute to an evaluation of the Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit (CPTC).  Please take a few moments to send MMPIA your thoughts on the following issues under review re the CPTC:
the relevance and importance of the CPTC; results and impacts of the CPTC for you; the cost-effectiveness of the program and any alternatives. Feel free to also give your position on the state of the industry and the role of the federal government in the industry. 

MMPIA will need your responses by Friday, June 22nd to shape Manitoba's response!
Please find the questions MMPIA is responding to below!   Please answer these in your reply to Tara Walker by E-mail at tara@mmpia.ca.

Banff, Alberta (CANADA), June 14, 2007 - A slew of new deals was brokered at the 2007 Banff World Television Festival, which wrapped today.  "The market for deal making has reached new heights in BANFF this year

Winnipeg — The National Screen Institute – Canada is looking for Canadian television producers who want to sell their projects to international distributors at MIPCOM in October. Through the NSI Global Marketing program, up to six producers will learn the essentials of selling, pitching, promoting and networking to prepare them for this international marketplace in Cannes, France.

Apply by Thursday, June 28, 4:30 p.m. Central Time.
Guidelines and an application form are available at: www.nsi-canada.ca/global

A quick reminder for any filmmakers: the final deadline to submit any Horror, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Action, and Cult short or feature films to this year’s Toronto After Dark Film Festival, is this coming Friday, June 22.
You can submit online, right up until the deadline, at our festival website:

Documentary on the Rebuilding of New Orleans' Musical Heritage Nets Winnipeg's Frantic Films Prestigious Awards

WINNIPEG, MB. June 15, 2007. Winnipeg's Frantic Films is pleased to announce that the documentary "Music Rising"" has been honoured with an Award of Excellence for Direction and an Honourable Mention for Motivational/Inspirational Documentary at the prestigious Accolade Awards in La Jolla

It may seem early to being celebrating third Friday on June 15th but it
is the third Friday of the month tomorrow.
Please come to the Fort Garry from 5:00 to 7:00 for drinks and snacks to meet with industry members for the last time this season!
This will be the last get together until September.

Last Updated: Tuesday, June 12, 2007 | 1:03 PM ET

Rogers Media is paying $375 million in cash for the five Citytv stations that the CRTC ordered CTVglobemedia to sell late last week.
The purchase will further solidify the presence of Rogers as a major media player in Canada as it adds a national network of TV stations to its already extensive portfolio. 
The Citytv stations — in Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Calgary — had been part of the CHUM Ltd. group, which CTVglobemedia bought for $1.7 billion in 2006.

Source: CBC Website. June 12 2007
http://www.cbc.ca/money/story/2007/06/12/rogerscity.html

Banff World Television Festival's Alberta Film Annual Lunch Awards

Banff, Alberta (Canada), June 11, 2007 – The Banff World Television Festival's guest panelist David Suzuki was the inaugural recipient of a new award, created in his honour, at today's Alberta Film Annual Lunch Awards.

The "David Suzuki Science and Environmental Media Award

” Grand Prize Winner at 28th Annual BWTF"

Montreal, June 11, 2007 — Further to the June 10th announcement by The Honourable Bev Oda, Minister of Canadian Heritage, that the Canada New Media Fund (CNMF) has been renewed for two years at $14.5 million annually, Telefilm Canada would like to inform clients that updated guidelines will be

The Gemini Awards are going to the Prairies! The 22nd Annual Gemini Awards Gala night will be held in Regina, SK, on October 28th, 2007.

Frantic Films Winnipeg is looking for VFX Production AssistantsWe are looking for experienced vfx production assistants/coordinators for Feature Film projects. Our ideal candidates will be highly organized and have the ability to manage and coordinate the flow of work within the VFX department in its entirety and for individual projects as required. The six month position will start early June 2007.

All interested applicants should email their resumes to vfx-employment@franticfilms.com with the subject reading "VFX Production Assistant"". We are only looking for people with legal status to work in Canada.

Or

Last Updated: Monday, June 11, 2007 | 11:20 AM ET

JOB POSTING: Membership Services Assistant

The Winnipeg Film Group has an immediate opening for a permanent, part-time Membership Services Assistant.

SUMMARY OF THE OFFER:

The Membership Services Assistant is a permanent, part-time position with the Winnipeg Film Group, providing a salary of $13,000 for 20 hours weekly (four hours x five days).

In addition, the Winnipeg Film Group offers a competitive benefits package.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested individuals are invited to apply by submitting:

A cover letter that outlines your related skills and experience
A résumé that directly summaries your professional, educational and volunteer experience related to this position
The name and phone numbers of two professional references

APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS CAN BE SENT BY MAIL OR E-MAIL, OR DROPPED OFF

(NO FAXES, PLEASE).

