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 Bell Media, including an interactive Q&A.

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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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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.

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, 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.

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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AI expert Jason Mitchell, founder of The Connected Set, will make his Canadian speaking debut in this game-changing keynote presentation. This can’t-miss ‘super-session’ will provide a rapid-fire overview and demonstration of dozens of user-friendly AI tools being deployed by the screen-based industry, providing delegates with a comprehensive toolkit they can draw upon to significantly enhance their projects and business. The presentation will cover the entire lifecycle of content – from idea conception to program delivery and distribution, offering practical insights to help delegates maintain a competitive advantage in an increasingly AI-powered industry.

Join SVP Content Strategy & Acquisitions for Pluto TV International, Kat Kowalski, as she sits down to discuss the global business of FAST. FAST channels offer a compelling alternative that combines the appeal of linear TV with the flexibility of streaming, and have rapidly become an industry mainstay. Hear about Pluto TV’s growth and content strategies, the types of content that is resonating with audiences, and what the future holds for the global business of FAST.