OTTAWA, November 26, 2021 – Today, the CMPA congratulated the Feature Film Stream producers who completed the  International Co-production Accelerator Program (ICAP) this week, and welcomed the upcoming Drama Series Stream producers who will begin the program in early 2022.

The global accelerator program, presented virtually due to COVID-19, features masterclass presentations with industry leaders from across the international production arena. Program participants have the opportunity to engage in training sessions and one-on-one project consultations focused on international financing, content development, legal affairs, distribution, and marketing strategies for feature film and drama series projects.

“ICAP is a great opportunity for producers to create long-lasting global partnerships, and the program’s success illustrates the value of international collaborations,” said Liz Shorten, the CMPA’s Chief Operating Officer. “I wish all the participants the best with their projects in development, and a big thank you to Global Affairs Canada for their support of the program.”

Programming for each stream is tailored to connect producers from around the globe and offer training to advance participants’ projects currently in development. This year’s program included CMPA members from across Canada as well as producers from Ireland, Greece, Sweden, Germany, South Africa, Netherlands, the UK, and the United States.

2021 ICAP Participants – Feature Film Stream

2021 ICAP Participants – Drama Series Stream

ABOUT THE CMPA’S INTERNATIONAL CO-PRODUCTION ACCELERATOR PROGRAM

The International Co-production Accelerator Program (ICAP) is a CMPA initiative that aims to facilitate international cooperation between Canadian and international production companies for the creation of feature film and scripted series. The goal is to create project partnerships and long-lasting business relationships between Canadian and international production companies. ICAP is made possible through funding contribution from the Global Affairs Canada, CanExport for Associations Program.

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ABOUT THE CMPA
The Canadian Media Producers Association is the national advocacy organization for independent producers, representing hundreds of companies engaged in the development, production, and distribution of English-language content made for television, cinema, and digital media channels. We work to promote the continued success of the Canadian production sector and to ensure a bright future for the diverse content made by our members for both domestic and international audiences.  cmpa.ca

For more information:

Kyle O’Byrne
Manager, Media Relations & Communications, CMPA
kyle.obyrne@cmpa.ca