WIFT-T Board Member Appointed to the Order of Canada
Women in Film & Television – Toronto (WIFT-T) congratulates WIFT-T Board of Directors member and National Vice President of OMNI Television, Madeline Ziniak on her appointment to the Order of Canada. As Member of the Order of Canada (C.M.) - a designation which recognizes a lifetime of distinguished service in or to a particular community, group or field of activity -- Madeline was cited for "her contributions as the major driving force behind the development and growth of multilingual and multicultural television in Canada."
21st Annual Crystal Awards | Save the Date
The 21st Annual Crystal Awards will take place on Monday, November 30, 2009. This year’s Crystal Awards will be held at The Fairmont Royal York. Tickets will go on sale in September. The Crystal Awards is WIFT-T’s biggest fundraiser.
Crystal Awards Foundation Table and Seats now on sale!
Help Build a Foundation for Women in Film & Television
Treat guests, clients or staff to the ultimate luncheon celebrating the remarkable achievements of industry leaders in Canadian film, television and other screen-based media. Purchase one of a limited number of Foundation Tables, with preferred seating for distinguished guests. WIFT-T also has Foundation Seats available. Hurry and reserve your spot today, Foundation Tables and Seats sell out fast.
The Foundation for Women in Film and Television is a registered charity. Funds support mentorships, bursaries, research and programming for women.
For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact Kim Haladay, WIFT-T Development Manager at 416-322-3430 x228 or by email at khaladay@wift.com.
WIFT-T Business Management for Media Professionals Program | Certificate Recipients Announced
Women in Film & Television – Toronto (WIFT-T) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2008 WIFT-T Business Management for Media Professions Program.
The WIFT-T Business Management for Media Professionals Program is a compilation of six modules, each consisting of three Saturday sessions. It is recommended for working professionals with up to three years experience in the industry, related university or college training and for those transitioning to a new area of the business. Participants who complete all modules receive a certificate from Humber College School of Media Studies and Information Technology.
The WIFT-T Business Management for Media Professionals Program is presented in partnership with Canwest.
The 2008 WIFT-T Business Management for Media Professionals Program certificates are awarded to:
Wendy Anderson
Chris Bent
Julia Daina
Chindu Ezeike
Nadia Freskiw
Mary Gerretsen
Rebecca Hunt
Kerri Neraasen
Christine Whitlock
Deluxe Producers Internship | Call For Applications
The Deluxe Producers Internship provides one Canadian female producer with hands-on pre and post production training. The successful applicant will join Deluxe as an intern to learn about production equipment planning and requirements, and post-production video, film and sound. She will spend a total of three weeks on site participating in the intensive training program. This year’s internship begins in November 2009.
The Deluxe Producers Internship is presented in partnership with Deluxe. Read More
Sign up for the WIFT-T Feature Film Writing Workshop
This two-part writing course provides an introduction to the major elements of feature film screenwriting, including the development stages of a screenplay. The program also provides in-depth analysis of the major elements of feature film screenwriting.
The WIFT-T Feature Film Writing Workshop is presented with support from Bata Shoe Museum, Ontario Media Development Corporation, and Telefilm Canada.
The WIFT-T Feature Film Writing Workshop |
Part Two: Intermediate/Advanced
This five-session series will build on screenwriting basics and examine how to build better characters, create stronger scene sequences, raise the stakes, keep the story moving and discover and remain true to the theme of the story.
The series is organized around instruction, analysis and breakdown of the film Witness and hands-on exercises relating to participants’ projects. Read More
Goodmans Presents | Music for Media for Film and Television Production
Explore the fundamentals of working with a composer, incorporating a score, and navigating projects through music licensing agreements. The panel will also focus on the steps involved in creating an original score and outline the technical, creative and budget considerations necessary for a successful project.
The evening will conclude with an informal networking reception.
Goodmans Presents: Music for Media for Film and Television Production is presented with support from the Guild of Canadian Film Composers. Read More
Kodak New Vision Mentorship | Call for Applications
The Kodak New Vision Mentorship provides one Canadian female director with the opportunity to prepare for the 2009 Toronto International Film Festival through intensive industry coaching and a post-festival creative mentorship. The recipient also receives a $5,000 in-kind donation of Kodak Motion Picture film stock.
