It was wonderful to attend ShowCanada’s Opening Night Awards Dinner in Banff last week as we celebrated their 40th anniversary!
ShowCanada continues to bring together leaders from across the Canadian and U.S. film exhibition and distribution industry to strengthen industry connections and showcase the future of entertainment. There is no better place to celebrate than Banff, where storytelling truly comes to life in person and on screen.
Our government is proud to support the continued growth of Alberta’s film and television industry, including through an $8 million investment in the Alberta Media Fund in Budget 2026 and a $25,000 contribution through the Alberta Film Commission in support of this year’s ShowCanda event.
⏰ You only have a few more days to vote for the winner of the 2026 @cogecofund Audience Choice Award!
The power is in your hands! Vote by Saturday, May 30 at 10 AM ET at https://t.co/nGfn4pMDiu.
And remember, you can vote 100 times a day! 👀
From documentaries to dramas, Canadian films reflect who we are and the places we call home.
Today, we recognize the filmmakers, skilled crews and creators who help share Canadian stories, including those rooted right here in Alberta.
@AbFilmComm #CanFilmDay#ABFilm
🎬 Special Distribution Panel for Alberta Filmmakers at ShowCanada 2026
Join the Alberta Film Commission at ShowCanada for a focused conversation on theatrical distribution and preparing your next release. The panel takes place May 18, 2026, at the Fairmont Banff Springs, followed by a networking happy hour.
🎤 Speakers include:
– Lauren Jacob, Founder & CEO, Tylite Digital
– Gurbani Marwah, Executive Director, Theatrical Releasing & Film Buying, Cineplex
– Claire Peace-McConnell, Head of PR & Canadian Content Development, VVS Films
– Michael Robson, Senior Director, Theatrical Sales, Elevation Pictures
• 📅 ShowCanada runs May 19–21, 2026
• 💸 Alberta industry professionals save 30% on registration
📧 Contact [email protected] for the discount and [email protected] to RSVP.
🔗 Click the link to learn more and view the full schedule: https://t.co/sJRmUtkVYh
#ShowCanada2026 #AlbertaFilm #FilmDistribution #TheatricalReleases #ScreenIndustry #FilmIndustryNetworking #CanadianFilm #AlbertaFilmmakers
Another Made-in-Alberta movie is hitting the big screen today. 🎬
Reminders of Him was filmed entirely in Alberta — showcasing our province’s incredible landscapes, talented crews and world-class film industry.
Our government is proud to support a growing film and TV sector that brings major productions to Alberta, creates jobs for local talent and shares our province with audiences around the world.
#AlbertaFilm #ABpoli #RemindersOfHim
Reminders of Him hits theatres March 13.
From the author of It Ends with Us and Regretting You, the film features locations in Calgary, Nanton, Bragg Creek, Didsbury, Longview & Kananaskis, with $19.2M in AB production spend!
@UniPicturesCAN#ABFilm
🎬 Join the Clearances and Archival in Documentary Post workshop with Calgary-based archive producer Shely Henry, presented by the Alberta Post Production Association and the Alberta Film Commission.
🗓 March 12, 2026
⏰ 12–1 PM
💻 Live on Zoom
Learn how to source images, use stock media properly, and navigate archival clearances for documentary projects.
Learn more and reserve your tickets: https://t.co/e8dfNI7x2a
#APPA #AlbertaFilm #DocumentaryFilmmaking #ArchivalFootage #FilmPostProduction
🎬 The Alberta-filmed Reminders of Him hits theatres March 13, 2026!
Congratulations to the cast and crew on the release of this Calgary-shot production. Based on the novel by Colleen Hoover, the film was shot in and around Calgary, with scenes featuring Bragg Creek and the Rocky Mountains. Starring Maika Monroe and Rudy Pankow.
Watch the trailer: https://t.co/9lkxKJLn4Y
#AlbertaFilm #CalgaryFilm #RemindersOfHim #YYCFilm #CanadianFilm
Connecting today’s creators with tomorrow’s.
