POP Montreal has officially unveiled its full 2025 lineup of showcasing artists, and this year British Columbia will be strongly represented through an ongoing partnership with Music BC. The collaboration highlights some of the province’s most exciting and innovative talent, offering artists from B.C. the opportunity to connect with international audiences and industry leaders on one of Canada’s most dynamic festival stages.
You can catch So Sus, BAWAH, and AHSIA this September 25th, lighting up the stage at Casa Del Popolo.
Planning a trip to POP 2025? Don’t miss the Music BC Mingler ahead of the showcase:
Date: September 25th, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Casa Del Popolo
Followed by Music BC Showcase (Ticketed Event).
RSVP FOR OUR MINGLER HERE
From September 3, 2025, delegates from British Columbia will attend Content Canada in Toronto, supported by Creative BC’s Passports to Markets program.
Content Canada is a leading gathering for Canadian content creators, producers, distributors, platforms, and commissioners focused on the rapidly evolving “new content economy.”
The one-day event, hosted at The Globe and Mail Centre, features multiple headline strands designed to address future-oriented trends: Create Canada (for producers becoming creators in a digital-first world), The AI Festival (exploring ethical AI, production technology, and strategic content innovation), International Co-production Focus, and Content Trends & Strategies.
Through the Passports to Markets program, Creative BC provides targeted travel support that enables B.C.-based creative media professionals to access these high-value opportunities. This investment helps local producers and companies expand their international networks, secure co-production and financing partnerships, and strengthen B.C.’s visibility and competitiveness in the global screen industry. Learn more about the Passports to Markets program.
Delegates from British Columbia
UNITY PICTURES GROUP, Ron French
From September 4-14, 2025, delegates from B.C. will attend the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in Toronto, Ontario, supported by the Passports to Markets program. The program provides travel support to B.C.-based creative media professionals, helping them access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
Congratulations to the three films that will be present from British Columbia filmmakers and companies!
Delegates from British Columbia
Ambrose Okundaye – DLite Pictures
Brian Hamilton – Omnifilm
Derik Murray – Network Entertainment
Jonathan Kyle Mann – Independent Edge Films
Kristyn Stilling – Instilling Entertainment
Lori Watt – Triquele Productions
Lynn Booth – Make Believe Media
Mark Ratzlaff
Mostafa Keshvari
Ron French – Unity Pictures Group
Sammie Astaneh – Service Street Pictures
Scott Allan – BC Production Office Inc.
Sean Harris Oliver
Sepideh Yadegar
Steph Song – Werewolves of London Productions Inc.
Stephen Hegyes – Reality Distortion Field
Tchadas Leo – TSL Enterprises Ltd./CHEK Media
Thea Loo
Trish Neufeld
Films Present from B.C. Filmmakers
MEADOWLARKS | TIFF Special Presentation | World Premiere
HOLY DAYS | TIFF Industry Selects
YOUNGBLOOD | TIFF Centerpiece Strand | World Premiere
Between August 20 and 24, 2025, British Columbia’s acclaimed video game companies will be in attendance at Gamescom 2025, among industry giants such as Nintendo, Xbox, Ubisoft, and Sega. Hosted in Cologne, Germany, Gamescom is the world’s largest gaming event, a trade fair that attracted 32,000 trade visitors and 1,463 exhibitors from 120 countries at its 2024 edition.
Over five days, the Koelnmesse exhibition center will become a hub for thoughtful discussions and visionary panels. The space will feature public areas for game demos and esports events, a business area focused on networking and press, as well as the Opening Night Live, a globally streamed event through which major game publishers and developers reveal new game premieres, trailers, and announcements.
Canada Pavilion
British Columbia’s tech sector will be present at Gamescom 2025 at the Canada Pavilion, a shared space for Canadian companies to network, meet with buyers, contacts, and partners. A powerhouse of innovation and storytelling, B.C.’s interactive and digital media industry is one of the most dynamic engines in the B.C. economy and is a key driver of skilled jobs that will define the future of the province. From major companies to indie studios, B.C.’s gaming scene is vibrant and ever-evolving. Here are the video game companies from British Columbia that will be in attendance:
Spielfabrique MATCH Program
What If Games Inc., No Hero Digital, Maggie’s Farm Incorporated, and Blackbird Interactive will also participate in the . MATCH is a yearly program with a mission to support studios in their coproduction project, to match them with compatible indie studios, and foster interaction between studios from different countries. After the meetings and intentions are settled, MATCH facilitates the process of coproduction development by bringing expertise in the field during exclusive workshops. Whether seeking partners or resources, MATCH propels studios towards success, nurturing creativity and enabling global recognition.” Learn more about Gamescom on their website.