E-mail submissions in Word or PDF formats only, with the subject line Membership Services Assistant, to: cecilia@winnipegfilmgroup.com

Mail or drop-off submissions should be addressed to: Membership Services Assistant Hiring Committee, Winnipeg Film Group, 304 – 100 Arthur Street, Winnipeg MB R3B 1H3

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS: Monday, June 18th @ 4 PM

Strategic Partners '07
10th Annual Co-Production Market
September 14-16, 2007

APPLICATION FORM DEADLINE: July 9, 2007
Spotlight Country: France
Anchor Countries: UK, US and Canada

Effective, relaxed and focused, SP offers countless formal and informal opportunities to kick-start business relationships, move projects forward and help make investments happen.
CONTACT:

CBC's Digital Diversity Deadline: June 29th

Submit your short film or your podcast (audio file), 3 to 8 minutes long.
Documentary, fiction or animated film.
Comedy, drama, crime story, science fiction, etc.

Enter now at www.RCInet.ca/digitaldiversity

Information:
digitaldiversity@rcinet.ca
514-597-4877

Toronto International Film Festival Group (TIFFG) presents THE TALENT LAB Talent Lab....(this program is really selective but well worth the effort - Hint: put together a strong reel!)

TALENT LAB is an artistic development programme during the Toronto International Film Festival that provides emerging Canadian talent with unparalleled educational experience and an introduction to the global community of filmmaking.  Over a four-day period, selected participants have the opportunity to interact with, and learn from, internationally acclaimed filmmakers.  Using the festival's outstanding relationships with world-class filmmakers.  Talent Lab fulfils a tremendous need in the Canadian film industry to provide invaluable and incomparable artistic mentorship and development opportunities to a new generation of Canadian talent.  An Industry Initiative, Talent Lab, now in its 4th year, is presented by the Toronto International Film Festival Group (TIFFG).

Eligibility Requirements
This programme is open to emerging Canadian filmmakers with either one feature film or two short film credits.  You must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.

Participants will be chosen through a jury process.  If you have any further questions, please see the two attached documents in PDF format, contact the Talent Lab at 416-934-3203, or e-mail talentlab@tiffg.ca.

The Talent Lab Initiative is run by STRADA FILMS producers Sandra Cunningham and Brad Fox.  For detailed bios please contact talentlab@tiffg.ca

News release June 8, 2007

Toronto, ON (Canada), June 1, 2007 - nextMEDIA organizers Achilles Media Ltd. are pleased to announce the launch of nextMEDIA – Monetizing Digital Content, the first in a series of new events that will address the highest areas of growth in the digital media industry. This inaugural, two-day event will take place November 21 -22, 2007, at the Diesel Playhouse in Toronto, ON, Canada.

New Media Manitoba
New Media Manitoba (NMM) is seeking a contract position to develop, evaluate and assess training courses for the new media industry in Manitoba.

Interested applicants may submit their confidential résumés/proposals to the attention of
Kevin Hnatiuk via email at: info@newmediamanitoba.com, or via mail:

New Media Manitoba
779 Warsaw Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3M 1B7
CANADA

The Director Observer Program offers opportunities for Manitoba directors to observe other directors at work. The program provides directors with practical insights into a variety of working methods, and increases their knowledge and skills base.

To Apply:
Candidates must submit a completed application form and include the required attachments. Candidates may be asked to participate in an interview with the program coordinator and/or the production company.

Showing at 7.00 PM on Saturday, June 9th 2007 at the The Globe Theatre

After Bush's re-election in 2004, John (Breckin Meyer), a distraught Democrat, decides to move to Canada after receiving a call from "Marry-a-Canadian

Toronto, ON (Canada), May 23, 2007 - Achilles Media Ltd., event organizer of the World Congress of History Producers is pleased to announce Bill Nemtin as the newly-appointed Executive Producer of the WCHP, taking over the role recently vacated by Craig Thompson.

Commencing immediately, Bill will be responsible for overseeing the event, working with the History Advisory Board to plan for the next History Congress which is now scheduled for early 2008.

Brand Upon the Brain!
BY ROGER EBERT / May 18, 2007

Telefilm welcomes your questions and participation in this informal discussion

on film, new media and industry development activities in the Western region.


WHEN: Thursday, May 31st, 2007
              9:00 am – 10:30 am


WHERE: Red River College Theatre - Downtown Campus
                (160 Princess Street – West Entrance)
                Light refreshments to be provided.


IN ATTENDANCE:  Earl Hong Tai (Western Regional Director)
                                 John Dippong (Feature Film Unit Director)
                                 Bill Hurst (Senior Film Analyst)
                                 Trent Smith (New Media Manager – Western Region)


RSVP Questions:  Please contact Allison at

Congratulations to Merit Motion Pictures for your win in Yorkton!

LIFESTLYE PROGRAMS

RECREATING EDEN: Ep.#4051 (The Lost Pears)
Prod: Merit Jensen Carr
Dir: Elise Swerhone
Prod.Co: Merit Motion Pictures

Photo: Merit Jensen Carr, President/Executive Producer, Merit Motion Pictures & Elise Swerhone, Director

Way to go MidCan gang and director Cam Bennet for your win in Yorkton!

