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Claiming space on screen for Canadian Black storytellers.

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BSO’s Foundational Anti-Black Racism Training helps leaders and mentors build the skills to navigate difficult conversations, understand anti-racism frameworks, and take meaningful action within their organizations.

Register now: https://t.co/rDavidWtMn

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Congratulations to Diane De La Haye, David Cox, and Brandon Calder — this year's Access Canada Delegation! We're proud to support them as they build networks, grow their visibility, and connect with decision-makers across the Canadian and international screen industries.

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Shamier Anderson steps behind the lens for his directorial debut, Call Me Tim — an 18-min mockumentary premiering at #TIFF2026's Short Cuts.
He wrote, directed & stars, alongside Amanda Brugel, Fefe Dobson & more. Cheers to the team!

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Congrats to Henri Pardo — 2026 recipient of the Charles Officer Legacy Award from @TIFF_TheMarket & @CBC!

Join BSO + Pardo at the Canadian Pavilion, TIFF: The Market, Sept 15, 1:30–4:30 PM EST for a conversation on his journey. "Making the films, opening the doors."

#TIFF26

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Congratulations to the 16 Black Canadian screen industry professionals joining the BSO delegation at TIFF: The Market 2026! From market prep to curated industry connections, we're behind you every step.

#BSO #TIFF2026

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The students were ready. Is the media industry?

On July 31, @BLKScreenOffice's Joan Jenkinson & Vanessa Case sat down with students from @tvo's Black Student Summer Leadership Program — and left with more questions than they came with.

Discover how
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😎🎬 @LIFTfilm's Open Screening - August 2026 will be on Thursday, August 20, 2026. Admission is Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC), suggested $5.00.

This is an opportunity to show new films, audiovisual experiments, found footage and works-in-progress.

Details: https://t.co/SnC4wHzliq

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Playback Canada: CBC's Sandra Kleinfeld to retire, Michelle McCree to succeed her

Read more: https://t.co/7cVSojPOPr

#CBC #Documentary #CanadianTV #ThePassionateEye

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Round 6 of the Rogers-BSO Script Development Fund is now open. BSO + CISF are supporting Black and racialized writers with funding, mentorship, and direct pitch opportunities to producers and streamers.

Apply by Aug 28, 2026: https://t.co/smVXiqRf4z

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Let this day inspire meaningful conversations, learning, and action—not only today, but every day.

Happy Emancipation Day.

#EmancipationDay #August1 #BlackHistory #BlackExcellence #BlackCommunities #Freedom #Equity #Inclusion #AntiRacism #CelebrateBlackHistory #Canada #BSO

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On August 1, we honour the resilience, strength, and legacy of those who fought for our freedom.

Emancipation Day marks the abolition of slavery across the British Empire in 1834. It is a time to reflect on our shared history, [MORE]

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recognize the lasting contributions of Black communities, and recommit to building a more just and equitable future.

As we celebrate, we also remember that the pursuit of freedom, opportunity, and equality continues.

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CMF promotes Kelly-Ann Jones to new director role

The Canada Media Fund (CMF) has appointed Kelly-Ann Jones (pictured) to the newly created role of director, audience research, effective immediately.

Read more: https://t.co/x3bhBw9tQJ

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SODEC invests $1.2M across 22 docs, scripted features
The development funding will be distributed across 13 scripted features, nine docs and one animated project.

Read more: https://t.co/XMVbfIJYnl

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Canadian Academy names fifth Executive Residency Program cohort

The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (Canadian Academy) has unveiled the seven participants selected for the fifth cohort of its Executive Residency Program.

Read more: https://t.co/B6PVxTIdK2

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The Difference Access Makes.

Through the BSO's Executive Pathways Accelerator, Akhaji transformed years of expertise into greater visibility, stronger executive relationships, and opportunities to shape strategic conversations within her organization.

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