Creative BC

Set and filmed in Surrey B.C, ALLEGIANCE returns for Season 2 on CBC and CBC Gem tonight at 9pm PST! In Season 2, Sabrina Sohal joins the Serious Crimes Unit of the CFPC. Determined to prove herself worthy of her new position, she aims to take down the man responsible for framing her father for treason, all while navigating a complex love life and an equally complicated family life. 📸: ALLEGIANCE Season 2, Photo courtesy of CBC/Lark Productions/Darko Sikman #WatchBC #BCFilm #FilminBC #BCCreates

DEADLINE APPROACHING: B.C.-based artists, don’t miss your chance to apply for the 2025 JUNOfest and perform at the JUNO Awards in Vancouver! Performances will be livestreamed across Canada and worldwide. For two exciting nights, the 54th Annual JUNO Awards will showcase artists from all genres across the country. The event will feature over 50 artists performing across Vancouver for fans, media, and the music industry, starting March 28, 2025. Application Deadline: January 17, 2:00 PM PST. Applications are open to both solo artists and full bands. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/gZ7VjEDh 📸: JUNOfest 2024 #BCMusic #JUNOs #JUNOfest #MusicBC #BCMusicians #CareerDevelopment #YVRMusic

Creative BC’s Board of Directors, CEO, and staff extend gratitude to Jesse Finkelstein for her contributions while serving as Chair from September 2021 through September 2024. Her work was instrumental in supporting and strengthening Creative BC’s governance and its mission to foster, develop, and sustain B.C.’s creative sector. With this, Creative BC marks a shift in board structure as the organization pivots to a Co-Chair model announcing that Board Members and Michelle Grady, (President, Sony Picture Imageworks) and Bill Tam, (Co-Founder of ThoughtBridge, Co-Founder of Digital Technology Supercluster, and former President and CEO of BC Tech Association) will Co-Chair the Board of Directors. Laura Lightbown, (President of Terra Films Inc.), will serve as Secretary-Treasurer. Creative BC proudly announces Farnaz Riahi, Vice President of Finance and Corporate Operations at Destination Vancouver, as the latest addition to our Board of Directors. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g_EzWimJ

Four incredible productions by B.C. directors have earned a place on TIFF Canada’s Top Ten 2024, showcasing powerful stories and unique perspectives. • ONE DAY THIS KID, directed by Vancouver-based Alexander Farah • CAN I GET A WITNESS?, directed by Vancouver-based Ann Marie Fleming • INKWO FOR WHEN THE STARVING RETURN, directed by Vancouver-based Amanda Strong • PAYING FOR IT, directed by Vancouver-born Sook-Yin Lee Congratulations to these talented directors for this great achievement! Explore the stories behind these films on BC Creates: https://lnkd.in/gGM7bcGD 📸: PAYING FOR IT #WatchBC #BCFilm #FilminBC #BCCreates

Explore the iconic film locations of the Thompson-Nicola region through a newly created interactive movie map! With support from Destination BC, the Thompson-Nicola Film Commission has launched this map to help you discover where films, TV shows, and documentaries were shot in the region. From JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION in Merritt to POWER RANGERS and NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: SECRET OF THE TOMB in Kamloops, explore filming locations and learn where to stream or watch the shows. The map even notes whether locations are open to the public! Access the map here: https://lnkd.in/gBWSY67J 📸: JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION (Courtesy Universal Pictures) #WatchBC #BCFilm #FilminBC #BCCreates

CLOSING SOON: The Creative BC and Rogers Communications Group of Funds Documentary + Factual Development Fund encourages the development of motion picture projects in documentary and factual formats. Uniquely, the Creative BC and Rogers Documentary + Factual Development Fund’s key feature is to support individual documentary and factual projects during early-stage development, before being greenlit by the market. Apply by January 14, 2025: https://lnkd.in/eJPHVeJb #FilminBC #FilmFunding #BCCreates #BCFilm

