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Hello friends and colleagues!

Summer is finally kicking into high gear and there is so much Manitoba content to enjoy!

The wait is almost over! Little House on the Prairie will premiere on Netflix on July 9. Check out the new trailer here.

Hungry for some Manitoba documentaries? Check out Kelekis - 81 Years In The Chips (2013), and Perogy! (2012) on the Manitoba Documentary Archive (MBDA) YouTube Channel to get your fill.

Get outside and be entertained, at one of the following MFM-supported festivals:

We hope you enjoy the sunshine and the wealth of local talent on offer. See you in July!

~From the team at MFM

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What to do this summer, as inspired by locally shot movies and TV shows

It’s summer – officially, finally –  and the time when Manitobans really shine. We make the most of our warmest season like no other! Whether you’re looking for something rustic and low key, or something metropolitan and chic, we’ve got some ideas for your Manitoba staycation.

And of course, we’ve used some locally filmed movies as inspiration for our list:

1. Birds Hill Park

The Long Walk (available on STARZ) shot across the province, including Birds Hill Park. Enjoy a hiking and beach day, just 30 minutes north of Winnipeg. Also shot in Birds Hill Park: Tales From the Loop, and Flag Day (both available on Prime).

2. Winnipeg Beach and Lilac Resort

Set in the fictional town of Plummerville, USA, the film Nobody 2 filmed in Winnipeg Beach and Lilac Resort, 20 minutes east of Winnipeg. Experience Manitoba cottage country in Winnipeg Beach or do some camping and water sliding at Lilac Resort. Check out Nobody 2 now, on Amazon Prime.

3. Fort Garry Hotel

Stay in the city, and get fancy, at the Fort Garry Hotel. Inspired by Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice (available on Disney +), you could see live music, have a stellar meal or get pampered at Ten Spa.

4. Rustic camping experience

Leave the cell phone behind, ditch the modern comforts and get rustic – a camping experience inspired by Little House on the Prairie reboot, which will hit Netflix on July 9. Recreate the Little House feeling by camping under the stars.

5. Check out a Sea Bears game

Inspired by the basketball movie Champions (available now on Crave), watch a Sea Bears game at Canada Life Centre, where the film shot. If you haven’t experienced the excitement of the last two minutes of a CEBL game, it’s time you did!

6. Lac du Bonnet

You may not want to recreate the drama or suspense of Hair of the Bear, but you could have a lovely time in its filming location of Lac du Bonnet. Enjoy the lake, go for a hike, play a round of golf, or spend time in the welcoming town. And then check out the film on Crave.

Any other ideas? Email us at info@mbfilmmusic.ca. Tell us your staycation idea inspired by a locally filmed movie, and we may share them on social media!

More to explore:

The Princess & The Dragon wins big at the Bloody Horror International Film Fest

CBC announces increased investment in documentary space

Watch APTN's new dating show, Rezervations for Two

*Please note: Film Production Equity programs are closed until April 1, 2027.

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MFM-funded music raking in the nominations 

What a few weeks it has been for Manitoba artists getting nominations and recognition! Several Manitobans were included on the 2026 SOCAN Polaris Album Prize and Song Prize Long Lists.

Polaris Album Prize Long List: 

Begonia - My Fantasy Life

Boy Golden - Best of Our Possible Lives

JayWood - LEO NEGRO

Propagandhi - At Peace

See the Long List here, and read more about the Manitoba nominees. The Album Short List will be announced on July 9. We’re proud to celebrate these incredible artists - all past or current MFM funding recipients.

Polaris Song Prize Long List: 

Begonia - My Fantasy Life

Western Canada Music Awards (WCMA)

The WCMA nominations were announced earlier this month. A whole host of Manitoba artists were included. Read the full breakdown by Manitoba Music. Awards will be handed out during BreakOut West in Victoria, BC in October.

 

Albums supported by the MFM Produce program: 

Fontine – Good Buddy: Indigenous Artist of the Year, Rock Album of the Year, and Songwriter(s) of the Year 

Begonia – Fantasy Life: Recording of the Year, Pop Artist of the Year 

Jana Jacobs – The Politics of Feeling Alone: R&B Artist of the Year 

Jocelyne Baribeau – 200 acres: Francophone Artist of the Year 

Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra & Sean Irvine – Forgotten Stories Suite: Jazz Artist of the Year 

Living Hour – Internal Drone Infinity: Rock Artist of the Year 

Artists supported by MFM’s Perform, Promote, Build programs, or sponsorship: 

S.C.U.D.: Afrobeats Artist of the Year 

Yvng Chriis: Afrobeats Artist of the Year 

Leith Ross: Breakout Artist of the Year, Songwriter(s) of the Year, Pop Artist of the Year 

Burnstick: Francophone Artist of the Year, Indigenous Artist of the Year 

Boy Golden – Best of Our Possible Lives: Recording of the Year, Producer of the Year (Liam Duncan), Roots Artist of the Year 

Taylor Brown: Video director of the year for “Cowboy Dreams” by Boy Golden 

Rayannah: Producer of the Year 

William Prince – Further From the Country: Recording of the Year, Roots Artist of the Year, Songwriter(s) of the Year 

Birthday Cake Records: Impact in Artist Development, Impact in Music Marketing 

Good + Plenty Arts Collective: Community Excellence Award 

 

Congratulations to all! We’re proud to be a part of your journey.

More to explore:

Check out Flora Luna’s new video for Symphonie nocturne

See Manitoba artists at festivals around the country:

MFM Programs 

Music – Promote Program: Open now

Music – Perform Program: Open now

Music – Produce Program: Deadline Sept. 17

Music – Produce (Out-of-Province Artists) Program: Deadline Sept. 17

Manitoba Indigenous Short Film Fund: Deadline Monday, July 20

Various Film & TV funding programs without deadlines: Open now (including Development Loans, Emerging Talent Grants, and Feature Film Marketing Funds)

Partner Opportunities

NSI Job Opportunity - Partnerships Coordinator: Application Deadline June 29

Manitoba Music’s Showcase Opportunity: The Road to BreakOut West: Application deadline July 7

Winnipeg Film Group - MFM First Film Fund submission deadline: July 15

Winnipeg Film Group - 2026 Members’ Screening Submission Deadline: July 31

Alberta Music Cities Convention 2026: Sept. 29-Oct. 1

Spotlight

Meeting a Moment: The Art of Social Architecture, will air live on CBC television June 27 at 1pm (MB/SK), and on CBC Gem, beginning June 26 at 6 am (that’s tomorrow!). The film was written and directed by Danielle Sturk and produced by Leslie Stafford at Lulubelle Media. The project was supported by MFM's Development and Production Funds.

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