Response from BIPOC TV & Film on the Canada Media Fund's 2024-2027 EDIA Strategy
We commend the CMF on the recent release of its 2024-27 Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Strategy this past Monday. BIPOC TV & Film is heartened to see a commitment to structural change, inclusivity, and accessibility embedded throughout CMF’s future programs.
The Best Career Plan for Newcomers in Canada is to Stay Unemployed
“For a country that prides itself on being welcoming to foreigners, the entertainment industry often fails to integrate the talents and experiences of immigrant professionals, specifically those who are new to the country.” - Written by guest contributor Leandro Matos
BIPOC TV & Film commends permanent funding for the Indigenous Screen Office
BIPOC TV & Film commends today’s announcement from the Ministry of Canadian Heritage regarding permanent funding for the Indigenous Screen Office.
CDCE Recommendations on Generative AI and Copyright in the Creative Sector
Generative AI is the latest disruption in the cultural sector, presenting opportunities and threats to the way we work, how we protect our creative work, and the value we place on human creativity and innovation. In this light, the CDCE has presented recommendations to the Government Canada in response to the ISED’s consultation on Copyright in the Age of Generative Artificial Intelligence.
Advocacy, Policy and Research 2023 Round Up
We’ve been doing a lot of reflecting as we wind down operations for the year. Let's revisit a few of these pivotal moments in our Advocacy, Policy and Research Round-Up of 2023.
Via Playback: BIPOC TV & Film discusses system inequities at CRTC hearings
Representatives of BIPOC TV & Film call for systemic change at the CRTC hearings on the modernization of the Canadian broadcasting system (November 24, 2023 | Gatineau, QC).
WGC, IATSE strike deal to represent script coordinators
Three years after BIPOC TV & Film circled a petition for the inclusion of script coordinators in the Writers’ Guild of Canada, an agreement was reached between the Guild and IATSE to extend union representation to script coordinators working in Canada.
Unequivocal Solidarity: BIPOC TV & Film reaffirms support for the Indigenous Screen Office
BIPOC TV & Film supports the Indigenous Screen Office in their call for an earlier decision on their request for increased and stable funding. Read more of our statement.
End the Lock Out: BIPOC TV & Film stands in solidarity with ACTRA commercial performers
In solidarity with ACTRA commercial performers across Canada in their fight for fair and equitable wages and safe working conditions.
Black women are leading a new era in Canadian film and television
Black women are revolutionizing the Canadian film and TV industry, writes Sam Chizanga for NOW Toronto.