Presented by William F. White International Inc.

Co-presented by ImagineNATIVE

Hear directly from Indigenous creatives, about their unique relationship with the land and gain a deeper understanding of the vital connection between culture, and creativity. In this panel, presented by William F. White International Inc., panelists will share their perspective on how the land influences their work and creativity, and discuss the crucial responsibility we have, as both individuals and creatives, to care for and nourish the land we work on. This discussion will touch on sustainability, cultural preservation, and the ways in which the creative industry can support and uplift Indigenous voices and practices.

Presented by William F. White International Inc.

Are you interested in learning how to improve your sustainable practices through sustainable design and circularity? Join us for a dynamic discussion, presented by William F. White International Inc., as leading innovative minds explore various techniques to achieve circularity and offer practical tips that can be applied to any industry. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of sustainable design, and be inspired to implement these principles in your own sustainable practices.

Presented by CBC

Given the screen industry’s significant impact on the environment and land around us, what are tangible steps and practices that environmentally conscious film and television productions can undertake? In this session presented by the CBC, Leaticia Kaggwa (Environmental Sustainability Lead, CBC) will present ways to find creative green solutions for reducing our ecological footprints and how we can support the standardization of green practices in Canadian productions. This session will provide a variety of tools and strategies that can be replicated across multiple production models, empowering cast and crew to incorporate sustainability into every aspect of their roles.

Presented by William F. White International Inc.

The old adage for creating gripping content is “write what you know”, and Sean Towgood did just that. He is the creator, writer, star, and co-executive producer on the upcoming CBC Gem original comedy, You’re My Hero, inspired by his real-life experiences as a young adult with cerebral palsy navigating a world not designed with him in mind. Join us as we dive into how disabilities are represented on screen and the complexities of creating content around accessibility.

Presented by the Directors Guild of Canada in Ontario

Recent strides in Virtual Production have revitalized the screen industry with exciting opportunities for creating and producing content, and not just on the tech side. Virtual Production and more traditional roles have been intricately woven together throughout the entire filmmaking process with compelling new results. In this roundtable discussion, presented by the Directors Guild of Canada in Ontario, hear from nominated DGC Ontario Members who occupy a variety of roles in film and television as they discuss where their roles and virtual production meet.

Presented by the Directors Guild of Canada in Ontario

The Director – Picture Editor relationship is the bedrock of a successful film or television project where communication, creative collaboration, and trust between the two roles is key. In this panel, presented by the Directors Guild of Canada in Ontario, our panelists explore what makes for a successful partnership. They will touch on the technical aspects of editing and how to maintain the director’s vision throughout this process. Hear from two director and editor teams as they share their experiences and insights on cultivating a productive and successful working relationship that leads to creating award-winning work.

Presented with the participation of the Independent Production Fund

In this dynamic peer to peer session, two teams that have received funding from the Independent Production Fund will interview each other in depth on the process behind their short form series – from concept to development, to production, working with streaming platforms and successful release strategies. The teams will discuss how this medium can offer a space to develop IP, catalyze the careers of emerging talent, and the creative control necessary to authentically tell the specific and engaging stories at the heart of their series.

Presented by NABET 700-M UNIFOR

Representation at all levels, both in front of and behind the camera, is essential to authentic storytelling. This panel, presented by NABET 700-M UNIFOR, is a roundtable discussion with a diverse group of emerging creators on finding and defining their place on the technical side of the industry. Listen in as they share their path to achieving success in their chosen field and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.

Presented by Panavision

What often makes Canadian coming of age stories unique is the added element of multiculturalism. Our panel, presented by Panavision, examines how this group of talented cinematographers have used their technical skills and stylistic choices to collaborate on creating an evocative picture of the hyphenated Canadian identity. Listen in as they discuss their approaches to capturing underrepresented moments, immersing and captivating audiences, reexamining these experiences, both unique and universal, through a different lens.

Presented by the Directors Guild of Canada in Ontario

This captivating masterclass, presented by the Directors Guild of Canada in Ontario, offers a behind the scenes look into the making of the final season of the Canadian hit show Workin’ Moms. Hear from the cast and crew as they reflect on their show’s success, the secret to their longevity, and on bringing the long-running series to a close.

Presented by Telefilm Canada

In the production process, identifying and involving private or public partners is essential to the success of a project. However, financing and regulations can be an issue that production companies face in the case of projects that involve multiple provinces. The way these issues are handled will help determine the type of producing relationship between the parties: if it will be an interprovincial collaboration or a co-production. This panel, presented by Telefilm Canada, will explore case studies to identify winning trends in interprovincial production.

Presented by the Canadian Media Producers Association

Join the key creatives behind 2023’s Best Motion Picture nominees for a lively and candid roundtable discussing Canadian film production from the past year. This session, presented by the Canadian Media Producers Association, will deep dive into this year’s Best Motion Pictures, original voices, international co-productions, and financing.