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CASTING/ TALENT & CREATIVE/
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British Columbia Film administers a number of programs supporting the development and production of B.C. film and television programs. British Columbia Film also administers the provincial film tax credits. Assistance is also available for professional development and marketing assistance.
BRITISH COLUMBIA FILM COMMISSION
Ministry of Small Business, Tourism & Culture 375 Water St., Ste. 350
Vancouver, BC V6B 5C6
(604) 660-2732
Fax: (604) 660-4790
E-mail: shootbc @ bcfilm.gov.bc.ca
Website: www.bcfilmcommission.com Director: Mark DesRochers
Manager of Production Location Services:Julie Bernard
Assistant Manager, Production Location Services: Dale Burns
Marketing & Operations Manager: Alice To
A knowledgeable, experienced staff is able to provide advice on budget matters, work permits and liaison with unions and suppliers. The film library is comprehensive and available as a resource for location search. Assistance with script breakdowns, photographs and customized location surveys for projects, as well as ongoing liaison during the shoot.
CAMPBELL RIVER FILM & BROADCAST COMMISSION Box 801
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y4
(250) 287-2772
Fax: (250) 287-3736
E-mail: filmcommission @crfilm.ca Website: www.criilm.ca
Contact: Joan Miller
COLUMBIA SHUSWAP REGIONAL DISTRICT FILM COMMISSION
104 — 46165 Yale Rd.
Chilliwack, BC V2P 2P2
(250) 832-8194 / (888) 248-2773
Fax: (250) 832-3375
E-mail: elverhoy @csrd.bc.ca
Website: www.thecolumbiashuswapfiles.com Contact: Rino Elverhoy
GREATER VICTORIA FILM COMMISSION
201 — 931 Fort St.
Victoria, BC V8V 3K3
(250) 386-3976 / (888) 537-3456
Fax: (250) 386-3968
E-mail: islandfilm@home.com
Website: www.members.home.net/islandfilm Film Commissioner: Tom Crowe
The aims of the Commission are to (1) Promote the Victoria and Vancouver Island area, nationally and internationally, as a location for the production of motion picture and TV entertainment, (2) facilitate a smooth flow of production on behalf of guest producers, (3) encourage production service companies to establish representation in the
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Victoria and Vancouver Island area, (4) foster a film industry indigenous to the Victoria and Vancouver Island area, (5) create an awareness among the private and corporate citizens of the Victoria and Vancouver Island area regarding the special requirements and conditions of the motion picture industry.
OKANAGAN FILM COMMISSION
1450 KLO Rd.
Kelowna, BC ViW 3Z4
(250) 717-0087
Fax: (250) 868-0512
E-mail: inquires @ okfilm.bc.ca Website: www.okfilm.bc.ca Contact: Mark Flett
PRINCE GEORGE FILM COMMISSION
2275 Quinn St.
Prince George, BC V2N 2X4
(250) 564-0544
Fax: (250) 561-7347
E-mail: info @filmcommission.pg.be.ca Website: www.filmcommission.pg.bc.ca Contact: Sara Shaak
THOMPSON-NICOLA FILM COMMISSION
300 465 Victoria St.
Kamloops, BC V2C 2A9
(250) 377-8673 / BC: (877) 377-8673 Fax: (250) 372-5048
E-mail: vweller@ tnrdlib.bc.ca Website: www.tnrd.bc.ca
Contact: Victoria Weller
Location scouting, co-ordination, local services
Alberta
ALBERTA FILM COMMISSION
2526 Battleford Ave. S.W., Ste. 111
Calgary, AB T3E 7J4
(403) 221-7868
Fax: (403) 221-7857
Commissioner: Paul Rayman
With a multitude of advantages, from no provincial sales tax to incredible scenery, Alberta is the place to bring your project to life. Our film-friendly crews and minimal red tape make it easy to tell your story. Give us a call to find out more.
Saskatchewan
THE SASKATCHEWAN FILM AND VIDEO DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION / SASKFILM 1701 College Ave.
Regina, SK S4P 1B8
(806) 798-3456
Fax: (306) 798-7768
E-mail: saskfilm@accesscomm.ca
Website: www.saskfilm.com
C.E.0.: Valerie Creighton
Director, Programs & Services: Susanne Bell Since 1989, SaskFilm has provided support, financial assistance and equity financing to
the Saskatchewan film and video industries and to media through the administration of the SaskTel New Media Fund. SaskFilm administers the Saskatchewan Film & Video Employment Tax Credit. The tax credit provides eligible production companies filming in Saskatchewan with a 35% rebate, up to 50% of the total production costs, based on the value of eligible salaries paid to Saskatchewan residents. SaskFilm programs include Development Loans / Equity Investments / Special Program Investments / Market Travel Assistance / SaskTel New Media Fund.
SaskFilm’s Location Office assists companies seeking production opportunities and locations within the province. Through the film commissioner, various services are provided including: Initial location scouting to accommodate script requirements / Access to local photo file library / Liaison between producers and all levels of government / Assistance with permission to use location sites / Provide information and assistance regarding local crew, talent and support service / Distribution of the Saskatchewan Film & Video Production Guide / Facilitate coproduction opportunities with Saskatchewan production companies.
Manitoba
CITY OF WINNIPEG
Mayor's Office
510 Main St., 3rd FI.
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1B9
(204) 986-3058
Fax: (204) 986-3350
Cell: (204) 955-9659
E-mail: kboyce @city.winnipeg.mb.ca
Film & Cultural Liaison / EPC Secretariat: Kenny Boyce
To deal expeditiously with requests for filming in Winnipeg relating to city facilities, services, resources, equipment, materials and permits.
MANITOBA FILM & SOUND 410 — 93 Lombard Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3B 3B1
(204) 947-2040
Fax: (204) 956-5261
E-mail: explore @ mbfilmsound.mb.ca Website: www.mbfilmsound.mb.ca
C.E.O. and Film Commissioner: Carole Vivier Manager, Film Programs: Alexa Saborowski Locations Co-ordinator: Dani Jubinville
Film, video, sound recording and location assistance programs which enable the development and marketing of motion pictures, film and video productions, and sound recording projects in the province of Manitoba. Also administers the Manitoba Film & Video Production Tax Credit.
As a member of the Association of Film Commisioners Intermational, it provides complete location services liaison with the industry and all levels of government, publishes Manitoba's only industry production gulde, and maintains an extensive photo library.
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