SCRIPT - NON-FICTION

Cam Bennett for
AS SEEN ON TV: The K-Tel Story
Prod: Wayne Sheldon/Kevin Dunn/Danielle Audette
Dir: Cam Bennett
Prod.Co: MidCanada Entertainment

Photo: The MidCan gang
Bottom row: Tyson Caron, Cam Bennett, Kim Bell
Middle row: Tony Wytinck, Kyle Irving
Top: Jeff Newman

Congratulations to Lynne Skromeda, Jamie Brown and Don Young of Frantic Films on the win!

DOCUMENTARY – ARTS/CULTURE
MUSIC RISING
Prod: Jamie Brown/Lynne Skromeda
Dir: Don Young
Prod.Co: Frantic Films

Photo: Sandra Picheca, Development and Production Specialist, Documentaries, CTV Television Inc., Lynne Skromeda, Vice-President, Production, Frantic Films, Robert Hardy , Development Manager, Western Independant Production, CTV Television Inc.

WINNIPEG, MB. -- Over 50 Canadian films among a field of over 140 from 19 countries will adorn screens across the Exchange District during the Winnipeg International Film Festival, June 1st to 9th.

There’s plenty to choose from during the nine-day run, including thought-provoking documentaries, adventures in animation, dramatic thrillers, and the odd, well, odd film.

Toronto, Ontario (Canada) - May 22, 2007 - Recognizing one of the most influential and respected figures in the Canadian entertainment industry, and applauding 25 years of what has become one of the most successful and internationally celebrated entertainment franchises, the Banff World Television Festival is pleased to announce Gilbert Rozon and his brainchild, Just For Laughs, will be the joint recipients of the prestigious Sir Peter Ustinov Comedy Award.

The Department of Canadian Heritage invites graduates of film and video training programs to participate in a short online survey that should take less than 15 minutes to complete. Your input and assistance will provide valuable information that will be used to guide decisions about the future of the National Training Program in the Film and Video Sector (NTPFVS). For more information about NTPFVS please go to www.pch.gc.ca.

WIFF starts soon - Friday June 1st to Saturday 9th and is seeking volunteers for this years event!
Screening films of all lengths and genres from all over the world, WIFF will showcase drama, comedy, animation, experimental, documentary, many many shorts -- there's something for everyone! 20 features among 142 films from 19 countries -- 56 Canadian films!

Winnipeg - A select group of 12 young adults from Winnipeg, Dawson City and Siksika Nation in Alberta today begin 14 weeks of intensive film and TV training as part of NSI New Voices. The full-time program run by National Screen Institute - Canada connects young Canadian Aboriginal adults with industry professionals through skills development training and an eight week full-time work placement.

Friday, May 25 & Saturday 26 - 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 27 - 2:00 p.m.
CanWest Global Performing Arts Centre (at The Forks)

Nine is a musical adaptation of the Frederico Fellini film 8 1/2 . Fellini’s essentially autobiographical story concerns the difficulties of the film director Guido Contini, fresh off the greatest hit of his career so far, to endure a midlife crisis that has blocked his creative impulses and entangled him in a web of romantic difficulties. The original 1982 Broadway production was directed by Tommy Tune and starred Raul Julia as Guido, the only man in an otherwise all-female cast. (Actually there is a boy as well - the 9-year-old Guido.) The show won the Tony Award for Best Musical. A 2003 Broadway revival starred Antonio Banderas as Guido and again won a Tony, this time for Best Revival of a musical.

RoseAnna Schick of RAS Creative is being honoured as a finalist at the 2007 Manitoba Women Entrepreneur of the Year Awards in May. More information is available at

Message from Programs Manager Jennifer Dupas
MMPIA is excited to welcome our new Programs Coordinator, Steve Hignell. Steve comes to MMPIA from Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada and starts with us today, May 22nd. In his last capacity as Trade Assistant, he liaised with industry members from all sectors, spanning Arts and Cultural to Aerospace and Environmental, and provided support for several Trade Commissioners. Stephen is a graduate of International Business (Adv.) from Red River College and Economics from the University of Manitoba.

Steve’s email address is

Description:
The Director Observer Program offers opportunities for Manitoba directors to observe other directors at work. The program provides directors with practical insights into a variety of working methods, and increases their knowledge and skills base.

Members and Friends,

MMPIA requested responses from all the political parties running in the current provincial election on their position on the cultural sector, specifically on the motion picture industry.

We are thrilled that all four major parties responded: the NDP was first to respond, then the Green Party, the Liberal Party and finally the PC Party.

