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...
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Sarah Kapoor appointed as new Film Commissioner for the Kootenay Region
The Kootenay Regional Film Commission (KRFC) announced the appointment of Sarah Kapoor as the new Regional Film Commissioner. An accomplished and award-winning producer, writer, and director, Sarah brings over two decades of industry experience and strong ties with...
The BC Film Commission at Creative BC Shortlisted for 2025 Film Commission of the Year at the Global Production Awards
Screen International has unveiled the shortlist for the 2025 Global Production Awards, which honour excellence and sustainability across film and television production, locations, and studios. The BC Film Commission at Creative BC has been named a finalist for Film...
Important Message for FIBC and PSTC Applicants: Tax Credit Certificate Updates
Effective April 1, 2025, Creative BC will update the motion picture tax credit certificates to include key dates essential for determining eligibility and filing deadlines; as well as basic rates under the Film Incentive BC (FIBC) and Production Services Tax Credit...
B.C. Motion Picture and Tourism Industries Unite to Launch Innovative Film Tourism Platform
British Columbia's film and tourism industries have joined forces to launch Cineventure, an innovative digital platform that transforms the province's most iconic filming locations into immersive tourism experiences. Launching today at cineventure.ca, the platform...
British Columbia Motion Picture Tax Credit Increases Announced
Important Update to B.C.’s Motion Picture Tax Credit Programs On March 4, 2025, the Minister of Finance announced the following budget proposal to British Columbia’s Motion Picture Tax Credit Programs, subject to the approval of the legislature: Increase the Film...
British Columbia at CPH:DOX Forum 2025
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...
British Columbia at Hong Kong International Film + TV Market 2025
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...
British Columbia at SXSW 2025
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...
Creative BC awards $232,000 in early project development funding to 13 Indigenous B.C. filmmakers through Rogers Indigenous Film Fund
Vancouver, B.C. (February 20, 2025) – Creative BC announced today the 13 filmmakers receiving funding through the Rogers Indigenous Film Fund Program (the RIFF Program). With grants of $10,000 to $20,000 each, this is the fourth round of Indigenous B.C. filmmakers to...
Creative BC Invests $250,000 to Support Emerging and Equity-Seeking Filmmakers
Vancouver, B.C. (February 12, 2025) – Creative BC announces $250,000 in funding to support 25 projects led by emerging and/or equity-seeking filmmakers in British Columbia. Designed to address systemic barriers in the motion picture industry, the Equity and Emerging...
British Columbia at Berlinale 2025
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...
AFCI 2025 Board of Directors, Board Leadership and Advisory Board Changes Announced
See the original release from the Association of Film Commissioners International here. The Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) has announced the names of its 2025 Board of Director members. A geographically diverse group of 16 candidates ran for...
British Columbia at Kidscreen Summit 2025
The Kidscreen Summit 2025 returns for its second year in San Diego from February 9-12, uniting professionals in kids' content for targeted pitching and networking opportunities. The conference program also delivers high-level insights into the business of kids'...
Sundar Prize Film Festival Launches Mentorship Program to Empower B.C. Filmmakers
The Sundar Prize Film Festival launches the first intake of mentees and mentors for the Filmmaker Mentorship Program, designed to elevate diverse voices in B.C.’s creative industry. Funded by Creative BC, the program provides mentees with one-on-one mentorship,...
B.C. Delegates Strengthen International Ties at the 25th Annual Asia TV Forum (ATF)
The 25th annual Asia TV Forum (ATF), held in Singapore from December 3–6, 2024, served as a pivotal event in one of the world’s largest co-production and entertainment content markets. Bringing together industry professionals from across the globe, ATF provides a...
In Memoriam of Tracey Friesen, Managing Vice President of the CMPA – BC Branch
Tracey Friesen, Image by Grant Baldwin It is with immense sadness that we honour the life and legacy of our beloved friend and colleague at the Canadian Media Producers Association, Tracey Friesen. Tracey was an irreplaceable figure in British Columbia’s motion...
Action! B.C. sets the scene to attract more film, TV productions
This news release was issued by the Province of British Columbia. For all media inquiries, please contact the Province's official media representatives directly. See original release here. Increased tax incentives for British Columbia’s motion picture sector will...
British Columbia at Content London 2024
This year, domestic producers from British Columbia will be attending Content London, the world’s leading development market and conference with the support of Creative BC’s Passport to Markets program. The program provides travel support to B.C.-based professionals...
Introducing a new product from ICBC developed specifically for the Motion Picture Industry
The MPR Blanket Certificate provides Basic Auto Insurance coverage including Third-Party Liability for rented vehicles specific to the Motion Picture Industry. This new product is designed to provide liability protection, and budgeting certainty for productions. The...