Canadian producers say spending on film and TV productions leapt by a record 28 per cent during the second year of the pandemic.
A report from the Canadian Media Producers Association found a “robust rebound” between April 1, 2021 and March 31, 2022.We deliver the local news you need in these turbulent times on weekdays at 3 p.m.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails or any newsletter. Postmedia Network Inc.
But producers say it’s uncertain whether such growth can be sustained, pegging the bump to short-term government funds that helped the industry withstand COVID-19 restrictions and Canadian broadcasters who increased commissions and spending that had dropped earlier in the pandemic.Article contentIt adds that this was the first time Canadian television production increased year-over-year since the 2018/19 period.
“The gap between domestic and service production continues to widen. We look forward to working with all stakeholders to ensure a healthy and balanced production ecosystem for decades to come,” Reynolds Mastin said Wednesday.
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