PDF of party responses

PS Prairies has 3 job openings - Full Postings attached

1)  Warehouse Worker, full time

2) Equipment technician/maintenance, full time

3) Fleet Manager/Warehouse Assistant, full time

ABORIGINAL
MONUMENT
Prod/Dir:Alain Delannoy
Contact: Alain Delannoy
432 Louis Riel St.
Winnipeg, MB R2H 2G7
(204)237-9404
alain@prairievideo.com


CHILDREN'S PRODUCTIONSTIPI TALES SEASON 2
Prod: Kyle Irving
Dir: Lesley Oswald
Prod.Co: Century Street Distribution
509 Century Street
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0L8
(800)772-0368/(204)772-0360
metches@mts.net


COMEDYMUSIC RISING
Prod: Jamie Brown/Lynne Skromeda
Dir: Don Young
Prod.Co: Frantic Films Live Action Inc.
300-70 Arthur Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1G7
(204)949-0070/(204)949-0050
lskromeda@franticfilms.com


DOCUMENTARY BIOGRAPHY
AS SEEN ON TV: The K-Tel Story
Prod: Wayne Sheldon/Kevin Dunn/Danielle Audette
Dir: Cam Bennett
Prod.Co: MidCanada Entertainment
509 Century Street
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0L8
(204)772-0368/(204)772-0360
kevin@midcan.com


DOCUMENTARY HISTORY DEVIL'S BRIGADE: Episode 4
Prod: Jamie Brown/Lynne Skromeda
Dir: Don Young
Prod.Co: Frantic Films Live Action Inc.
300-70 Arthur Street
Winnipeg , MB R3B 1G7
(204)949-0070/(204)949-0050
lskromeda@franticfilms.com



DOCUMENTARY SCIENCE/MEDICINE
GUINEA PIG: Animal Injections
Prod: Jamie Brown/Lynne Skromeda
Dir: Gordon Carson
Prod.Co: Frantic Films Live Action Inc.
300-70 Arthur Street
Winnipeg , MB R3B 1G7
(204)949-0070/(204)949-0050
lskromeda@franticfilms.com


DOCUMENTARY SERIES
RECREATING EDEN
Prod: Merit Jensen Carr (Manitoban)
Dir: Erna Buffie
Prod.Co: VisionTV (an S-VOX company)
171 East Liberty Street, Suite 230
Toronto, ON M6K 3P6
(416)368-3194/(416)368-9774
estella@s-vox.com



DOCUMENTARY SHORT SUBJECT
THE BOYS WHO CAME TO PLAY
Prod: Joe MacDonald/Jean du Toit
Dir: Robert Huculak
Prod.Co: Buffalo Gal Pictures Inc.
777-70 Arthur Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1G7
(204)956-2777/(204)956-7999
jean@buffalogalpictures.com


LIFESTYLE PROGRAMSRECREATING EDEN: Ep.#4043 (Against All North Atlantic Odds)
Prod: Merit Jensen Carr
Dir: Cam Bennett
Prod.Co: Merit Motion Pictures
248 Princess Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1M2
(519)442-9179/(204)783-2311
jen.jensen@sympatico.ca

RECREATING EDEN: Ep.#4044 (The Renaissance Gardener)
Prod: Merit Jensen Carr
Dir: Gwynne Basen/Cam Bennett/Erna Buffie/Barry Floch/
Barry Lank/Hilary Pryor/Elise Swerhone
Prod.Co: Merit Motion Pictures
248 Princess Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1M2
(519)442-9179/(204)783-2311
jen.jensen@sympatico.ca

RECREATING EDEN: Ep.#4051 (The Lost Pears)
Prod: Merit Jensen Carr
Dir: Elise Swerhone
Prod.Co: Merit Motion Pictures
248 Princess Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1M2
(519)442-9179/(204)783-2311
jen.jensen@sympatico.ca



MULTICULTURAL
THE SHARING CIRCLE: Haida Gwaii - Island of the People
Prod: Lisa Meeches
Dir: Cam Bennett
Prod.Co: Meeches Video Productions Inc.
509 Century Street
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0L8
(800)772-0368/(204)772-0360
metches@mts.net



PERFORMING ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT ABORIGINAL PEOPLES CHOICE MUSIC AWARDS
Prod: Lisa Meeches
Dir: Geoff Johnson
Prod.Co: Eagle Vision Inc.
509 Century Street
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0L8
(800)772-0368/(204)772-0360
metches@mts.net



2007 CRAFT NOMINEES EDITING - NON-FICTION
Bruce Little for
AS SEEN ON TV: The K-Tel Story
Prod: Wayne Sheldon/Kevin Dunn/Danielle Audette
Dir: Cam Bennett
Prod.Co: MidCanada Entertainment
509 Century Street
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0L8
(204)772-0368/(204)772-0360
kevin@midcan.com


OVERALL SOUND - NON-FICTION
Bruce Little for
AS SEEN ON TV: The K-Tel Story
Prod: Wayne Sheldon/Kevin Dunn/Danielle Audette
Dir: Cam Bennett
Prod.Co: MidCanada Entertainment
509 Century Street
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0L8
(204)772-0368/(204)772-0360
kevin@midcan.com


RESEARCH
Julie Hackett/Tobias Duggan for
AS SEEN ON TV: The K-Tel Story
Prod: Wayne Sheldon/Kevin Dunn/Danielle Audette
Dir: Cam Bennett
Prod.Co: MidCanada Entertainment
509 Century Street
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0L8
(204)772-0368/(204)772-0360
kevin@midcan.com


SCRIPT - NON-FICTION
Cam Bennett for
AS SEEN ON TV: The K-Tel Story
Prod: Wayne Sheldon/Kevin Dunn/Danielle Audette
Dir: Cam Bennett
Prod.Co: MidCanada Entertainment
509 Century Street
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0L8
(204)772-0368/(204)772-0360
kevin@midcan.com

Canadian/US producer Blueprint Entertainment has given a major boost to its global expansion plans by taking a 'significant stake' in Canuck distributor Oasis International.