Save the Date 📅! Join the Innovative Horizons: Creative Economy in Western Canada Webinar on January 16 at 10:00am PST hosted by Prairie Sky Strategy. Explore key topics like: • Economic Impact of the Creative Sector • Policy and Support for Creative Industries • Workforce Development • Future Trends 🎤 Panelists: • Erin Dean, Creative Saskatchewan • Valerie Shantz, Winnipeg Folk Festival • Robert Wong, Creative BC • Darin Banadyga, Prairie Sky Strategy (Moderator) Learn more and register now: https://lnkd.in/gXq8C-Az Photo Credit: Prairie Sky Strategy #BCCreates #BCFilm #FilminBC #BCMusic #BCMusician #readbc #bcbooks #digibc #bcgames #playbc

It is with immense sadness that we honour the life and legacy of our beloved friend and colleague at the Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA), Tracey Friesen. Tracey was an irreplaceable figure in British Columbia’s motion picture industry. Her decades-long career in media production was driven by her unwavering passion for the industry’s success, leaving a mark across every facet of the field.  As a highly accomplished executive producer, Tracey was dedicated to advancing both environmental sustainability and social progress. Her advocacy made a profound difference in the industry, where her leadership helped establish new standards for environmental responsibility and social change.  Tracey was a key contributor to Creative BC and its initiatives. She played an integral role in our Reel Green™ initiative, contributing to the advisory, circular economy, and national committees. Her efforts were instrumental in promoting sustainable production practices, empowering producers and crews to make environmentally conscious choices across Canada.  Her commitment to progress extended beyond sustainability. Tracey was deeply dedicated to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within the industry. As a Governance Committee Member for Creative BC’s Creative Pathways™ initiative, she championed opportunities for underrepresented communities, working to create pathways for emerging talent and support systemic change.  "Tracey’s passing is an immense loss. A cherished friend and devoted colleague, her work made an incredible contribution to both our efforts and the cultural fabric of the motion picture industry," said Prem Gill, CEO of Creative BC." I had the privilege of working alongside Tracey for many years, and she was unwaveringly dedicated to everything she did. On behalf of Creative BC, we extend our deepest condolences to Tracey’s family and loved ones. We are committed to continuing her legacy through our work and beyond."  Tracey Friesen’s influence on our community, her steadfast commitment to meaningful change, and her remarkable achievements leave an enduring legacy in B.C.’s motion picture industry. Her extraordinary passion, kindness, and purpose will continue to inspire us all. 

DEADLINE APPROACHING: B.C.-based artists, showcase your talent and be part of Music BC’s Let’s Hear It programs leading up to the Vancouver 2025 JUNO Awards! • Let’s Hear It BC This program will bring unforgettable live music moments to communities across B.C.—featuring performances by nominees and emerging artists, plus a tour of JUNO artifacts—with stops in Prince George, Kelowna, Surrey, Nanaimo, Victoria, and Terrace. • Let’s Hear It LIVE Join us at the Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza for a free, family-friendly festival from March 27–29. With two stages, the event will highlight performances from JUNO nominees and B.C. artists. 🗓 Application Deadline: January 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM PST. 📋 Learn More and Apply: https://lnkd.in/gCstpq33 #BCMusic #JUNOs #MusicBC #MusicFunding

Congratulations to the talented team behind the B.C.-filmed SHŌGUN (FX/Hulu) for sweeping the Golden Globes! The series triumphed in all four of its nominated categories: 🏆 Best Television Series – Drama 🎭 Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Drama: Hiroyuki Sanada 🎭 Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Drama: Anna Sawai 🎭 Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role on Television: Tadanobu Asano Filmed in Vancouver, Port Moody, Coquitlam and Ucluelet, SHŌGUN is a historical drama based on James Clavell’s novel, which premiered in February 2024. In a previous interview, Hiroyuki Sanada praised Vancouver as the perfect location for a samurai drama, with a world-class studio and diverse landscapes just a short drive away. The production also saw seamless collaboration between Japanese and local B.C. crews, contributing to its success. 📸: SHŌGUN (FX/HULU) #WatchBC #BCFilm #FilminBC #BCCreates #GlodenGlobes