Read about B.C.’s Interactive Digital Media industry on the Creative BC website.
The 2025 program will kick off in October 2025 with curated workshops, in-person meetings, and 1:1 mentorship across 1 month. The program will include two in-person weeks in Los Angeles. The programming will take place the weeks of October 6, 2025, and October 27, 2025.
This edition of the CCA will focus on production companies working in the horror film space that have received pre-development funding. Applicants should be established Canadian production companies with a varied slate of projects. A current project will be the main reference for selection. A jury of LA-based industry professionals will select 5 companies whose lead project has the most likelihood for success in the US market.
The lead project needs to be a horror film.
To be considered for this year’s cohort, your company needs to:
- Be domiciled in Canada
- Have previously produced horror films or films that have received international distribution.
- Be able to commit an executive to participate in two weeks of in-market, in-person program in the US in LA in October 2025.
Throughout this period, participants will have a unique opportunity to gain access to influential producers, financiers, distributors, and management companies in the US. Participants will take part in conversations with industry experts, networking event,s and one-on-one meetings. Only those who can commit to the full scope of the program should apply. All programming for this upcoming cohort will be in English.
Applications will be open until August 22, 2025 and the cohort will have a target announcement date of August 29, 2025. The announcement may be pushed to early September 2025, due to judging requirements.
We encourage applicants to apply in English, given that the judges are LA-based and we cannot assure that they will read or understand French. That said, if you would like to submit an application in French please email cal.info@international.gc.ca to discuss how we can best translate the application for the English judges.
If this program benefits your company and you qualify, we encourage you to apply below!!
LINK TO CCA HORROR APPLICATION
From July 23 to 26, three delegates from B.C. will attend Frontières International Co-Production Market in Montreal supported by the Passports to Markets program. The program provides travel support to B.C.-based creative media professionals, helping them access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
Organized by the Fantasia International Film Festival, in partnership with the Marché du Film – Festival de Cannes, the 17th edition of Frontières is an international co-production market and networking platform focused on financing and co-production of genre films between Europe and North America. The B.C. delegation will connect with industry professionals and explore new co-production opportunities.
Delegates from British Columbia
Creative BC is accepting applications for multiple markets happening in 2025 via the Passport to Markets program, which provides travel support to B.C.-based film, TV, digital media, media producers, sales agents, and book publishers. These creative media professionals are able to access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
The program provides access to markets all year round. More markets will be accessible via the program .
Upcoming Markets
Asia Contents and Film Market
Busan, Korea
Market Dates: September 20-23, 2025
Open for applications: June 30, 2025
Application deadline: July 14, 2025
The Animation Conference (TAC)
Ottawa, Canada
Market Dates: September 24-26, 2025
Open for applications: July 7, 2025
Application deadline: July 21, 2025
MIPCOM
Cannes, France
Market Dates: October 13-16, 2025
Open for applications: July 28, 2025
Application deadline: August 11, 2025
American Film Market (AFM)
Las Vegas, USA
Market Dates: November 11-16, 2025
Open for applications: August 25, 2025
Application deadline: September 8, 2025
DOC NYC
New York, USA
Market Dates: November 12-30, 2025
Open for applications: August 25, 2025
Application deadline: September 8, 2025
IDFA Forum
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Market Dates: November 16-19, 2025
Open for applications: August 25, 2025
Application deadline: September 8, 2025
Film Bazaar
Mumbai, India
Market Dates: November 20-24, 2025
Open for applications: September 2, 2025
Application deadline: September 16, 2025
Content London
London, United Kingdom
Market Dates: December 1-4, 2025
Open for applications: September 8, 2025
Application deadline: September 22, 2025
Asia TV and Forum Market
Singapore
Market Dates: December 3-5, 2025
Open for applications: September 8, 2025
Application deadline: September 22, 2025
World Congress of Science and Factual Producers
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Market Dates: December 8-11, 2025
Open for applications: September 8, 2025
Application deadline: September 22, 2025
View eligibility and apply here.
From July 7 to 13, British Columbia is heading to Ireland for Dublin programming and Galway Film Fleadh, supported by Creative BC, the Canadian Media Producers Association BC Producers Branch, and The Whistler Film Festival Society.