The move will see Blueprint, which has produced drama series such as Whistler and Til Death Do Us Part (aka Love You To Death), build its presence in the worldwide distribution business.

CANNES, May 7, 2007—In support of emerging talent at the 60th Cannes International Film Festival, Kodak is hosting a program designed to provide creative and business opportunities for the next generation of filmmakers. The Kodak Emerging Filmmaker Program is highlighted by the 10th Annual Student Short Film Showcase comprised of films from award-winning new talent. The screening takes place on May 18 at the Espace Miramar at 8 p.m. Additional activities during the five-day program include sessions with industry professionals, company executives, and fellow colleagues who have gathered from around the world.

INDUSTRY ADVISORY
Montreal, May 8, 2007 – Telefilm Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandra Karr as the Corporation’s first-ever National Business Affairs Manager for the English-language feature film market.

The National Business Affairs Manager will oversee the delivery of standard business practices across the feature film teams. Ms. Karr will also support the local feature film teams in complex negotiations and fund management.

The Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA) is collecting information from each of the provincial political parties, to assist you in making your decision to vote in the provincial election on May 22, 2007.

Each of the candidates was sent a questionnaire (see it at mmpia.ca) and asked to respond to the following questions by May 15th:

Members and friends,Earlier today Premier Gary Doer on the election trail made an announcement of new money for film and television production and music. In summary - the NDP is promising further support for:MFS Equity fund: in the amount of $500,000. This is a recommendation MMPIA, ACTRA and MFS have been advocating for. NSI-Canada's New Voices and Story Tellers programs: for $100,000 (Congrats NSI!) Music industry: $200,000 for market access for the recording industry through MFS and MARIA. Urban Arts Program: doubling support to this program for live music, theatre, performing and visual arts programmingEarlier this week a new tax credit for New Media of 40% was also announced. The announcement is available on the NDP website:

Unlimited Talent is currently seeking submissions from ACTORS with a age range of 30 –60 wishing to be considered for Representation.

The Shadow Festival will present its eighth edition from the 20th until the 29th of November 2007. We are proud to have gained a reputation of critical quality within these few years. With our main base in the centre of Amsterdam, we will also hold additional screenings in Arnhem and the Hague.

We are looking for creative documentaries! Maybe you have a film just ready or you know a filmmaker, a producer or a colleague you can pass this message on to?

Date May 19, 2007 | Time 9:00 am – 6:00 pm | Cost $110
Instructor Dave Brown | Location Gateway Gun Club, 871 Gateway Road

Note There is an application process to participate in this workshop. For more info please go to the website:

Schedule available by clicking read more.

Your one-stop shop on the logistical components of getting a short drama off the group
REGISTRATION FEE - $150 for this four-class series.

The fact that CBS is putting the world's most successful TV franchise on Joost represents the biggest vote of confidence in the service yet. Ted Riley, executive MD of international distribution at Alliance Atlantis (AAC), the company behind CSI, tells Jonathan Webdale why he's such a fan of the start-up.

MIPTV 2007: Podcasts of major key note sessions:

http://www.miptv.com/App/homepage.cfm?appname=100526&moduleid=288&linkid=27551 to acces these podcasts.

TORONTO, Canada, May 9, 2007—The Kodak Filmschool Competition is accepting submissions for its eighth annual cinematography contest recognizing the creativity and skills of students in the collaborative process of visual storytelling. Launched in 2000, the competition was initially open to students in Latin American and Asian Pacific countries. With the inclusion of the United States and Canada as a third region, this latest development will see cinematography students competing with their peers within these regions around the globe providing judges with the chance to review entries that reflect diverse cultures and influences.

May 18 | Deadline to apply to the TELUS Interactive Art & Entertainment Program (IAEP) offered by CFC Media Lab. IAEP is Canada's first post-graduate program for new media training and production, based on a philosophy that compelling new media content is created through a collaborative process harnessing a wide range of creative skills, knowledge and talent.

DACAPO Productions is looking for a new Corporate Audio Production Engineer

We are looking for a creative audio engineer to play a key role on our commercial audio production work. The employee will:

From World Screen.com:

Kodak New Vision Fellowship: Call for Applications
Presented in partnership with Kodak Canada Entertainment Imaging

This national initiative provides one Canadian female director with the invaluable opportunity to prepare for the 2007 Toronto International Film Festival (September 2007) through intensive industry coaching and a TIFF bursary, followed by a two-month creative mentorship with an established director.

Women in Film and Television – Toronto (WIFT-T) will host the WIFT International Summit in Toronto at the Park Hyatt Hotel from July 16-19, 2007. Held every two years in a different country, 2007 will mark the first year this event has been held in Toronto.

