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SUMMARY:Radiodays North America
DESCRIPTION:Stay ahead of the curve and join us at the meeting place for radio\, audio\, and podcasting professionals with your Radiodays North America Pass. \nRDNA passholders can access two enhanced content tracks with exclusive keynotes\, interactive panels\, workshops\, networking opportunities\, and much more. Plus\, in collaboration with Departure\, attendees will gain admission to a full week of Conference and Festival events to foster cross-sector innovation. \nShare the latest trends\, technologies\, and strategies driving the evolution of audio and connect with leaders from around the globe\, May 4–6\, 2026\, with your Radiodays North America Pass.
URL:https://broadcastdialogue.com/event/radiodays-north-america/
LOCATION:Hotel X\, 111 Princes Boulevard\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6K 3C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events & Presentations
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Action: Watch Seeds of Change on April 22!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Action: Watch Seeds of Change on April 22! \nFor the fourth consecutive year\, CBC is hosting the Seeds of Change webinar\, dedicated to celebrating environmental action in the Canadian media industry. \nThis is a live webinar event that takes place on Wednesday\, April 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. ET. While you’re encouraged to attend the full event\, you are also welcome to join the livestream throughout the event as time permits. \nSign up here to join Seeds of Change! \nWhether you’re a new or weathered member of the environmental movement\, this webinar is open to anyone interested in sustainability progress in Canada. It will have real time French and ASL translation along with closed captioning. \nWhile the event largely focuses on the Canadian media industry\, environmental changemakers in other sectors will also be speaking. Some highlights include: \n\nLive music from an artist who puts climate storytelling at the forefront of her art\nNeuroscience insights that can help us navigate audience’s attitudes about climate storytelling\nChallenging stories from individuals and organizations that are resisting climate change\nThe unveiling of a toolkit designed to help the industry reduce the environmental impact of generative AI\n\nSo\, sign up here to join Seeds of Change!
URL:https://broadcastdialogue.com/event/earth-day-action-watch-seeds-of-change-on-april-22/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Events & Presentations
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SUMMARY:STAC 2026 Conference & Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The Structure\, Tower & Antenna Council (STAC) is proud to celebrate its 10th annual conference – the STAC 2026 Conference & Exhibition – on April 21-22 at the Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa. \nJoin us for Canada’s only annual conference dedicated to workers in the telecommunications tower and infrastructure industry and learn about the latest developments and safety best practices for tower workers and telecom technicians.
URL:https://broadcastdialogue.com/event/stac-2026-conference-exhibition/
LOCATION:Fairmont Château Laurier\, 1 Rideau Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N8S7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:NAB Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 2026 NAB Show\, scheduled to take place from April 18 to 22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center\, with a focus on AI\, media asset protection\, streaming and sports innovation. \nNew for 2026\, NAB Show will feature an expanded\, four-day Sports Summit\, “The Future of Sports Rights and Fan Engagement\,” presented in the Sports Theater on the show floor in West Hall. Open to all attendees for the first time\, the summit will feature tools and technologies that are better engaging fans and conversations on topics like sports rights and athletes who are creating their own media companies. Programming will explore production\, rights\, distribution\, investment and policy while highlighting how teams\, broadcasters and technology partners are reshaping fan engagement and reinventing live sports experiences. \nBusiness of Media and Entertainment Expands Access to Industry Decision-Makers\nIn partnership with The Ankler\, this three-day program convenes the industry’s top dealmakers\, executives and creative leaders for candid conversations on the forces reshaping the business of media and entertainment. Programming will examine the economic\, strategic and structural shifts redefining how content is financed\, produced\, distributed and monetized across platforms. \nNew for 2026\, the program is open to all attendees and will take place on the exhibit floor in West Hall\, creating unprecedented access to high-level discussions on investment\, consolidation\, rights\, talent\, technology and the evolving economics of the global media marketplace. \nExpanded Creator Lab Anchors NAB Show’s Focus on Next-Generation Storytelling\nReturning with a dramatically expanded footprint in the newly completed Central Hall\, the Creator Lab will serve as the premier destination for creators\, studios\, broadcasters and brands seeking hands-on learning and next-generation storytelling tools. \nThis year’s Creator Lab features: \n\nA larger theater and classroom for sessions on AI\, creator techniques\, business strategy and audience development\nA new Networking Lounge designed for one-on-one meetings between creators and brands\nA full slate of brand experiences showcasing the technologies and partnerships propelling the creator economy toward its projected $500 billion valuation by 2027\n\nExhibitors and Technology Showcases\nNoteworthy exhibitors include AWS\, Blackmagic\, Google\, Microsoft and Sony. \nAttendees\, exhibitors and sponsors can learn more at nabshow.com/las-vegas/. The deadline for booking in NAB Show’s hotel reservation block is March 16. Media resources and registration for accredited press are also available on the NAB Show website. \nNew for 2026\, the NAB Show mobile app\, launching in March\, is designed to help attendees plan ahead\, navigate the show and make meaningful connections on site. The app enables users to build and manage a personalized schedule\, bookmark must-see exhibitors and receive tailored recommendations for sessions\, exhibitors and connections based on individual interests. The app also introduces enhanced networking tools that allow attendees to securely exchange contact information via QR code while onsite\, as well as connect one-to-one with other attendees.