In partnership with @MacEwanU, we're hosting an Industry Insights event during EDI Week focused on breaking into film & television.
Panel + networking
📅 March 17
🕦 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
🎟 Free
Register: https://t.co/yf7m2W7jCV
📺 Now streaming in Canada!
All six seasons of SCTV are available today on Prime Video. The iconic sketch series, created by The Second City Toronto and filmed in Edmonton and Toronto, launched the careers of John Candy, Catherine O'Hara, Eugene Levy and more.
It’s the first time the complete series has streamed in over 20 years.
Click to read the full article: https://t.co/aiTlQWdK4O
#SCTV #NowStreaming #PrimeVideo #CanadianComedy #EdmontonFilm #TorontoFilm #ClassicTV #CanadianTV
#Edmonton is a growing hub for film, TV, and digital media powered by local talent, global studios, and a collaborative creative community.
Let’s keep showing the world how Alberta creators create fearlessly.
@AlbertaFilmComm@EdmontonScreen@YourAlberta#ABFilm
🎥 Emerging and mid-career filmmakers with projects in development are invited to a one-day intensive workshop designed to strengthen your pitch and elevate your project.
Over six hours, you’ll dive into:
🎯 Pitch strategy
📑 Strong pitch materials
🗺️ Development planning
🤝 Intentional networking
💬 Hands-on exercises + live feedback
📅 March 7, 2026 | 10 AM – 4 PM
👉 Register now: https://t.co/cyesoMvosq
📅 March 14, 2026 | 10 AM – 4 PM
👉 Register now: https://t.co/pmOb0TynUt
📍 Directors Guild of Alberta office in Calgary
Spots are limited — don’t miss your chance to refine your pitch and connect with fellow filmmakers.
A new Netflix romance series, The Granville Girls, is set to film in Alberta from May to September, according to the Directors Guild of Canada.
Based on Cat Cahill’s The Gilbert Girls novels, the drama follows a young woman working at a Rockies hotel who falls for its mysterious builder. 💕🏔️
👉 Click to read the full article: https://t.co/1k32dgGmef
A great moment for Alberta‑supported storytelling!
Time Hoppers from Milo Productions, backed by Alberta’s Project Script Development Grant ($15K) is now in theatres across Canada, South Africa & Nigeria.
Proud to see this big screen debut!
Learn more: https://t.co/y44gExYtlz
Alberta’s talent, landscapes and stories continue to shine on the big screen, sharing the rich culture and deep history of our province with audiences at home and around the world.
Can This Love Be Translated? is another example of how investments in our thriving screen industry are boosting our economy, driving tourism, creating jobs and helping solidify Alberta’s place as a premier destination for film and television production.
Alberta’s film and TV grants are driving economic growth!
With $8M invested through the Alberta Media Fund, we’re powering local businesses, creating jobs, and showcasing Alberta’s incredible talent and creativity. Learn more here: https://t.co/8KD68zyKXq
Dr. Robby is Alberta bound! 🎬
Season 2 of The Pitt gives a shout-out to one of Alberta’s world-famous heritage sites: Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump.
As the series celebrates its 2026 Golden Globe wins, we are proud to see how Alberta’s history, stories and cultural landmarks continue to leave a lasting impression on audiences around the world!
Big news for Edmonton’s film community! Our city has been named one of MovieMaker’s Top 25 Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker in North America.
Proud of the filmmakers, studios and crews building great work here every day.
Full announcement: https://t.co/z4CizmzTh3
Alberta filmmakers and creators – this is your chance!
The Alberta Made Production Grant covers 25% of eligible costs (max 125K) for your #MadeinAlberta production.
Applications close January 16.
👉 https://t.co/jPG3u9SFg3
@ABFilmComm
Die My Love, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, filmed in Calgary, Airdrie and Okotoks, heads to the #GoldenGlobes this January.
With our stunning prairies and skilled crews, Alberta is the destination for filmmakers.
Learn more: https://t.co/3WHac6ULyD
#ABFim