Just a reminder that the MMPIA administered PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND (for Creative and Business Professionals) assists professional writers, directors, producers and production company staff to access high level industry training and mentorships outside the province with contributions of up to $1000 within Canada and $2000 outside Canada.
GUIDELINES at:

Skill Requirements:
Education: Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.): Not required
Experience: 3 - 5 years

All Those Shiny New Gadgets

Kevin Hnatiuk, New Media Manitoba

Raindance presents:
WRITE and SELL the HOT SCRIPT
Get that script idea out of your head

Toronto
Saturday/Sunday 28/29 April 2007
9:30AM - 6:00PM

Ryerson, School of Image Arts, 122 Bond St - Room 304 (3rd Floor)

BBC's Worldwide ambitions
The internet has brought the BBC's ambition of universality closer to reality than ever before, but it has also brought the conflict between its public service remit and commercial activities into sharper focus. Jonathan Webdale hears the strategic view from the corporation's digital leaders on both sides of the fence.

Within a couple of weeks of putting programme excerpts on YouTube, the BBC witnessed more than 120,000 views of a clip featuring naturalist David Attenborough looking at the lyre bird, a native of Australia capable of mimicking any sound it hears.

Celebrating 60 years of Excellence and Diversity

This year the Yorkton Short Film & Video Festival is host to numerous exciting events.

Registration for the 2007 Yorkton Short Film & Video Festival is now open.

Delegates can register online at

Next Session runs from Thursday, May 10, 2007 - Thursday, July 26, 2007 (7pm - 10pm)
Cost - $180.00 (plus GST) Monthly
$499.00 if paid in advance. A saving of over $40.00!
Instructor – Nancy Drake working in cooperation with daCapo Productions.

Telefilm Canada, CBC Television, The Rogers Group of Funds and the National Film Board of Canada announce partnership for renewed Theatrical Documentary Pilot ProgramMontreal, April 25, 2007 – Telefilm Canada, together with partners CBC Television, The Rogers Group of Funds and the National Film Board of Canada, is pleased to announce the one-year renewal of the Theatrical Documentary Pilot Program, with funds in excess of $2 million, for the production and completion of feature-length documentaries intended for Canadian theatrical release. The continuation of this program is a direct response to discussions with the Canada Feature Film Fund industry Working Groups and documentary filmmaking communities, and addresses the needs of each market.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
The SUMMER INSTITUTE OF FILM AND TELEVISION is offering you a discount for any one of the workshops offered during the week of May 29 to June 3, 2007 in Ottawa.
Register and pay for one of the over 20 SIFT 2007 workshops by Tuesday, May 1, and receive a discount on your registration fees.
All fees include full tuition for your workshop, all screenings, panel discussions, social functions and networking events held throughout the week.

From C21: BBC's Worldwide ambitions
The internet has brought the BBC's ambition of universality closer to reality than ever before, but it has also brought the conflict between its public service remit and commercial activities into sharper focus. Jonathan Webdale hears the strategic view from the corporation's digital leaders on both sides of the fence.

Within a couple of weeks of putting programme excerpts on YouTube, the BBC witnessed more than 120,000 views of a clip featuring naturalist David Attenborough looking at the lyre bird, a native of Australia capable of mimicking any sound it hears.

Clips of Top Gear, the broadcaster's flagship motoring show, meanwhile, were viewed 2.5 million times during the same period. While the latter's popularity may well have been expected, the lyre bird's was proof of concept for BBC Worldwide's (BBCWW) director of digital media, Simon Danker (left).

Original Pictures and Insight Productions announced on Friday that there will not be a third season of the series Falcon Beach. The series has sold in 115 territories world wide. Global Television offered to be involved in a third season but in a reduced capacity because the show did not receive the ratings it wanted in the 18-49 demographic. ABC Family in the US found that the show was strong with the teen audience but they too wanted the 18 and older group in greater numbers. The producers emphasized the talent and hard work that went into the Winnipeg-shot show and shared the credit for its international success with everyone involved. "It is always sad when a show ends

BBC Director General Mark Thompson to Accept Banff World Television Festival 2007 Outstanding Achievement Award on Behalf of the BBC
Toronto, Canada, April 23, 2007 – The Banff World Television Festival will present its 2007 Outstanding Achievement Award to the British Broadcasting Corporation on Sunday, June 10, 2007, at the Fairmont Springs, in Banff, Canada. The BBC will be honoured for its high-quality programming and overall contribution to the television industry. Mark Thompson, Director General of the BBC will attend BWTVF to accept the award, and to take part in a Question and Answer session at the close of BWTVF’s sister event, nextMEDIA – The Future of Digital Content, on Sunday June 10, that will be attended by delegates from both events.

Canadian Screen Training Centre presents:
The 27th Annual SUMMER INSTITUTE OF FILM AND TELEVISION (SIFT) May 29 to June 3, 2007 in Ottawa

FEATURED WORKSHOP
THE MAKING OF …BON COP, BAD COP with Kevin Tierney (producer) and Érik Canuel (director) This innovative, cross-discipline workshop will give participants an exclusive, inside look at this record-breaking film. You will spend one day with producer Kevin Tierney and one day with director Erik Canuel, providing you with insider tips and knowledge from the best in the business.