URL:https://broadcastdialogue.com/event/nab-show-2026/
LOCATION:Las Vegas Convention Center\, Las Vegas\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Presentations
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SUMMARY:Canadian Film Fest Masterclass & Industry Series
DESCRIPTION:Canadian Film Fest (CFF)\, the indie-spirited festival dedicated to celebrating Canadian filmmakers\, has announced the 2026 Masterclass and Industry Series. These industry events are an essential part of the festival experience\, uniting cinematic storytellers from industry veterans to eager new filmmakers\, sharing knowledge\, sparking important conversations\, and expanding professional networks. All CFF screenings and industry sessions will take place at Cineplex’s Scotiabank Theatre Toronto from March 24 – 29. Tickets are available at canfilmfest.ca. \nHighlights include a spotlight on Crave’s highly anticipated series Slo Pitch with creators Karen Knox and Gwendolyn Cumyn; the newly-launched CFF Roundtable Indie Access Session featuring top industry experts; a dynamic panel of comedy legends including Robin Duke and Linda Kash for the Comedy Igniter Showcase in partnership with Firecracker Department; a comprehensive masterclass led by CSA-nominated filmmaker Sam Coyle focused on helping directors hone and elevate their unique visual approach; and numerous other sessions\, roundtables and mixers for industry professionals. \nSee below for the complete Masterclass and Industry Series or visit canfilmfest.ca. Participants must register in advance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMASTERCLASS \nVoice & Vision: A Director’s Masterclass in Craft\nDate: Tuesday\, March 24\nTime: 12:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nInstructor: Sam Coyle \nSam Coyle’s intensive half-day masterclass is designed to help directors define and elevate their unique visual approach. Blending targeted discussion\, curated film analysis\, and practical demonstrations\, the session dives into the core elements of cinematic storytelling – including tone\, style\, leadership\, symbolism\, visual language\, camera movement\, and on-set leadership. \nParticipants will examine how intentional creative choices shape a film’s emotional impact\, while developing the tools to clearly communicate their vision to cast and crew. With equal emphasis on artistry and technical execution\, this workshop bridges inspiration and implementation – equipping directors to move confidently into pre-production with a cohesive\, compelling creative blueprint. \nThis intensive is about sharpening your creative voice\, strengthening your perspective\, and leading with clarity and purpose. \nKey learnings from the Masterclass: \n\nDefine and articulate your signature tone\, theme\, and stylistic touchstones.\nUse symbolism and visual motifs with intention and integrate them into a cohesive lookbook.\nDevelop purposeful blocking strategies\, composition choices\, shot lists\, and a simple floor plan.\nPractice clear\, confident director-to-cast/crew communication and leadership techniques.\nLeave with a focused action plan to carry your vision in pre-production.\n\nMasterclass registration includes a CFF Festival Pass.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCHEERS & CHATS \nCheers & Chats #1 – Producers Therapy: 20 years of Holding it All Together\nDate: Wednesday\, March 25\nTime: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nBringing together leading producers from across CFF’s 20-year history\, this candid conversation explores what it really takes to build films – and careers – year after year. \nFrom scrappy early financing and grassroots distribution to today’s complex landscape of international co-productions\, streamers\, shifting tax credits\, distribution models\, and constant disruption – how has the producer’s role changed? What hasn’t? \nBeyond budgets and deal structures\, this group of seasoned producers will speak honestly