URGENT LOCATION LOOKOUT
MOVIE LOCATION NEEDED…we are in URGENT need of a Mansion for a Movie location in April. Must be in the KELOWNA AREA. Respond to the Okanagan film commission, gwyliephoto@gmail.com or message this post.
Calgary Film Commissioner Stepping Down
After an amazing 18-years as the Calgary Film Commissioner, Luke Azevedo is joining the team at Edmonton Screen Industries Office as their new CEO. “This is an incredible opportunity to elevate the creative economy in Edmonton and across the province,” said Azevedo. “I look forward to immersing myself in Edmonton’s creative industries and building on…
TAX CREDIT CHANGES
If you haven’t heard yet, there have been some changes to the Tax Credits in the 2025 Budget, subject to the approval of Budget Legislation. Two main changes to be aware of are: But for all the proposed details, check out this from the CreativeBC site HERE.
Do Yourself a Favour, and Go Watch THIS!
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…
Locally Filmed Netflix Show is Almost Here!
A lot of amazing productions were filmed in our region last year, and one is about to launch on Netflix March 26th. With Peter Serafinowicz as the charming Host, this game show has contestants competing for (you guessed it), one million dollars. Interested? Have a look at the trailer here:
Location Lookout!
Attention Film Family! We are in need of a remote two story cabin on a lake for a new production. The catch is it needs to be in the Kelowna area. If you have someplace like this, please drop us a line. We’d love to hear from you. Thanks in advance!
Get Your Tickets Before They’re Gone
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!
A Reminder of One of Our Cool Events!
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…
2 New Funding Streams Open!
Attention all you filmmakers! Creative BC has just opened 2 new funding opportunities that you’re going to want to hear about. For more information on those or other grants out there, be sure to visit CREATIVE BC HERE!
Final Day to Submit!
If you’re a filmmaker in the Okanagan region, no doubt you’ve heard about the Okanagan Film Awards. If it’s on your radar you should know time is running out to get a submission in. Categories include: So if you’ve dreamed of getting your work on the big screen, now’s your chance so submit today!