Canada Feature Film Fund 2007-2008
Writer’s First Program and Programme d’aide à l’écriture de scénarios

Montreal, April 20, 2007 – Telefilm Canada wishes to remind the industry that the guidelines for the Writer’s First Program were modified in October 2006, further to consultation with the Canada Feature Film Fund Working Group. The changes are designed to align the Program more closely with the From Script to Screen policy objectives and industry needs by chiefly focusing resources on promising screenwriters.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

"Go ahead

Film Training Manitoba seeks Aboriginal Liaison Officer
Six-month term

Aboriginal Liaison Officer, six-month term position (May 1, 2007 to Nov.1, 2007) with possible extension.
Film Training Manitoba is seeking a highly motivated individual to coordinate and implement strategies to bridge the needs of the film industry and the Aboriginal community.

The Winnipeg Film Group is pleased to present the GARY BURNS programming series, May 4 - 6, 2007.
Gary is a master of truly independent feature film in Canada, defying the odds to create feature films that are both critically-successful and that allow him to make a living at the same time – a rare feat to achieve. Join Gary for a Master Directors' workshop where he will talk about his experience and his process for making the unachievable in feature film, achievable.
If you would like to get a major narrative (drama, comedy, etc.) short or feature film off the ground - this is the workshop series for you!

14th Annual National Aboriginal Achievement Awards were held on March 16, 2007 in Edmonton at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Congratulations to MMPIA member and Eagle Vision President, Lisa Meeches who claimed this prestigious award in the Media and Communications category. Lisa was recognizers for contributions and her help to "lead Aboriginal media into the mainstream by exposing the ‘truth’

Company name: Retail Productions Inc.
Project name: Retail
Genre: Drama (pilot)
Shoot dates (pre- & post-production not to be included): April 15-19
Where shooting (city/cities): Winnipeg
Production office phone number: 204-953-1111

Company name: GP TV II Productions Inc.
Project name: Guinea Pig (Season 2)
Genre: Documentary
shoot dates: March 28 – August 1
Where shooting (city/cities): Various across North America
Production office phone number: 204-949-0070

Company name: Money Test IV Productions Inc.
Project name: Til Debt Do Us Part (Season 4)
Genre: Lifestyle
Shoot dates: April 2 – July 31
Where shooting (city/cities): GTA
Production office phone number: 416-595-5005

Company name: Money Test V Productions Inc.
Project name: Til Debt Do Us Part (Season 5)
Genre: Lifestyle
Shoot dates: August 6 – November 30
Where shooting (city/cities): TBD
Production office phone number: 416-595-5005

Over 800 Entries from 38 Countries and Territories

Cannes (France), April 15, 2007 – The Banff World Television Festival, in partnership with Alberta Film, is pleased to announce the nominees for the Banff World Television Awards, the annual international television program competition which this year attracted more than 800 entries across 20 categories.
The award winners will be announced at the 28th Banff World Television Awards Show, presented in partnership with CanWest MediaWorks, at the Fairmont Banff Springs, in Banff Canada, on Monday, June 11, 2007. A complete list of nominees for the 2007 Banff World Television Festival follows this release.

What does the younger generation feel about immigration in Canada?
What would they have to say about immigration?

The competition is open to Canadians and Canadian permanent residents between 18 and 35.
Enter now and spread the word!

Deadline for entries: June 29th, 2007
Over $16,000 in prizes to be won!

Friday, April 13th, 2007 the Kings Head was the place to be! Folks from all areas of the industry came out and networked and had a great evening of food and drink! It was great to see some new MMPIA members out along with our some of our long time members. The next First Fridays is coming up quick and we would love to see you there! Mark May 4th on your calendars and watch for the reminders via email! Special thanks to our sponsors PS Prairies and the Kings Head Pub!

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 11, 2007 You are invited to apply to the GO WEST Project Lab, an intense 1-week creative and business immersion experience held in Whistler June 18-22, 2007. This project lab is intended to advance a producer’s dramatic feature project, facilitate relationships and collaboration on and investment in film projects that have US & international appeal.
Up to six producers in this inaugural year will be invited to participate in the 2007 GO WEST Project Lab. A selection committee consisting of CFC & WFF Reps as well as two additional industry professionals will vet the applications and shortlist for further consideration by a key international sales representative.

Want to learn the business of making movies?

The Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA) and Film Training Manitoba (FTM) are pleased to present the 2007 Management and Business Skills Workshop Series.

Creating Compelling Media Brands: A Primer for Media Executives and Entrepreneurs
Dates :             Friday and Saturday, April 20 & 21, 2007
Time:               10:00am – 5:00pm
Instructors:    Lanis Anthony, Creative Consortium Inc. 
                          Kelly Elwood, Senior VP, Cookie Jar Entertainment
Location:         TBD
Cost:                $150.00
To Apply:         Please submit your resume by: Tuesday, April 17 to FTM's Brent Deere at 
                          

Reporting to the Manager of Programming, Central Region in Winnipeg, we have an opportunity for an experienced individual who will be responsible for coordinating and approving all deliverables within the Programming Department.

