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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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.

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.

Global media companies play a pivotal role in the content ecosystem, leveraging their unique positions to adapt to the ever-changing industry. Through innovative partnerships, evolving content strategies and the diversification of their offerings, these companies are defining the future of content creation and distribution. Join top executives as they delve into the challenges and opportunities that shape the content business today. This discussion will explore how these dynamics may create opportunities for independent producers, and what it takes to thrive in a globally connected industry.

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 FOX Entertainment, including an interactive Q&A.

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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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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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Join us for a Content Canada exclusive feature interview with Catherine Tait, President and CEO of CBC/Radio-Canada. Tait will reflect on her six-year tenure at the helm of CBC/Radio-Canada since April 2018, and candidly discuss the challenges and opportunities facing media leaders and public broadcasters in Canada and around the world. Don’t miss this important opportunity to hear from Tait about what comes next, and her thoughts on leadership and the future of the Canadian media industry.

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