QFTC's Newsletter - November 2020

You will find below all the latest news from the Quebec film and television council and upcoming events!

RELAUNCH MTL | WORKING TOGETHER TO RELAUNCH CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

Combining arts, culture and technology, the cultural and creative industries have been contributing to the visibility of the city and its artists on the international scene for years.

Our creativity is increasingly recognized, and its benefits in terms of creating jobs and generating wealth contribute to a vibrant economy. The crisis has had a significant impact on many facts of these industries, be it film production and distribution, animation, special effects, video games, interactive installations, performing arts, visual arts or music.

While some have seen a downturn due to production chain disruptions or a more limited ability to reach audiences, others have continued to thrive, though they still face growth challenges. But for all industry players, some key issues remain, particularly the availability of skilled labour and targeted, appropriate financing.

Join us for the Strategic Forum on Cultural and Creative Industries as part of the Relaunch MTL movement, organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal. Join the movement and take part in the recovery of our sector!

THE EXHIBITION HALLS AT THE PALAIS ARE ALL YOURS!

In these times of pandemic, the exhibition halls are empty at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, but they are not deserted. They constitute great film sets that are very popular with movie, television and advertising production teams.

You’ll find nearly 500,000 sq. ft. (46,000 m2) of exhibition space in an ultramodern technological environment as well as a surface area of 230,000 sq. ft. (21,281 m2) on one floor, including one of the largest columnless rooms in Canada 49,995 sq. ft. (4,645 m2).

Contact us now to plan your next shoot in full compliance with the health guidelines issued by the gouvernement du Québec.

Mylène Paré

514-617-0306

mylene.pare@congresmtl.com

Stéphanie Rajaonarivelo

438 994-1654

stephanie.rajaonarivelo@congresmtl.com

RENEWAL OF THE PRESTIGE PARTNERSHIP WITH DIFUZE

The QFTC is pleased to announce the renewal of its Prestige partnership with Difuze!

“We are very pleased to continue our collaboration with the Quebec Film and Television Council, which we established in 2016. As Vice-Chairman of the QFTC’s Board of Directors, I am honoured to see the work the Council carries out on a daily basis to enhance the attractiveness of our industry. Thanks to the QFTC, difuze has been able to participate in numerous meetings with foreign producers to promote our services directly to them.” Nicolas Savoie, Vice-President – Sales, Marketing and Customer Service

QFTC SPONSORS THE "CREATION OF UNIVERSES" SHOWCASE AT HUB MONTRÉAL

As a major partner of the visual effects and animation industry, the QFTC was pleased to sponsor the showcase entitled “Universe Creation” on November 16th, as part of the Hub Montréal event.

On this occasion, Lüz Studio, LMDP Co, Thinkwell Studio Montréal and DNEG presented their projects, followed by a Q&A session!

A partner of Hub Montréal for a 3rd consecutive year, the QFTC continues its mission to support the growth and influence of the audiovisual industry in Quebec.

"CELEBRATING OUR ECO-FRIENDLY SETS" WEBINAR

As part of the Vivats 2020 ceremony, the QFTC and CQEER were pleased to organize a webinar to celebrate the environmental responsibility efforts of two audiovisual productions filmed in Quebec: the film La Déesse des mouches à feu (Coop Vidéo de Montréal) and the TV series The Bold Type (NBCUniversal).

Director Anaïs Barbeau-Lavalette (La Déesse des mouches à feu) and Executive Producer Sandrine Gros d’Aillon (The Bold Type) participated in the discussion moderated by Andrew Robinson, Director, Sustainability Strategy and Engagement, Green Spark Group.

RENEWAL OF THE PRESTIGE PARTNERSHIP WITH MILLER THOMSON

The QFTC is pleased to announce the renewal of its Prestige partnership with Miller Thomson!

“We are very pleased to continue our collaboration with the Quebec Film and Television Council, which has been in place for the past 5 years. As Secretary of the QFTC’s Board of Directors, I have the honour of seeing first-hand the work accomplished by the Council, which connects our Miller Thomson Entertainment and Media Law Group with foreign productions and offers them our legal expertise. We are proud to support the QFTC, which contributes to the development of the film and television industry both in Quebec and internationally.” Dean Chenoy, Partner – Head of Entertainment and Media