Founded in 1989, the Galway Film Fleadh showcases bold new films and unites filmmakers and audiences worldwide in a shared passion for film. The delegation will take part in panels and info sessions covering topics such as Canadian financing ideas, the Canada-Ireland audiovisual co-production treaty, and more. They will also engage in B2B meetings, studio visits, and networking to explore new collaboration and pitching opportunities.
Delegates from British Columbia
Producers Lab International: The Emerald Lens Delegation
Michael Osbourne – SJO Productions
Creative BC is accepting applications for multiple 2025 markets via the Passport to Markets program, which provides travel support to B.C.-based film, TV, digital media, media producers, sales agents, and book publishers. These creative media professionals are able to access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
Frontières International Co-Production Market
Montreal, Canada
Market Dates: July 23 – July 26, 2025
Open for applications: June 19, 2025
Application deadline: July 2, 2025
Gamescom
Cologne, Germany
Market Dates: August 20-24, 2025
Open for applications: June 19, 2025
Application deadline: July 2, 2025
PLAY NYC
New York, USA
Market Dates: August 21-24, 2025
Open for applications: June 19, 2025
Application deadline: July 2, 2025
FAME Week Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
Market Dates: September 1-6, 2025
Open for applications: June 19, 2025
Application deadline: July 2, 2025
Content Canada
Toronto, Canada
Market Dates: September 3, 2025
Open for applications: June 19, 2025
Application deadline: July 2, 2025
International Financing Forum
Toronto, Canada
Market Dates: September 7-8, 2025
Open for applications: June 19, 2025
Application deadline: July 2, 2025
View eligibility and apply here.
Gamescom is an annual trade show in Cologne, Germany. It is Europe’s most important trade show for interactive entertainment, and the largest gaming event in the world. Through the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS), Canada has had a strong presence at Gamescom in recent years. More than 80 Canadian companies and organizations have participated, representing eight provinces.
The Canada Pavilion is a shared lounge and meeting space for Canadian companies to:
- network
- meet with buyers and contacts
- connect with partners at Gamescom
All Canadian companies and groups attending can use the Canada Pavilion. It serves as a venue for networking receptions hosted by our partners.
Details
Event Type: Trade Show
Date: August 20 to 24, 2025
Location: Cologne, Germany
Venue: Cologne Event Hall
Industry(ies): Creative industries
Registration deadline: August 01, 2025
Time commitment: 4 days
Who should apply: Canadian companies, associations, organizations, and individuals in the video game industry, or related industries
The TCS in Berlin will create an online company directory of the participating Canadian companies through MeetToMatch. This directory will show the products and services of the Canadian delegation, giving participants greater visibility.
Learn more and apply now
From June 8 to 11, 13 delegates from B.C. will attend BANFF World Media Festival 2025 in Alberta supported by the Passports to Markets program. The program provides travel support to B.C.-based creative media professionals, helping them access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
The 46th edition of BANFF World Media Festival offers a unique space where partnerships are forged, and new films and series are pitched, developed, and greenlit across scripted, unscripted, and kids content. Each year, the festival brings together industry professionals from over 50 countries, establishing itself as an unparalleled international marketplace.
Delegates from British Columbia
Wapanatahk Media Inc. – Shirley McLean
Curious Features Inc. – Judith Pyke
Young Fellows Pictures – Olivia Fellows
Free Form Productions – Andrea Fehsenfeld
Less Bland Productions Inc. – Leslie Bland
Unity Pictures Group – Ron French
Dlite Pictures Entertainment Inc. – Ambrose Okundaye
Krista Gruen
John Alexander Cook Peralta
Latif Ullah
Reign Films Inc. – Magali Gillon-Krizaj
Kate Green Productions Inc. – Kate Green
New Diamond Film Inc. – Milton Ng
Discover #BCFilm
• Creative BC Industry Insights and Supports
• World-Class Service
• Inclusive Career Pathways
• Climate Action
• 8 Regional Film Commissions
• Financial Incentives
• Funding Programs
• Co-Production Opportunities with over 60 countries
Land Acknowledgement
Our motion picture industry gratefully acknowledges the lands, languages and cultures of the 34 First Nations that are Indigenous to what is now called British Columbia. Visit native-land.ca to learn about your home on native land and how we in the industry can follow On-Screen Protocols and Pathways.
