OTTAWA & SEOUL, December 17, 2025 – The Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA) and the Producers Guild of Korea (PGK) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to promote international co-production opportunities between the Canadian and Korean screen-based production sectors.

As both governments advance efforts toward a modernized co-production treaty, the MOU establishes a collaborative framework between the two associations, which represent independent film and media producers in Canada and Korea.

The agreement builds on Canadian trade missions to Korea that took place in 2024 and 2025, as part of the Year of Cultural Exchanges between Canada and Korea. It also follows the recent delegation to Busan in September 2025, where Canadian producers attended the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM), with Canada being the country of focus at the Producers Hub.

The MOU will provide a foundation for future collaboration, particularly following the completion of a modernized co-production treaty between the two countries, which is expected to be announced in 2026.

This new partnership will also be reflected during the CMPA’s flagship industry event, Prime Time, taking place in Ottawa in 2026. The CMPA will welcome a delegation of Korean producers to its annual conference, where visiting producers will have the opportunity to connect with their Canadian counterparts, explore collaboration opportunities, and grow their networks.

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“Canada’s exceptional talent, great crews, and innovative spirit create a perfect backdrop for collaboration. Alongside Korea’s vibrant cultural heritage, strong technological advances, and a dynamic industry presence, this partnership unlocks exciting possibilities for crafting captivating content that resonates with global audiences.

– Reynolds Mastin, President and CEO, CMPA

“Given the strengths of our two production sectors, there is a massive opportunity for Canadian and Korean producers to create what could be some of the most compelling content on the planet. This MOU gives producers in both countries a powerful path forward to get new projects produced and is an important step on the road to a modernized co-production treaty.”

– Kyle Irving, CMPA Board Chair / Co-Owner and Executive Producer, Eagle Vision

“It is deeply meaningful to establish an official partnership between the film and media producer organizations of Korea and Canada through this MOU. While Canada serves as a gateway connecting North America and Europe, Korea has established itself as a dynamic creative hub in Asia. We look forward to seeing the exceptional creators and production talent from both nations come together—supported by close collaboration among producers—to bring bolder and more creative global content to audiences around the world.”

— Lee Dong-ha, President, Producers Guild of Korea (PGK)

Read the MOU here.

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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. For more than 75 years, the CMPA has worked 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

ABOUT THE PGK

The Producers Guild of Korea (PGK) is where the driving force of Korean cinema comes together. From CEOs of leading production companies to creative producers and on-set line producers, PGK unites the professionals who bring Korean films to life.

Since its establishment in 2008, PGK has stood as a strong partner to producers through project development support, specialized training, advocacy and welfare initiatives, and international collaboration. With 279 active members, PGK continues to amplify the creativity and competitiveness of Korean cinema on the global stage. en.pgk.or.kr

For more information:

CMPA
Gamiela Fereg
Senior Manager, Media Relations & Communications, CMPA
gamiela.fereg@cmpa.ca 

PGK
Jin HAN
Director, International Committee
hanpidi@gmail.com