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Telefilm Canada - 40 years of partnership
Montreal, March 5, 2007 – “On the occasion of its 40th anniversary, Telefilm Canada is proud to celebrate its contribution and continued commitment to the Canadian audiovisual industry,” said Wayne Clarkson, Executive Director of the Corporation.
Created on March 3, 1967 Telefilm today administers resources totalling $390 million, including the funding programs of the Canadian Television Fund.
“Today the Canadian imagination is more vibrant than ever, as seen on screens both big and small across the country and at international events. The government, the industry and the public can take pride in an agency that remains vital and relevant,” adds Fil Fraser, Acting Chair of the Board.
As it turns 40, Telefilm is celebrating a new era of partnership with the industry. This is seen in its service agreement with the Canadian Television Fund, the creation of the Working Groups for the Canada Feature Film Fund, innovative industry development initiatives, new programs to support regional production, and the public-private partnership behind The Great Canadian Video Game Competition.
Telefilm will continue to provide leadership and vision ensuring that its programs and services adapt to the constantly changing needs of the industry.
Developing and promoting the Canadian audiovisual industry
Telefilm Canada is a federal cultural agency dedicated to the development and promotion of the Canadian audiovisual industry. Telefilm provides financial support to the private sector to create distinctively Canadian productions that appeal to domestic and international audiences. The Corporation also administers the funding programs of the Canadian Television Fund.
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Media inquiries:
Douglas Chow, Deputy Director, Strategic Communications
(514) 283-6363 or 1-800-567-0890,
chowd@telefilm.ca
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