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Canadian Film Commissioners Unite to Champion Industry Growth
On May 31, film commissioners representing multiple levels of government across Canada gathered in Vancouver to assess the feasibility of a nationwide film commission network. Hosted by the Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) in partnership with the Quebec Film and Television Council (QFTC), the summit underscored the widespread demand by Canadian film offices to build and strengthen a supportive network for film commissions across the country. -
Vancouver VR companies to storm world’s largest marketplace for animation business
Among the programming surrounding Vancouver’s VR Day is a curated panel discussion moderated by VEC’s Nancy Basi on the topic of Immersive Realities: Prepare New Talents and Business for Tomorrow’s Challenges. This discussion on the industry’s benefits, best practices and challenges features leaders from Magic Leap, Wacom, Association France Immersive and the VRARA Vancouver’s president Dan Burgar. -
10 Job Applicant Tips (To Make the Most of our Career Fair)
In preparation for our annual Vancouver Digital Entertainment Career Fair we asked some our hiring studios to share their advice on how best to prep for the event. -
Over 400 Jobs up for grabs at North America’s Largest Digital Entertainment Career Fair
Returning for its eighth year on April 6 (Saturday) the Vancouver Digital Entertainment Career Fair is North America’s largest annual hiring fair for the digital entertainment industry, expecting more than 3,500 professionals to meet with hiring representatives from Vancouver’s top companies. -
Animation Business Exchange Delivers New Corridor for Canada–UK Animation
London & Vancouver draw closer in wake of recently inked Creative MOU Vancouver, Canada / London, England – This Thursday, the Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) will welcome a U.K. delegation led by Film... -
New Study: $3.8 billion spent by Film & TV and VFX & Animation industries in 2017
According to the data from our independent study, the total spend of B.C.’s film & TV industry has more than doubled in the last six years, from an estimated $1.6 billion in 2012 to $3.8 billion in 2017 – an increase of 135 per cent. -
Vancouver: Home of Deadpool’s Alter-ego, Ryan Reynolds
Enter Tourism Vancouver’s “Vancouver: Home of Deadpool’s Alter-ego, Ryan Reynolds” campaign sweepstakes to win a grand prize trip for two to Vancouver inspired by Canada’s favourite anti-hero’s antics -
Vancouver Career Fair for screen-based industries proves the city’s leadership in Animation, Effects, and Gaming
There’s a good reason why Vancouver is known colloquially as Hollywood North. Not only does it feature as the backdrop for movies from Fifty Shades of Grey to Deadpool, it’s also the home of animation studios such as Industrial Light & Magic and Image Engine—responsible for the visual effects in household names like Star Wars and Game of Thrones. With increasing numbers of big-budget productions choosing the city, the call for talent is enormous. -
Vancouver, British Columbia is back to Level Up at the Biggest Mobile Games Conference in Europe
The Level Up: Vancouver, British Columbia pavilion is back for a third year in LONDON! Jointly organized by the Province of British Columbia, VEC and DigiBC, the pavilion features top studios from the Vancouver, BC region. -
A Leader among Vancouver’s Producers & Financiers: Brenda Gilbert & BRON
Brenda Gilbert is co-president and co-founder of BRON and president of BRON Animation. She has been active in film and media initiatives for more than 15 years, and has produced, executive produced, or co-executive produced several productions, including Mighty Mighty Monsters, Henchmen, I Saw the Light, The Birth of a Nation, Monster, and Beatriz at Dinner. -
VEC Statement on Amazon HQ2 RFP
The Amazon HQ2 Project has concluded. Please refer here for an update. For information on the context of the Amazon HQ2 Project, please refer to Amazon's announcement and to the RFP document itself. VEC... -
Atom hawk Announces New Canada Studio
Vancouver, BC - Digital art and design company, Atomhawk, today announced the opening of a new studio in Vancouver, Canada. Atomhawk Director and founder, Ron Ashtiani, says: “We’re extremely excited to be expanding our... -
Research Study shows need for events like Vancouver Tech Showcase
We need events like the Vancouver Tech Showcase to not only maintain our standing as Canada’s top startup ecosystem, but to increase our competitiveness on a global scale. -
Applications for the Summer Capital Mentorship Program are OPEN
Are you an entrepreneur looking to sharpen your pitch and prepare yourself for $1M+ in investment capital? The next installment of the Discovery Foundation Capital Mentorship Program offers a 4-week program for up to 16 entrepreneurs. -
Spring Launches Canada’s First Global Impact Accelerator Program
The Global Impact Accelerator Program at Spring is the first in Canada to focus on global impact businesses looking to move to Canada and make the world a better place through their ventures. -
Taking the Measure of Global Film Production: A Chat with David Shepheard (Part Two)
Countless investment deals, co-production agreements, new films and infrastructure projects are conceived, negotiated and announced at major festivals. Behind the red-carpet glitz and designer-brand trappings at the exclusive Festival de Cannes is its... -
Sustainability Goes Beyond Green at Conference in Detroit
At times the conversation around corporate responsibility seems stuck – not surprising in a field where companies are trying to use the power of their products and services to solve some of... -
New Global Talent Stream to help Canadian businesses support the creation of good jobs for Canadians
Minister Hajdu meets with industry leaders on the Global Talent Stream The Government of Canada’s new Global Talent Stream will create good, middle-class jobs in our country by helping innovative companies in Canada access the... -
Presenting 6 of Vancouver’s Emerging Seed-Stage Startups
The Vancouver Tech Showcase is a highly curated deal flow event designed to accelerate follow-on funding through deep dive sessions with investors. -
Are you an investor looking for top dealflow in Vancouver?
On May 29, the Vancouver Economic Commission and Highline Beta invite you to the second Vancouver Tech Showcase, to look behind the scenes of Canada’s #1 startup ecosystem and engage with Vancouver’s...