Film Ontario Information

FilmOntario enables the Screen-based (film, television and interactive media) sector to successfully speak with a strong, focused voice on key issues. Provincially, we concentrate on the political and senior bureaucratic folks at the Ministries such as Finance, Economic Development and Trade, Research & Innovation, and Culture. Our work has resulted in strengthened relationships with all political parties at Queens Park, ensuring a consistent presence on the floor. Key achievements working with government over the past 3 years include: the establishment of a fulltime LA development office; increased tax credits for both domestic and service components of the screen-based sector; a common brand for the sector in Ontario with "You Belong Here"; the establishment of the City of Toronto Film Board, and the establishment of the role of Toronto Film Commissioner; A 2006 PwC Economic Study for the screen-based sector, outlining next steps for both government and industry. FilmOntario has proven the concept that with a focused, educated industry voice, governments will listen, and include us in the process in a much more meaningful way.