Fun Fact Friday

Did you know that in the Okanagan-Similkameen Boundary region last year, we filmed 31 productions (not including animation) ?
Well now you do.
Did you know that in the Okanagan-Similkameen Boundary region last year, we filmed 31 productions (not including animation) ?
Well now you do.
For those who remember (and even those who don’t) about 2 years ago, the Okanagan Film Commission hosted the Okanangan Film Fundamentals. People were invited to learn from experts in the film community, and even created a film! Here’s some of the highlights, and let us know if you’d like to participate in something like…
The Roundhay Garden Scene was the very first moving picture, and was produced in 1888. The French inventor, Louis Le Prince, filmed his family prancing around in a circle in an extraordinary two second clip. It might not seem like much now, but that innovation is what lead to the commercialized cameras and motion pictures…
From all of us at the Okanagan Film Commission, Happy Holidays! We’re wishing each and every one of you an amazing season and an even better new year. Sincerely, Jon Summerland Okanagan Film Commissioner
Osoyoos, BC—The Okanagan region continues to strengthen its reputation as a sought-after destination for film and television productions. As we wrap yet another significant project—one of scale and scope we’re not permitted to disclose—it’s clear the production team left with an appreciation for the cinematic potential the Okanagan has to offer. This latest production is…
The first full-length Documentary Film was produced in 1922. It was called “Nanook of the North” and is said to be the first in the Canadian industry.
The people spoke, and the theatres listened. The world’s very first feature film written by ChatGPT was scheduled to launch in London this past week, but the new technology is facing some real world problems even AI didn’t predict. When publicity began announcing the premiere, the Prince Charles Theatre began receiving complaints (over 200, to…
The Okanagan Film Commission endeavours to cultivate a prosperous regional film and animation industry by promoting and delivering exceptional services to local and international production companies alike. With over three decades of experience, we stand out as industry leaders in British Columbia, committed to bolstering local businesses and creating job opportunities for our talented crew members.