Happy Hour prices (for domestic bottled and draft beer) are in effect!
Snacks will be provided.
No King’s Head membership card required. Just tell them
‘You’re with the party upstairs!'

Montreal, April 5, 2007 - ShowCanada 2007 is the annual convention in which Canadian exhibitors congregate for meetings, screenings and seminars with North American distributors. It is the exhibition industry’s foremost trade show where Canadian producers can attend to develop their relationship with the exhibition and distribution community. This year’s edition, with an expected 560+ delegates, will be held in Niagara Falls, Ontario, April 25 – 27, 2007.

Who Loves The Sun hits theatres in Winnipeg, Toronto, Vancouver & Montreal this coming Friday, April 6th.  Who Loves The Sun plays in Winnipeg at The Grant Park theatre. Official Web Site...

This one-day workshop will introduce fundamental leadership principles and specific strategies for taking control of your media business and your future.

                                Dates:                Friday, April 13, 2007
                                Time:                 9:00am – 5:00pm
                                Instructor:       Janet Eastwood, President
                                                           Two Red Chairs Leadership Coaching

This national competitive program gives one talented Canadian female or male producer of a visible minority or Aboriginal group the invaluable opportunity to prepare for the 2007 Banff World Television Festival through an intensive three-month market mentorship and festival bursary. The BWTVF experience is comprehensive, allowing the award winner to take full advantage of the business and creative opportunities available at this world-class festival.

The deadline for applications is Monday, May 7, 2007 at 5pm EST.

NEWS FROM BANFF WORLD TV FESTIVAL | June 10 - 13, 2007
Bird Deadline: The Last of the Last ChancesOver 100,000 Dollars in Pitching MoneyNSI Pitch Your TV Project 360! Your Trip to BWTVF Just Got CheaperApply for the Global Television Writers Apprentice Award by April 20th Fly Carbon-neutral to the Banff World Television Festival

UPDATE FROM MIPTV
FOUR DAYS OF VISIONARY KEYNOTES, EMPASSIONED ADS AND MOBILE STIMULATIONS, UNMISSABLE EVENTS & MIPTV PREVIEW GOES DIGITAL.

The National Screen Institute is looking for 12 talented people, aged 18 to 35, for its NSI New Voices training program which connects young Canadian Aboriginal people with film and television professionals through skills development training and an eight week full-time work placement in the industry.

Apply by Monday, May 7, 2007, 4:30 p.m.Central Time.

Online search giant Google has taken its first major step into the TV ad market, partnering with EchoStar to buy, sell, deliver and measure spots across the 125 channels on its Dish Network satellite platform.

The deal represents the first time Google's advertising technology has been deployed to a national TV audience, with the aim of delivering more relevant and measurable ads.

News Corp and NBC Universal are teaming up to launch what the duo are describing at "the largest internet video distribution network ever assembled

Winnipeg — The National Screen Institute – Canada is calling for applications from talented Canadian writer/producer teams ready to develop their television series idea through the NSI Totally Television training program.

Apply for the program by May 15, 2007, 4:30 p.m. Central Time.

The Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA) announces the following Board of Directors was elected at the Association’s Annual General Meeting on November 3rd to serve for the 2006/2007 year.

The Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA) announces the appointment Tara Walker as the new Executive Director. Tara served as the Interim Executive Director from July to November. In her new permanent role, Tara will be at the forefront of industry development, advocacy efforts, membership services development, fundraising initiatives, and the overall financial and administrative management of the Association and its programs.

The Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA) and Film Training Manitoba (FTM) are pleased to announce they will be moving into a shared office space on Albert Street as of April 24, 2006.

Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA) will lead a group of Manitoba producers and industry representatives to Cardiff, Dublin and London and then on to the International Documentary Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) over approximately 11 to 13 days in November.

Winnipeg, Manitoba. Manitoba's television industry was awarded four Gemini Awards over the past three nights in Toronto, the first installments of Gemini Awards to be handed out prior to the 21st Gemini Broadcast Gala on November 4, 2006 in British Columbia.

Through the Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA) six leading Manitoban producers are about to set out on a business mission to the United Kingdom, Ireland and the International Documentary Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) 2006 – entitled CINEBRIDGE: Manitoba International Mission 2006. The objective of the mission is to build connections needed to sell world rights to their productions and to seek co-production opportunities. This trade mission marks the fourth international market exploration for MMPIA.

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MMPIA has contracted the Tunnelwood Group to conduct a full survey of our members and key partners on MMPIA. We're looking for feedback on what we do, who we serve, what benefits we offer, and what we could be doing in the future.

A Call for Listings for the 2007 edition of the Guide has been released. As with last year, we're accepting listings online at:

The Manitoba Motion Picture Industry Association (MMPIA), is pleased to announce the appointments of Angie Lamirande to the position of Membership and Marketing Coordinator and Jennifer Dupas as Programs Manager.

MMPIA is announcing a call for applications for: