MANITOBA ANNOUNCES A 30% ALL SPEND FILM TAX CREDIT - THE HIGHEST SPEND CREDIT IN CANADA
FOUR NODS FOR MANITOBA ARTISTS AT 2010 JUNO AWARDS
MANITOBA PRODUCED ‘RUNAWAY’ NOMINATED FOR GENIE
2010-2011 MARKET DRIVEN FILM & TELEVISION PROGRAM DEADLINES
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC WELCOMES JASON SMITH AS MANAGER, MUSIC PROGRAMS
MANITOBA ANNOUNCES A 30% ALL SPEND FILM TAX CREDIT - THE HIGHEST SPEND CREDIT IN CANADA
Winnipeg, Manitoba - March 24, 2010 – The Manitoba Provincial Government announced that it has introduced a new tax credit that will give producers the option to go for either a 30% tax credit on all eligible local expenditures, including labour, or use the existing up to 65%* labour tax credit. This new option will be available for productions that start principal photography after March 2010. In addition to the introduction of Manitoba’s new tax credit, which is the highest all spend credit in Canada, the Province also renewed the existing labour credit which was set to expire March 1, 2011 for another three years until March 1, 2014.
The introduction of a Manitoba-spend credit is a clear signal to the film and television industry that Manitoba is committed to maintaining its place as one of Canada’s key production centres. The labour based tax credit led the way in the development of a strong indigenous industry, infrastructure and skilled crews and attracted production from around the world, and now, with the option of a 30% credit on all eligible local expenditures, an incentive exists to support and grow local infrastructure. Productions will assess whether the *up to 65% labour credit or the 30% all-spend credit, which includes labour, will be more beneficial, and this will depend on the nature of each particular production.
Carole Vivier, CEO of MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC stated, “Manitoba was the first in Canada to introduce a Frequent Filming Bonus, along with a labour tax credit that is the best in Canada. As the world’s economic situation continues to shift; we have to be readily competitive with other jurisdictions that have amended or added all spend incentives. As proven in the past, this new spend incentive will stimulate further growth in Manitoba’s film industry and infrastructure. With this increase, the provincial government has demonstrated that the film and television sectors are worth continued investment. We are very excited of what’s to come as a result and very thankful for the continued support from the Province.”
Tara Walker, Executive Director of On Screen Manitoba added, “The film and television industry is important both to the economic and cultural well-being of our province. It contributed $365 million to the economy from 2003/04 to 2007/08, employing thousands of Manitobans and helping showcase Manitoba to the world.”
We thank the Province for continuing to recognize the value of the screen-based media industry in Manitoba's growing knowledge-based economy. This innovative Manitoba Spend incentive will provide a much needed boost to our competitive advantages and is designed to support our indigenous industry and attract productions from outside the province, which will save jobs and protect our industry infrastructure.”
Jamie Brown, CEO of Frantic Films commented, “We are very pleased that the government has taken steps to ensure that Manitoba remains competitive in the multi-billion dollar Canadian film and television industry. Their decision today will maintain and create new jobs and opportunities for Manitobans.”
Full details of the amended Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit when available.
For more information please contact:
Carole Vivier
CEO & Film Commissioner
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC
carole@mbfilmmusic.ca
Office: 204-947-2040
www.mbfilmmusic.ca
or
Tara Walker
Executive Director
On Screen Manitoba
tara@onscreenmanitoba.com
Cell: 204-290-8537
Office: 204-927-5893
www.onscreenmanitoba.com
FOUR NODS FOR MANITOBA ARTISTS AT 2010 JUNO AWARDS
WINNIPEG – March 3, 2010 - Manitoba artists have four chances to bring home hardware at the 2010 JUNO Awards in St. John’s this April. The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced nominees early on March 3 in Toronto, broadcasting live on CTV’s website.
Country rock act Doc Walker has a chance to bring home Country Recording of the Year for the second year in a row, this time for it latest release, Go. The trio picked up the award last year for its previous release, Beautiful Life, and was also named Group of the Year at the 2009 Canadian Country Music Awards in September. Doc Walker is also up for Favourite Country Artist/Group at this year’s Independent Music Awards, which will be held in Toronto on March 13 during Canadian Music Week.
Singer/songwriter Romi Mayes is nominated for Roots & Traditional Album of the Year: Solo for her latest independent release, Achin’ In Yer Bones. Mayes was a double winner at the 2009 Western Canadian Music Awards in October, bringing home Roots Solo Recording of the Year and Songwriter of the Year. This is Mayes’ first Juno nomination.
A two-time Juno winner, acclaimed singer/songwriter Steve Bell is nominated for Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the Year for his latest release, Devotions, out on Winnipeg-based label Signpost Music.