about resilience\, reinvention\, burnout\, risk\, and the invisible labour of keeping projects – and teams – moving forward. As CFF marks two decades of Canadian filmmaking\, this panel asks: what does sustainable producing look like now – and what will it take to shape the next 20 years? \nConsider this a group session for anyone who’s carried a project – and wants to keep building. \nModerator:\nLauren Grant\, Clique Pictures \nFeaturing:\nCoral Aiken\, Aiken Heart Films\nKaren Harnisch\, Film Forge\nStephanie Sonny Hooker\, Hometeam Films\nSonya Di Rienzo\, Hawkeye Pictures\nPaul Devonshire\, Devonshire Productions \n\nCheers & Chats #2 – Indie Pathways: From (Slo) Pitch to Series\nDate: Wednesday\, March 25\nTime: 2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. \nOne of the most anticipated Canadian comedy television premieres of 2026\, the Crave Original Series Slo Pitch (produced by Shaftesbury in association with Boss & Co and PAGEBOY Productions) is already generating buzz. \nFeaturing CFF alumni and Slo Pitch creators Karen Knox and Gwendolyn Cumyn\, alongside Bell Media Executives and prod co Shaftesbury\, this conversation explores how an indie comedy idea evolves into a television series. \nUsing Slo Pitch as a real-world case study\, the panel traces the leap from concept to series – developing the idea\, building relationships with broadcasters\, navigating financing\, and stepping into the responsibilities of showrunning. Through both creator and broadcaster perspectives\, this conversation offers a candid\, insider look on how projects move through development\, what networks are looking for\, and how filmmakers can position their work for long-form television. \nA conversation about playing the long game – and what it really takes to go from (Slo) Pitch to series. \nModerated by:\nAisha Evelyna\, Actor/Filmmaker \nFeaturing:\nKaren Knox\, Actor/Writer/Director/ Slo Pitch Co-Creator\nGwendolyn Cumyn\, Actor/Writer/Producer/ Slo Pitch Co-Creator\nPaige Haight\, Director of Television\, Shaftesbury\nLauren MacKinlay\, Development Executive\, Scripted\, Original Programming\, Bell Media \nCheers & Chats #3 – CFF Legacy Spotlight: 20 Years in Motion\nDate: Wednesday\, March 25\nTime: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. \nA special anniversary conversation with celebrated CFF alumni whose careers have grown from early festival screenings into influential roles across film and television. \nWhat did they wish they knew 20 years ago? What has the journey actually taught them? \nIn this candid and forward-looking discussion\, our alumni reflect on the realities behind the milestones – the regrets\, the reinventions\, the pivots\, and the breakthroughs. As CFF marks two decades of following Canadian careers in film\, this conversation honours the craft\, momentum\, and community that carry careers forward – and looks ahead to the next 20 with clarity\, resilience\, and eyes up. \nModerator:\nWarren P. Sonoda\, Director\, The Trades\, Resident Alien\, Odd Squad\, Things I Do For Money \nPanelists:\nGloria Ui Young Kim\, Writer/Director\, Queen of the Morning Calm\, Murdoch Mysteries\, Heartland\nJeremy Lalonde\, Writer/Director/Editor\, James vs His Future Self\, Ashgrove\, Daniel’s Gotta Die\, How to Plan an Orgy in a Small Town \nMore to be announced.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWORKSHOP \nLook Up & Laugh: Writing Bold Comedy that Demands Attention\nSponsored by Toronto Film School\nDate: Thursday\, March 26\nTime: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nInstructor: Michelle Daly \nJump into our comedy writing workshop – a creative playground where we’ll crack the code on what truly makes modern audiences tick. Through discussion\, exercises (not the sweaty kind!) and ending in a Q&A\, we’ll dive into the mechanics of humor and reveal the secrets to writing standout comedy. \nThis session is open exclusively to 2026 Comedy Igniters and Festival Passholders on a first-come-first-served sign-up basis.