From June 10 to 13, Flying Kraken Creative Studios’ Rose-Ann Tisserand will attend Annecy International Animation Film Market 2025 in France through the Passports to Markets program. The program provides travel support to B.C.-based creative media professionals, helping them access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
The festival offers audiences the opportunity to discover the latest masterpieces in animated filmmaking through its official selection, while also inviting them to dive into the creative process with exclusive work-in-progress sessions and in-depth conversations with industry professionals. Also, the festival provides filmmakers with a dynamic platform to explore emerging trends, connect with industry professionals, and forge new partnerships in an environment that champions dialogue, collaboration, and creative exchange.
Land Acknowledgement
Our motion picture industry gratefully acknowledges the lands, languages and cultures of the 34 First Nations that are Indigenous to what is now called British Columbia. Visit native-land.ca to learn about your home on native land and how we in the industry can follow On-Screen Protocols and Pathways.
From June 23-26, five delegates from B.C. will attend Sunnyside of the Doc 2025 in La Rochelle through the Passports to Markets program. The program provides travel support to B.C.-based creative media professionals, helping them access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
As an international marketplace and community dedicated to both linear and non-linear documentaries, the 36th edition of the Sunnyside of the Doc serves as a global platform for showcasing distinctive and impactful documentary projects, supporting them in securing international co-production partners and funding opportunities.
Delegates from British Columbia
Barbara Hager Creative Ltd. – Barbara Hager
Wavelength Entertainment – Jeff Stecyk
Real People Real Stories Inc. – Priyanka Desai
Blue Plate Productions – Alan Goldman
Canazwest Pictures Inc. – Patricia Sims
Discover #BCFilm
• Creative BC Industry Insights and Supports
• World-Class Service
• Inclusive Career Pathways
• Climate Action
• 8 Regional Film Commissions
• Financial Incentives
• Funding Programs
• Co-Production Opportunities with over 60 countries
Land Acknowledgement
Our motion picture industry gratefully acknowledges the lands, languages and cultures of the 34 First Nations that are Indigenous to what is now called British Columbia. Visit native-land.ca to learn about your home on native land and how we in the industry can follow On-Screen Protocols and Pathways.
From May 14 – 17, three B.C. artists — NADUH, Sam Tudor and The Jins — will attend The Great Escape Festival in Brighton, U.K. through Music BC‘s Live Music Trade Initiatives supported by Creative BC. These initiatives support the growth of business opportunities for B.C. artists and music industry professionals through a range of domestic and international trade missions and showcase events.
As the festival for new music, The Great Escape showcases 450 emerging artists from around the world in more than 30 venues throughout Brighton, including a pop-up festival site on Brighton Beach. It is widely regarded as a prime destination for discovering new talent in an intimate setting — before artists go on to perform on major festival stages.
About B.C.’s Music + Sound Recording Industry
B.C. is the third-largest centre for music production in Canada, with a large, diverse talent pool of artists, business-minded professionals, 200+ sound recording studios, and 80+ record labels. B.C.’s vast industry ecosystem is proving its value delivery not only to culture, identity, and community.
Learn more.
Land Acknowledgement
Our creative sector gratefully acknowledges the lands, languages, and cultures of over 200 distinct First Nations and 34 language and cultural groups upon whose homelands B.C.’s creative industries work and live. Visit native-land.ca to learn about your home on native land.
This delegation is supported by Music BC
From May 13 to 21, over 40 people from B.C., will attend Marché du Film 2025, including 10 delegates supported by the Passports to Markets program, celebrating cinematic excellence, supporting the film industry, and honouring the year’s best films. The program provides travel support to B.C.-based creative media professionals, helping them access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
Delegates from British Columbia
Attending via Creative BC’s Passport to Markets
Christine Haebler from Terminal City Pictures Inc.
Yael Carnet from Studio Marginal Films Inc.
Christian Bruyere from Mystique Films Ltd.
Alexander Lasheras from Soler Pictures Inc.
Trish Dolman from Screen Siren Pictures Inc.
Tina T. Pehme from Honalee Productions (Sepia Films)
Vince Damato from Darkside Releasing
Graem Luis from BPC Entertainment Inc.
Alex Soldatov from Mowa Productions Inc.
Emily Alden from Pitchblack Pictures Inc
Presence from British Columbia
With a diverse film market featuring numerous screenings, 600 exhibitors across Cannes, 250 industry events, and more than 20 tailored industry programs, the Marché du Film will showcase exceptional B.C. productions, including documentaries featured as part of the Canada Showcase in Cannes Docs on May 16.