Another previous Juno winner, Brandon-born violinist James Ehnes is up for Classical Album of the Year: Solo or Chamber Ensemble for his latest effort, James Ehnes plays Paganini 24 Caprices.
Winners will be announced at the JUNO Gala Dinner & Awards on April 17, and the 2010 JUNO Awards broadcast on CTV on April 18 in St. John’s, NL.
For a complete list of 2010 JUNO Awards nominees, go to www.junoawards.ca.
Sara Stasiuk, Executive Director
Manitoba Music
P: 204.942.8650
F: 204.942.6083
E: sara@manitobamusic.com
www.manitobamusic.com
Tannis Hogue, Communications and Marketing Representative
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC
P: 204.947.2040 x 16
F: 204.956.5261
E: tannis@mbfilmmusic.ca
www.mbfilmmusic.ca
MANITOBA PRODUCED ‘RUNAWAY’ NOMINATED FOR GENIE
WINNIPEG, MB - March 1, 2010: The Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television has announced the nominations for the 30th Annual Genie Awards. Manitoba Film & Music and On Screen Manitoba are pleased to congratulate the Manitoba production Runaway that has been nominated for Best Animated Short. The 30th Genie Awards will take place Monday, April 12, 2010 in Toronto, Ontario at the Guvernment / Kool Haus Entertainment Complex. Broadcast details will be announced later in the upcoming weeks.
Runaway was executive produced by Derek Mazur of the National Film Board and animated by Cordell Barker. The 9-minute short features a driverless train in which happy passengers are having a great time, oblivious to the fate that awaits them around the bend. The ensuing crisis leads to a class struggle that is as amusing as it is merciless – with everyone equal in the end.
Carole Vivier, CEO of Manitoba Film & Music exclaimed, "A joyous congratulations from Manitoba Film & Music to Cordell Barker, Derek Mazur and Michael Scott on today's nomination for Runaway, in the Best Animated Short category. Runaway was a crowd favourite not only as part of our recent Manitoba Film & Music Showcase, but also at Toronto International Film Festival and Sundance Film Festival in Utah. We are so proud of Cordell Barker the team at National Film Board-Canada for creating yet another show-stopping animated experience in Runaway that continues a legacy of them shining a brilliant creative light on Manitoba for the world to see."
Screening at top film festivals such as Tiff, Cannes and Sundance, Runaway has been a great success. In 2009, the film was awarded the Le Petit Rail d'Or for Best Short Film in Cannes, as well as the Jury's Special Award at the Annecy International Animated Film Festival.
“Runaway is a testament to the creativity that lives and thrives in Manitoba. Along with the help of artist focused centers like the NFB, Manitoba will continue to create top quality content that is internationally appreciated and recognized. It is so wonderful to have indigenous productions nominated for such a prestigious award as the Geminis, which recognizes the best in Canadian talent. Congratulations and good luck to all the incredible people involved in the creation of Runaway.” added Tara Walker, Executive Director, On Screen Manitoba.
This is the third short by the Winnipeg-born Barker, and his third Genie nomination for Best Animated Short. He previously won the Genie for The Cat Came Back in 1989 and was nominated for Strange Invaders in 2001.
For a complete list of the Genie Nominations, please visit www.genieawards.ca.
For more information please contact:
Megan Deaust
Marketing & Membership Manager
On Screen Manitoba
Phone: 204.927.5898
Fax: 204.943.4007
megan@onscreenmanitoba.com
www.onscreenmanitoba.com
Tannis Hogue
Communications & Marketing Representative
Manitoba Film & Music
Phone: 204.947.2040 X 16
Fax: 204. 956.5261
tannis@mbfilmmusic.ca
www.mbfilmmusic.ca
2010-2011 MARKET DRIVEN FILM & TELEVISION PROGRAM DEADLINES
March 1, 2010 - Winnipeg, Manitoba - MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC is pleased to announce the 2010- 2011 Film and Television Production Financing deadlines. Production Financing deadlines have been set as follows:
MARKET DRIVEN TELEVISION PRODUCTION PROGRAM
Deadline: Drama AND Non-Drama > Monday, April 26, 2010
Important Notes:
1) All applications must have 75% of financing confirmed and supporting commitment letters must be submitted with the application in order to be considered;
2) The first day of principal photography MUST occur AFTER March 31, 2010 and/or hard prep must occur after March 15, 2010;
3) Applicants are advised that the deadline will be strictly enforced and LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
4) Applicants are advised that complete documentation is required on submission of applications.
5) Applicants must be in good standing (not in default) with MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC at the time of application.
6) Manitoba Film & Music will make best efforts to announce decisions by June, 2010.
