Events

In 1991, Inside Out celebrated its first film and video festival with a small community of people who yearned to see film and video created by and about lesbians, gays, bisexuals and trans (LGBT) people.

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS - True North is a ground-breaking conference that will bring together 2,000+ visionaries, leading influencers, innovators and policymakers for an honest and critical conversation about how we reaffirm tech as a force for good in the world.

CBC executives from Scripted Drama, Comedy, Unscripted and CBC Kids, representing both television and digital platforms, will be in Vancouver next month to hold an information session for writers, creators and producers as well as take 70 one-on-one pitch meetings.

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS - Reaching across film, television and new media, the Produced By Conference is an educational forum conducted by acclaimed producers, including numerous Oscar and Emmy award winners, as well as the next generation of creative entrepreneurs. 

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS - For 38 years, the Banff World Media Festival has brought top leaders from across the evolving media landscape to the heart of the Canadian Rockies for a totally unique experience.

Members are invited to participate in the SelectUSA Investment Summit, to be held June 20 - 22, 2018 in Washington, D.C. SelectUSA offers a unique opportunity for any Canadian company interested in expanding into the United States and learning more about how to maximize their success south of the border.

JFL ComedyPRO is the most important annual global gathering of the biggest players in the comedy world that explores all facets of comedy.

Industry registration for TIFF 2018 is now open! Access screenings, networking opportunities, Industry locations, and the renowned Industry Conference by selecting a pass that best meets your business needs.

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS- The Toronto Screenwriting Conference (TSC) is a two-day weekend event that brings together screen-based industry professionals and offers them advanced level of skills development and networking unparalleled by any other screenwriting event on the continent.

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS - Hundreds of podcasters, vloggers and web series creators will gather from across Canada and around the world to screen their series and partake in the festival’s panel programming.

In anticipation of the upcoming Ontario election, the CMPA is co-hosting an election town hall with Film Ontario and the Academy.

UBCP/ACTRA Diversity and Inclusion Committee will be holding a live script reading of an episode of "Friends". Under the guidance of our director, Carmen Aguirre, we hope to showcase our incredible pool of diverse talent, encourage engagers to think beyond the typical casting, and further discussions as to how we can foster more opportunities for UBCP/ACTRA members from diverse communities.

Telefilm Canada invites its clients from the Atlantic region to come meet members of its senior management team as we go over recent successes, discuss hot topics and give you the scoop on our strategic priorities for the next six months.

Telefilm Canada invites its clients from the Atlantic region to come meet members of its senior management team as we go over recent successes, discuss hot topics and give you the scoop on our strategic priorities for the next six months.

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS - DOXA is presented by The Documentary Media Society, a Vancouver based non-profit, charitable society (incorporated in 1998) devoted to presenting independent and innovative documentaries to Vancouver audiences.

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS - Learn the key storytelling secrets to write, produce and edit dramatic comedies that reach vast audiences on heartfelt levels. And network with other film and TV industry professionals in a relaxed atmosphere. CMPA members receive 20% OFF registration under the "Guild Member" category.

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS - Hot Docs, North America’s largest documentary festival, offers an outstanding selection of over 200 films from Canada and around the world to Toronto audiences of more than 200,000. The 2018 Hot Docs Festival will run April 26 to May 6, 2018.

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS - Vancouver Web Fest & Conference (VWF) is the premier festival focused on the world’s digital storytelling industry.

CMPA-BC is pleased to present for our members a day of presentations from national and provincial funding organizations, including CMF, CAVCO, Telefilm Canada, Bell Fund, Shaw Rocket Fund, TELUS Fund, and Creative BC.

Presented annually by the BANFF World Media Festival, BANFF Connect TO is an exclusive networking event connecting producers, broadcasters, distributors, content creators and executives across the film, television, advertising and digital media industries.

DISCOUNT FOR CMPA MEMBERS - There are unique considerations for leading teams in interactive and convergent media. Often overseeing 4 key areas converging: creative, technology, finance, and policy, the leadership role’s creative challenge is the human factor. At our March iLunch, award-winning producer Victoria Evans of Digital Vic will share practical insights into effective leadership for teams creating digital content.

CBC B&R would like to invite CMPA members to attend upcoming "Connecting with Communities" sessions across the country, with the first in our nation's capital. The focus will be Working With Indies: A round table conversation between new and emerging independent producers and the CBC staff who work with them. 

Please join CASO (Computer Animation Studios of Ontario) with SIRT for a full day's active sharing of learning, hands-on with test materials, content solutions and potential business partners, (including company testing booths), along with several panels on business development and commercial research opportunities.

The Directors Guild of Canada is delighted to invite you to an exclusive pre-broadcast screening of SYFY's Toronto-shot The Expanse season 3 opener, followed by an extensive discussion breaking down key design, VFX, editing and workflow elements with many of the key creatives.

Harassment is an issue at the forefront of many workplaces today, whether in the office, on set or at a remote location. As the employers, producers have unique responsibilities, obligations and liabilities. To learn how to keep your workplaces and your business safe, we are presenting a workshop with Janice Rubin and Cory Boyd.

Kidscreen's premier annual event, which has quickly grown into the world's leading conference on the business of kids entertainment, hosting nearly 2,000 attendees from around the world. Top decision- and deal-makers attend to engage in critical dialogue, network and find new ideas that will drive their businesses forward.