Also, powered by Telefilm Canada, Canada: Not Short on Talent 2025 will screen B.C. shorts at the festival, offering fresh and captivating stories from rising Canadian filmmakers.
On May 16, at the Canada Pavilion, there will be a panel titled “Canada: Partner of Choice – Maximizing Coproduction Opportunities,” featuring Creative BC’s CEO, Prem Gill, as a panelist.
Then on May 19, Prem Gill will moderate the panel “International Sustainability Initiatives & Benefits for Copros,” highlighting sustainability efforts across different territories, along with the benefits and opportunities for co-productions.
Also on May 19, Creative BC CEO Prem Gill and BC Film Commissioner Marnie Gee will represent the BC Film Commission at Creative BC at the 2025 Global Production Awards, which is shortlisted for Film Commission of the Year.
Additionally, supported by the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO), B.C. producer Rylan Friday from Terror Fox Productions will attend the Producers Network Official Breakfast on May 15.
Films from British Columbia
Canada Showcase in Cannes Docs | Docs-in-Progress
Discover #BCFilm
• Creative BC Industry Insights and Supports
• World-Class Service
• Inclusive Career Pathways
• Climate Action
• 8 Regional Film Commissions
• Financial Incentives
• Funding Programs
• Co-Production Opportunities with over 60 countries
Land Acknowledgement
Our motion picture industry gratefully acknowledges the lands, languages and cultures of the 34 First Nations that are Indigenous to what is now called British Columbia. Visit native-land.ca to learn about your home on native land and how we in the industry can follow On-Screen Protocols and Pathways.
From April 24 through May 4, four B.C. creators will attend Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival (Hot Docs), the largest North American documentary festival, conference, and market —with support from Creative BC’s Passport to Markets program. The program provides travel support to B.C.-based creative media professionals, helping them access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
Each year, Hot Docs presents over 200 cutting-edge films from around the world, with B.C. productions among those featured this year. The festival celebrates the art of documentary filmmaking through its exceptional showcases and by creating production opportunities for documentary filmmakers.
Delegates from British Columbia
Films from British Columbia
This year, four motion picture professionals from British Columbia attended the 2025 Black Screen Office Symposium 2025 with support from Creative BC’s Domestic Industry Initiatives. These initiatives aim to support initiatives that foster and encourage industry development by investing in activities that develop and innovate B.C.’s creative ecosystem such as education and training initiatives, research that measures jobs and opportunity, and industry conferences.
Held on April 1, the symposium featured inspiring keynotes and interviews, hands-on workshops and roundtables, dynamic performances and parties, as well as impactful networking opportunities.
his program supports initiatives that foster and encourage industry development by investing in activities that develop and innovate B.C.’s creative ecosystem such as education and training initiatives, research that measures jobs and opportunity, and industry conferences.
Delegates from British Columbia
MATCH is a yearly program powered by SpielFabrique, offering video game studios an incredible opportunity to connect with compatible partners from different countries and elevate their projects through coproduction.
MATCH fosters studio development through three key pillars centred around coproduction: education, collaboration, and project support. Participants gain access to expert workshops, funding opportunities, and exposure to European talent, which can significantly boost their project’s potential.
Interested studios can access the video here to join the informational webinar and discover how MATCH can support their goals and help bring their projects to life.
Submit your application by August 15 through the official website.
The Export-Ready Stream (ERS) of the Creative Export Canada (CEC) program is designed to support export-ready projects through contributions. The program aims to increase export profitability and expand the international reach of Canada’s creative industries.
To learn more about the program, you can attend a free webinar on March 27, 2025, at 10:30am PT. Simply register by sending an email to creativeexportcanada-exportationcreativecanada@pch.gc.ca.
The application deadline is April 23, 2025. Learn more on the official website.