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSHOWCASES \nCFF & Firecracker Department Present: The 2026 Comedy Igniter Showcase\nSponsored by Toronto Film School\nDate: Thursday\, March 26\nTime: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. \nA special presentation featuring the top-selected comedic shorts from The Comedy Igniter – a four-week film challenge created by Canadian Film Fest and Firecracker Department. \nFemale and gender-divers filmmakers sign up\, receive a creative prompt\, and have just four weeks to write\, shoot\, and deliver an original short comedy. Each selected Igniter will screen their film live\, followed by feedback and insight from a panel of comedy and filmmaking professionals. It’s bold\, fast\, funny – and a celebration of what can happen when creators bet on themselves. \nHost:\nNaomi Snieckus\, Firecracker Department \nShowcase Judges:\nRobin Duke\, Actress/Comedian\, Saturday Night Live\, SCTV\nLinda Kash\, Actor/Writer/Director\, Best In Show\, Waiting for Guffman\nNelu Handa\, Writer/Actor/Producer\, Baroness Von Sketch\, Run the Burbs\nMichelle Daly\, TFS Screenwriting Program Director\, Former CBC Senior Director of Comedy\nJessica Liadsky\, Development Manager\, Scripted Development\, Lionsgate Canada\nSusan Alexander\, Senior Director\, Creative\, Shaftesbury \n\nYou-CAN-Pitch Competition\nSponsored by OYA Black Arts Coalition and SESLER\nDate: Friday\, March 27\nTime: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. \nStep inside the excitement as Canada’s rising Black filmmakers take the stage to pitch their feature projects to a panel of top industry experts. With a $50\,000+ in-kind prize package on the line\, each team delivers their pitch live\, getting candid\, real-time feedback from the decision-makers shaping the future of film and TV. \nPart masterclass\, part talent showcase\, You-CAN-Pitch offers a rare\, behind-the-scenes look at the pitching process while spotlighting the next wave of Canadian cinema. \nShowcase Judges:\nR.T. Thorne\, Filmmaker\, 40 Acres\, The Porter\nFloyd Kane\, Producer\, Village Keeper\, Across the Line\, Diggstown\, Freddie Films Inc.\nCarolyn Mauricette\, Section Director\, Fantasia International Film Festival & Co-Founder of Access Threshold\nVanessa Magic\, Filmmaker\, Near or Far\, I Am Pleased\, 2025 You-CAN-Pitch Winner \nSelected Pitchers:\nAdrian Bobb\, The Sublime\nChristine Rodriguez\, Fuego\nRomaine Waite\, Redeemer\nFitch Jean\, Crescendo\nSossina Shenkute & Ambika Vas\, Past Curfew\nJessyca Reeves\, The Fraying\nWill Niava\, Gold Dust.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nROUNDTABLES \nCFF Roundtables: Indie Access Sessions\nDate: Friday\, March 27\nTime: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \nA curated series of 20-minute small-group conversations designed to move projects forward. These intimate sessions offer direct access to leading industry professionals – creating space for strategic questions\, meaningful dialogue\, and high-level insight – all in a focused\, conversational setting. \n*Open exclusively to CFF Festival Pass holders by application only. Space is limited \nIndustry Participants:\nAvi Federgreen\, Filmmaker/Producer/Distributor\, Federgreen Entertainment/IndieCan Entertainment\nSohrab Merchant\, Literary & Production Agent | Manager\, The Characters Talent Agency\nRyan Goldhar\, Vice-President Agent | Manger\, The Characters Talent Agency\nKim Ball\, Executive Vice President Content & Communications\, Super Channel\nSuzanne Marshall\, Senior Manager Programming\, Hollywood Suite\nColleen Rush\, Casting Director\, Larissa Mair Casting\nMelissa Amer\, Regional Feature Film Executive\, Ontario\, Telefilm\nPeter Kingstone\, Program Manager\, Visual & Media Arts\, Toronto Arts Council\nPaul Gratton\, Film Consultant & Former Director of Programming\, Whistler Film Festival\nJessica Jennings\, Media Producer & Production Consultant\, