Join us for a can’t-miss panel featuring leading national and international analysts discussing current trends affecting the global content business. Exploring shifts in audience behavior, commissioning and distribution trends, and emerging areas for content monetization, our panelists will offer insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for content creators, distributors, and platforms. This session is a must for anyone working in the content industry who wants to understand global trends and their impact on the Canadian industry.

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With over 70 Billion views, Skyship Entertainment has cemented itself as a content powerhouse on YouTube. In this exciting fireside chat you’ll hear from Morghan Fortier, Co-Owner and CEO of Skyship Entertainment Company, and explore how Skyship’s unique blend of broadcast experience and digital-first strategy has positioned it at the forefront of a rapidly evolving media landscape.

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Join Roku Media’s Head of Content, David Eilenberg, as he explores the rise and importance of brand-powered content. Delving into Roku’s expertise, Eilenberg will share valuable insights and examples of brand-powered content across different markets, including examples and considerations for the Canadian market. In addition, the conversation will focus on Roku’s highest-profile live rights package available inCanada, Major League Baseball (MLB), and what’s on the horizon for live sports streaming for Canadian viewers.

As the film and television industry rapidly evolves, virtual production is emerging as a game-changing tool that can significantly reduce costs while enhancing creative possibilities. With virtul production anticipating a 300% growth in market share by 2028, this workshop will explore the financial and environmental advantages of incorporating virtual locations and production into your projects.

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 Spotlight on Blink49 Studios, including an interactive Q&A.

Community has become the secret sauce for creating profitable entertainment brands and franchises that stand the test of time. Discover how to cultivate authentic, enduring relationships with your fans and followers, and inspire them to become passionate advocates for your brand without ever being asked. By nurturing these relationships and prioritizing exceptional treatment and genuine engagement, you can transform your audience into a community of loyal supporters who will spend their money to keep you in business for as long as you keep them engaged.

In this important closing session, join top media leaders for a candid conversation about the current landscape and future trajectory of the content industry. Canada’s system faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities, making it even more important to hear from the executives and companies helping to innovate and shape its future. Participants will explore key trends in the entertainment industry, including the rise of streaming services and the impact of digital platforms on traditional broadcasting. The discussion will also delve into the role of Canadian content in a globalized market, strategies for maintaining cultural identity, and the financial dynamics affecting broadcasters and content creators.

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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

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 Prime Video, 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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