View the Gallery On Thursday, March 7th, CBC Entertains and BIPOC TV & Film came together with our alumni for a day of creating connections. We kicked off the morning with two insightful panels featuring industry experts from CBC and from BIPOC TV & Film (titled Journey with the CBC, and Getting Hired, respectively). They delved into topics like navigating the screen sector as a BIPOC creator and breaking into the world of production. One of the many key messages we left with: everyone’s path in the industry is different and often not linear, and that’s OK. “Met w ..read more

**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Toronto, ON | March 14, 2024 — BIPOC TV & Film commends today’s announcement from the Ministry of Canadian Heritage regarding permanent funding for the Indigenous Screen Office. "This funding allocation marks a pivotal moment in our sector’s journey and signifies a tangible commitment to recognizing and respecting Indigenous self-determination and narrative sovereignty, crucial steps towards reconciliation and cultural preservation,” says BIPOC TV & Film Executive Director, Kadon Douglas. “Congratulations to Kerry Swanson and the ISO team on this milestone ..read more

On February 24, we came together to celebrate Black History Month and Black Love with MUBI Canada, BIPOC TV & Film and Ace Hotel Toronto with a special screening of Barry Jenkins’ MEDICINE FOR MELANCHOLY paired with the heartwarming LOVE IS YOU by local filmmaker Latitia Osbourne. Thanks to everyone who came out, as well as our beverage sponsors Lost Craft and Local Spirits Distilling Co. View the gallery here. Photos taken by Yaz @voadanfilms ..read more

Get ready for the lowdown on all things BIPOC TV & Film with our no-nonsense newsletter – the BIPOC TV & Film Insider: your passport to stay connected, informed, and empowered. What to expect in the second edition of our bi(ish?)-monthly newsletter: what we’ve been working on with programming and advocacy initiatives, upcoming events + opportunities, ongoing callouts, industry news and a little bit of that BIPOC TV & Film charm.  ..read more

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The emerging filmmakers will receive tangible skills, resources and networks to build their careers in film. TORONTO — BIPOC TV & Film, Indeed, Hillman Grad and TIFF are delighted to announce Mitchell LeBlanc, Janet-Rose Nguyen, Tochi Osuji, Sara Rangooni, and Shanele Soares as the talented filmmakers set to participate in the inaugural Rising Voices Canada program.  As part of the program, the filmmakers will take part in feature film development sessions, workshops and networking conversations with other directors, writers and producers, led by Hillman Grad and BIPOC TV & Film ..read more

EFM and Berlinale are just around the corner! Meet the filmmakers who will be at the 2024 market: ? Amir Zagara, who participated in the EFM Fiction Toolbox with his project, A Good Day Will Come. ? Murry Peeters, also in the EFM Fiction Toolbox with her project, Woman Meets Girl. ? Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker, who received Berlinale + EFM Accreditation. The EFM Fiction Toolbox programme is part of the European Film Market's Diversity & Inclusion initiatives. This immersive programme includes guidance and mentorship by expert consultants and coordinators as well as in-depth industry kno ..read more

Anaëlle Béglet Marie Clements Alison Duke Shant Joshi Paramount+ in Canada, BIPOC TV & Film and the National Screen Institute today announces the four participants selected for the first edition of the Elevate program. This brand-new business development incubator for BIPOC producers seeks to enhance the growth and success of BIPOC-owned production companies in Canada and considers the socioeconomic impacts of systemic oppression and barriers.    “The team at Paramount+ sends its congratulations to the impressive list of selected participants for the inaugural year of the EL ..read more

Filmmakers Mona Hersi, Ryan Moccasin, Thea Loo, Jason Ip, Laura Friedmann and Maisaa Houri are heading to the Westin Hotel in Ottawa from January 31st to February 2nd. The six will be joined by BIPOC TV & Film Executive Director Kadon Douglas. Mona Hersi Ryan Moccasin Thea Loo Jason Ip Laura Friedmann Maissa Houri Each filmmaker will receive a delegate pass to attend the CMPA Prime Time 2024 conference taking place in Ottawa from January 31 to February 2, market acess to 1:1 and group sessions with industry execs, access to thought leadership and workshops, networking acces to connec ..read more

Get ready for the lowdown on all things BIPOC TV & Film with our new, no-nonsense newsletter – the BIPOC TV & Film Insider: your passport to staying connected, informed, and empowered. What to expect in our new, bi-monthly newsletter: upcoming events, ongoing programs and partnerships, upcoming programs, advocacy and outreach initiatives, industry news and a little bit of that BIPOC TV & Film charm.  ..read more