The Kodak New Vision Mentorship is presented in partnership with Kodak Entertainment Imaging. Read More
One King West Hotel & Residence
One King West Hotel & Residence is pleased to offer special WIFT-T member rates, starting at $159.00. One King West offers spectacular views, fully equipped guestrooms with kitchenettes including microwave, unstocked fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher and more.
Reservations can be made by calling 416-548-8100, or toll free at 1-866-470-5464, or email at reservations@onekingwest.com. For more information on One King West Hotel & Residence, visit www.onekingwest.com
Caribbean Tales Film Festival
Caribbean Tales Film Festival is pleased to offer WIFT-T members a two for one ticket discount for the 2009 Caribbean Tales Film Festival (excluding opening night).
The Caribbean Tales Annual Film Festival is North America's only stand alone event offering Caribbean cinema from around the world. This year’s festival spotlights Caribbean Film - A Tool For Education and Social Change.
The festival takes place over four days from July 9 to 12, 2009 at the William Doo Auditorium (45 Willcocks Street), New College, University of Toronto.
For more information on the festival, visit www.caribbeantales.ca. To receive the discount code to take advantage of the two for one offer, email WIFT-T at wift@wift.com.
Propagation Media
Propagation Media is offering a 15% discount to all WIFT-T members for design services. This exclusive offer includes print materials, branding and web design/development.
Visit www.propagationmedia.com or email info@propagationmedia.com for a quote or more information.
Warren’s Waterless Printing Inc.
Warren’s Waterless Printing Inc. is offering an exclusive 5% discount to WIFT-T members on all printing.
Warren's is an environmentally friendly dedicated waterless printer. Waterless printing provides high quality print while removing the use of harmful dampening solutions and VOC’s.
Email wift@wift.com to access the discount code. Visit Warren’s Waterless at www.warrenswaterless.com.
24th Annual Gemini Awards | Call for Nominations-Special Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the 24th Annual Gemini Special Awards.
The Gemini Special Awards recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Canadian television industry outside of the traditional Gemini Awards, particularly in the areas of writing, acting, broadcast journalism, humanitarianism, technology, diversity in programming and lifetime achievement.
For more information and to download the application from, visit www.geminiawards.ca.
CFC
CFC Screenings
A World of Shorts
A selection of award-winning films from the 2009 Worldwide Short Film Festival will screen at the NFB Mediatheque.
When | July 15, 2009, 7 PM
Where | NFB MEDIATHEQUE, 150 John St. Toronto
Cost | $6 non-members, $4 members
Advanced Screening of Humpday
When | July 16, 2009, 7:30 PM, doors open at 6:30 PM
Where | CiRCA, 126 John St., Toronto
Cost | $20 (include 3 complimentary drinks & food)
Tickets must be purchased in advanced. To purchase tickets, call 416.445.1446 x272.
After the screening Richard Crouse will host a Q&A with actor Joshua Leonard.
Upcoming CFC Deadlines
SHORTSNONSTOP: Submission Deadline | July 15, 2009
SHORTSNONSTOP online digital festival is looking for submissions of short films under three minutes. The top prize of $1,500 is awarded 3 times per year!
Apply today at | www.shortsnonstop.com
For more information on the CFC, visit www.cfccreates.com.
Female Eye Film Festival | Open Call
Films & scripts are now being accepted for the 8th Female Eye Film Festival. The Festival takes place March 24–28, 2010.
Submission deadlines:
Early Deadline | July 31, 2009 (postmarked)
Late Deadline | September 30, 2009 (postmarked)
Extended Deadline | October 31, 2009 (postmarked)
For more information, visit www.FemaleEyeFilmFestival.com
Toronto Urban Film Festival
WIFT-T is pleased to partner with Toronto Urban Film Festival (TUFF) to present the Most Ambitious Film by a Female Director Award. The winner of this award will receive a complimentary one-year membership to WIFT-T, a $1,200.00 WIFT-T programming pass, plus a $1,500 equipment rental credit and 15% rental discount (good for 1 year) from Videoscope.
TUFF is a film festival for commuters featuring silent one-minute films on the Onestop Network on 270 subway platforms screens on the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC).
Submissions for TUFF are now being accepted until July 15, 2009. For more information on TUFF, including submission guidelines visit, www.torontourbanfilmfestival.com.
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