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
B.C. Boosts Film Tax Incentives to Attract Big Productions
British Columbia is ramping up tax incentives to strengthen its film and TV industry, which has faced challenges in recent years. Premier David Eby announced that Budget 2025 will include increases to the Film Incentive BC (FIBC) and Production Services Tax Credit (PSTC), both of which support Canadian and international productions. Starting January 1, 2025,…
Location Lookout!
Attention everyone! We are on the lookout for Cabins this time. Either in the woods or on a private property somewhere. As long as it is within 30 minutes of Kelowna. Have something like that? Feel free to drop us a line! Thanks in advance!
Deadline Approaching for Development Funding
Just a quick reminder that the current round of Creative BCs Slate Development Program is open, and accepting applications until 19 December. The Slate Development Program is designed to support the company growth of mid-level and experienced B.C. based production companies who have a significant track record of owned and controlled independent production in the…
2025 Golden Globe Nominations Are Out!
The 82nd Annual Golden Globes are gearing up, and this morning the nominations were handed out for the ceremony which will air live on Sunday, Jan. 5, at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. In the television category, The Bear had the most nominations with five, followed by Shōgun and Only Murders…
Snake Bite Film Festival Is Around The Bend
If you haven’t heard of it yet, the SnakeBite Film Festival in Penticton is growing to be one of the more popular Film Festivals in the Okanagan. Last year, after teaming up with OSIF, the festival filling almost 1200 seats during the four day festival. That being said, with tickets now on sale, it might…
Our Holiday Story Debuts on Hallmark
Ready for the holidays? Looking for a little Christmas cheer? Well then add ‘watch Our Holiday Story’ to your list of things to do! The movie was filmed in Kelowna and Summerland, not only utilizing a lot of our amazing crew, talent, and locations, but also quite a few small businesses. Our Holiday Story can…
BC Delegates On Route To LA
BC Officials are headed to LA this week, with the goal of promoting the benefits of filming in our Province. Leading the delegation are 3 newly appointed NDP MLA’s (Minister of Finance Brenda Bailey, Minister of Tourism Spence Chandra Herbert, and Parliamentary Secretary for Arts and Film Nina Kreiger). “We are getting to work right…
