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What does an independent producer do?
Independent producers do much more than just invest in development. They pitch shows and line up necessary financing from multiple broadcasters, distributors and other financiers. They hire writers, directors, cast and crew. They navigate and apply complex labour agreements, search Canada and the world for the best locations, strategize about how to market our content to audiences both at home and abroad, and bring the finished product to those international markets.
The work of Canada’s independent producers not only celebrates our diverse culture and promotes a cohesive national identity, it also provides economic opportunity. And like other natural resources, our members generate billions in economic activity every year and create good, high-paying jobs. The media production sector promotes prosperity right across the country.
Want to co-produce with Canada?
Canada has international co-production treaty agreements and memorandums of understanding with over 60 countries. Canada makes an excellent co-production partner, thanks to the following attributes of our country and our industry:
Variety of financing sources, including federal and provincial tax credits
Physical and cultural proximity to the United States
Excellent location services and diverse locations/landscapes
High-standard, full-service production and post-production facilities
Experienced and highly skilled production crews and talent
To learn more about Canada’s co-production treaty agreements, visit the Telefilm website .
The CMPA regularly participates in industry studies with a goal of better understanding the issues of greatest importance to our members. Download some of our most recent studies below.