Happy Holidays!

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


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

Guess what, local filmmakers! The 4th round of our Equity + Emerging Development Program through Creative BC is now open! The Equity + Emerging Development Program aims to provide direct and targeted support to emerging and/or equity seeking B.C. filmmakers. Creators can receive a grant of up to $10,000 to cover the cost of bringing…

Are you looking for more information on the revoking of the Animation Tax Credit in the Okanagan? We’ve gathered as many news stories and interviews with Jon Summerland we could find to help keep you informed. Loss of tax credit could impact animation studios in the Okanagan – Castanet News 1130 Radio Interview with Jon…

Guess what, everyone? Tickets are finally on sale for one of the Okanagan’s best events, hosted by the Okanagan Society of Independent Filmmakers. Judging by past years, they will sell out quickly, so head over to OSIF and order yours today! See you there!

Wishing you and yours a happy and safe holiday weekend!

Did you know that in the Okanagan-Similkameen Boundary region last year, we filmed 31 productions (not including animation) ? Well now you do.

In fact, that’s a direct quote from our Film Commissioner, Jon Summerland to check it out this Friday night. What is it? Opera Kelowna presents the first half of their 2-part studio production, The Queen in Me. With a cleverly comical critique of how race, gender, and sexuality are portrayed in opera, this production gives…

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.

