On the heels of his feature directorial debut, Content Canada is delighted to welcome multi-award winning filmmaker R.T. Thorne for an exclusive feature interview. His Canadian film, 40 Acres, a post-apocalyptic thriller about a Black family trying to survive in rural Canada after the world falls into famine, is set to make its world premiere during the Toronto International Film Festival. A triple threat, Thorne is a director, producer, and screenwriter who is known for breaking new ground “representing the unrepresented”. In this exciting interview, hear from Thorne about his career and journey to TIFF as he discusses his creative process, his film, and what’s next for this inspiring Canadian storyteller.

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The Canadian operation of eOne has officially been rebranded under the Lionsgate umbrella, creating exciting new opportunities for the Canadian industry. Hear from Lionsgate Canada’s Jocelyn Hamilton (President, Television) and Susan Hummel (EVP & Managing Director, Distribution and Ventures), as they discuss the impact of the new organization, what it means for Lionsgate Canada’s content strategy and opportunities for collaboration with independent Canadian producers.

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In an era where content reigns supreme, discover how leading studios and creators are leveraging digital platforms to reshape the narrative. Join industry expert Stephanie Wilson Chapin of YouTube for an exclusive look at groundbreaking strategies and innovative formats designed to reach and resonate with today’s dynamic audiences.

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Spotlight Sessions feature the industry’s top platforms, organizations, studios, and executives, and provide delegates with the valuable opportunity to learn practical information about the company’s priorities, strategies and, most importantly, possible opportunities for collaboration. For the first time at Content Canada, join us for a Spotlight with Joy Loewen to hear about her important role in developing the CMF’s new equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility strategy, including an interactive Q&A.

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Spotlight Sessions feature the industry’s top platforms, organizations, studios, and executives, and provide delegates with the valuable opportunity to learn practical information about the company’s priorities, strategies and, most importantly, possible opportunities for collaboration. For the first time at Content Canada, join us for a Spotlight on the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO), including an interactive Q&A.

After a successful first round of its Digital Creators Pilot Program (DCPP), the Canada Media Fund is back with a second round to support the growth of Canadian digital content creators who are making video content for social media platforms. Hear directly from several successful CMF-funded content creators who are on the forefront of the creator economy, learn more about the DCPP and the CMF’s approach to funding digital-first creators, their innovative approaches to content creation, and potential opportunities for independent Canadian producers.

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Spotlight Sessions feature the industry’s top platforms, companies, studios, and executives, and provide delegates with the valuable opportunity to learn practical information about the company’s priorities, strategies and, most importantly, possible opportunities for collaboration. Join us for a Spotlight on CBC, including an interactive Q&A

Join Sean Cohan, President of Bell Media, as he sits down for a one-to-one interview on the Content Canada stage. Now ten
months into his new role, Cohan will give delegates insight into Bell Media’s plans to keep Canadian content at the core of their mission.

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Spotlight Sessions feature the industry’s top platforms, companies, studios, and executives, and provide delegates with the valuable opportunity to learn practical information about the company’s priorities, strategies and, most importantly, possible opportunities for collaboration. For the first time at Content Canada, join us for a Spotlight on Banijay Entertainment, including an interactive Q&A.