LA – According to TMZ, Kanye West grabbed and tossed a fan’s cellphone and per Ventura Co District Attorney’s Office shared the phone got slightly damaged. However, as the fan refused to press charges against Kanye, now called Ye, he will not be charged. It so happened that the female fan was recording him from her car. He went there, grabbed her …
Helping Canada’s creative industries succeed in global markets
Ottawa – Canada is recognized globally for the quality of its creative industries, which showcase our talented artists and entrepreneurs, encourage innovation, and create economic growth. Minister of Canadian Heritage, Pablo Rodriguez, announced the renewal of the Government of Canada’s Creative Export Strategy. Beginning April 1, 2023, Canadian Heritage will receive $57 million over three years to continue delivering the …
Oana Suteu Khintirian’s NFB doc Au-delà du papier opens in Montreal, Quebec City on Apr 7
Montreal – Oana Suteu Khintirian’s NFB-produced feature doc Au-delà du papier (Beyond Paper) will open on April 7 at the Cinémathèque Québécoise in Montreal and at Cinéma Le Clap Place Ste-Foy in Quebec City. In this visually arresting film, the director journeys around the globe to better understand how she can preserve her own heritage, as well as our collective memory. Screening with French subtitles, Au-delà du papier grapples with essential …
Weeknd wins 5th award at Junos 2023
Edmonton – Toronto singer The Weeknd won several awards at the Canadian music awards show, Junos 2023. He now has the second-most Juno awards of all time. He got the TikTok Juno fan choice award, album of the year, breakthrough artist of the year, rap album/EP of the year and contemporary R&B recording of the year.
Julie Roy appointed Executive Director of Telefilm Canada
GATINEAU – Minister of Canadian Heritage Pablo Rodriguez announced the appointment of Julie Roy as Executive Director of Telefilm Canada for a five-year term, effective April 3, 2023. Julie Roy has almost 30 years of experience in the Canadian film industry, including senior leadership positions at the National Film Board of Canada (NFB). She has produced 50 animated works that …