MARKET DRIVEN FEATURE FILM PRODUCTION PROGRAM
There is no deadline for market driven feature film production applications. Applications for feature film production financing may be made throughout the year. Funds will be committed on a first come first serve basis dependent upon availability of funding, upon confirmed financing for the project, and upon satisfying the respective eligibility criteria.
MARKET DRIVEN TELEVISION AND FEATURE FILM DEVELOPMENT FINANCING PROGRAM:
There is no deadline for development financing programs for either market driven television or market driven feature film. Applications for the development financing programs may be made throughout the year. Funds will be committed on a first come first serve basis dependent availability of funding, upon confirmed financing, and upon satisfying the eligibility criteria.
All film guidelines and applications are available on our website at www.mbfilmmusic.ca. For further information on production equity guidelines, please contact Sebastien Nasse, Senior Analyst - Film, Television, & Tax Credits at sebastien@mbfilmmusic.ca. For further information on development financing please contact Andrea Kaptein, Development Analyst/Film Programs Administration at andrea@mbfilmmusic.ca.
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC exists so that our film and sound industries flourish! MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC participates in the on-going development of Manitoba’s motion picture and music industries by way of equity investments, loans, recoupable advances and financial contributions in the areas of development and production. As well, MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC administers the Manitoba Film and Video Production Tax Credit, which is a tax credit of up to 65%* (*base rate = 45%, plus 10% Frequent Filming Bonus, 5% Rural Bonus and 5% Manitoba Producer Bonus). MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC is a statutory corporation funded by the Province of Manitoba through the Department of Culture, Heritage, and Tourism.
For Further information contact:
Louise O’Brien-Moran, Manager, Film Programs
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC
Phone: 204-947-2040
Fax: 204-956-5261
Louise@mbfilmmusic.ca
www.mbfilmmusic.ca
MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC WELCOMES JASON SMITH AS MANAGER, MUSIC PROGRAMS
October 16, 2010 - Winnipeg, Manitoba - MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC (MFM) is pleased to announce the welcome addition of Jason Smith as the corporation’s Music Programs Manager.
Prior to joining MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC, Jason has enjoyed success for over two decades in many positions within the local, national and international music industries. He has had 14 years experience as co-owner and operator of record label, Smallman Records (with over 50 releases internationally and over 100,000 albums sold to date); as production manager with Paquin Entertainment; production manager of Edgefest, concert production work for The Union and Live Nation concerts; MUCH MUSIC and the Music West Festival; and as a musician for five years as lead guitar, vocals and manager with Twelve Eyes.
“We are so thrilled with Jason’s decision to join MFM as Manager of Music Programs,” acknowledged Carole Vivier, CEO of MFM. “Jason brings with him over 20 years experience in every facet of the music industry: as a musician, production manager, concert promoter, agent, manager and most recently co-owner of record label, Smallman Records since 1996. Jason is passionate about growing Manitoba’s music talent pool and possesses an entrepreneurial spirit that includes cutting edge knowledge of the ins and outs of what’s involved in the successful growth of a musician. We are delighted that Jason has accepted the position and look forward to working with him closely to continue to see Manitoba’s music industry flourish.”
“I couldn’t be more excited to join the amazing staff at Manitoba Film & Music,” Smith noted. “I have been utilizing their programs for over 10 years and have always admired and respected the outstanding work they do both in Manitoba and abroad. I look forward to adding my efforts in assisting Manitoba artists reach their full potential, and continuing to let the world know the great wealth of talent we possess.”
Jason Smith will begin his position as Manager, Music Programs with MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC on October 26, 2009. Should you wish to contact him after this time, he can be reached via email at: jason@mbfilmmusic.ca or by phone at 204.947.2040 x 12.
The Manitoba Film & Sound Recording Development Corporation (MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC) is a statutory corporation of government proclaimed under the Manitoba Film and Sound Recording Development Corporation Act funded by the Province of Manitoba through the Department of Culture, Heritage, Tourism and Sport. The management of MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC reports directly to the Board of Directors appointed by the Lieutenant Governor. MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC supports Manitoba film and music through our objectives, which are to create, stimulate, employ and invest in Manitoba by developing and promoting Manitoba companies, producing, distributing and marketing of film, television, video and music recording projects, as well as to promote Manitoba as a film location for off-shore production companies. MANITOBA FILM & MUSIC EXISTS SO OUR FILM & MUSIC INDUSTRIES FLOURISH!
FOR INQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT:
Tannis Hogue
Communications & Marketing Representative
Manitoba Film & Music
410-93 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg, MB. R3B 3B1
phone: 204-947-2040 x 16
email: tannis@mbfilmmusic.ca