Creative BC is accepting applications for multiple 2025 markets via the Passport to Markets program, which provides travel support to B.C.-based film, TV, digital media, media producers, sales agents, and book publishers. These creative media professionals are able to access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
Hot Docs (Deal Maker + Works-in-Progress)
Toronto, Canada
Market Dates: April 24 – May 4, 2025
Open for applications: March 5, 2025
Application deadline: March 19, 2025
Marché du Film
Cannes, France
Market Dates: May 13 – May 21, 2025
Open for applications: March 5, 2025
Application deadline: March 19, 2025
Banff World Media Festival
Banff, Canada
Market Dates: June 8 – June 11, 2025
Open for applications: March 5, 2025
Application deadline: March 19, 2025
Annecy International Animation Film Market (MIFA)
Annecy, France
Market Dates: June 8 – June 14, 2025
Open for applications: March 5, 2025
Application deadline: March 19, 2025
Sunnyside of the Doc
La Rochelle, France
Market Dates: June 23 – June 26, 2025
Open for applications: March 5, 2025
Application deadline: March 19, 2025
View eligibility and apply here
This year, three producers from British Columbia will attend CPH:DOX 2025—the Copenhagen International Documentary Film Festival, one of the world’s largest documentary festivals—with support from Creative BC’s Passport to Markets program. The program provides travel support to B.C.-based creative media professionals, helping them access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.
From March 19 to 30, CPH:DOX will introduce a new thematic section focused on human rights. With the theme “Right Here, Right Now” the festival explores critical questions about human, civil, and state rights in a rapidly changing world.
This year’s festival features more than 200 new films from around the world, including a record-breaking 94 world premieres, 23 international premieres, and 8 European premieres.
Delegates from British Columbia
Returning from March 17 – 20, the Hong Kong International Film + TV Market (FILMART) will showcase a wide range of the latest film, TV and animation works as well as cutting-edge technologies in film production. This year, B.C. delegate Ronald Lee from Next Move Studios will attend FILMART with support from Creative BC’s Passport to Markets program.
The program provides travel support to B.C.-based creative media professionals to access key international markets, conferences, and co-production and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation and registration expenses. Also, the program is designed to assist producers in exploring co-production partnerships and developing relationships with broadcasters, distributors, and financiers.
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Austin, SXSW assembles professionals from the tech, film, and music industries, embarking on a nine-day journey to explore new frontiers and engage in the evolving landscape of ideas. From March 7 to 15, six delegates from British Columbia will attend with support from Creative BC’s Passport to Markets program, which helps B.C.-based creative media professionals access key international markets, conferences, and co-production and financing opportunities—including support for events like BreakOut West. In addition to the delegation, SXSW will spotlight B.C. talent through official music and film showcases, celebrating the province’s creative voices on a global stage.
Delegates via the Passport to Markets Program
Elmo Chong from Sonical.ly
Lori Watt from Triqele Productions Inc.
Mirko Voge from Vaudeville Sound
Yangos Hadjiyannis
Other B.C. Creators and Events at SXSW
Frontiers of Innovation Day & VIP Networking on March 10
at the BreakOut West Showcase on March 13
at the BreakOut West Showcase on March 13
ONE DAY THIS KID at Andrew Scott’s Redbreast Unhidden Showcase on March 11
Learn more about Creative BC Funding Programs here.
About B.C.’s Creative Industries
Motion Picture: As Canada’s largest foreign production hub and North America’s third-largest centre for motion picture production, British Columbia is proud of its international reputation and proven track record for providing exceptional value for the producer’s dollar. With a full spectrum of world-class talent, services, and facilities from pre-production to post-production, clients return to B.C. to complete their projects on time and on budget.
Music + Sound Recording: B.C. is the third-largest centre for music production in Canada, with a large, diverse talent pool of artists, business-minded professionals, 200+ sound recording studios, and 80+ record labels. B.C.’s vast industry ecosystem is proving its value delivery not only to culture, identity, and community.
Learn more.
Land Acknowledgement
Our creative sector gratefully acknowledges the lands, languages, and cultures of over 200 distinct First Nations and 34 language and cultural groups upon whose homelands B.C.’s creative industries work and live. Visit native-land.ca to learn about your home on native land.
As one of the largest public film festivals in the world, Berlinale is a unique venue for artistic exploration and entertainment, attracting tens of thousands of visitors from around the globe each year. Running from February 13 to 23 in Berlin, this eleven-day event accompanies filmmakers from all disciplines on their path to the spotlight and supports their careers, projects, dreams, and visions.
This year, three B.C. productions, whose filmmakers have received funding support from Creative BC, will be featured in the screenings.
CAN I GET A WITNESS?
Producers: Ann Marie Fleming, Ruth Vincent, Raymond Massey
MONGRELS
Producers: Nach Dudsdeemaytha, Hodu Mob Films Inc.
Director: Jerome Yoo
SWEET SUMMER POW WOW
Producers: Leslie D. Bland, Harold C. Joe
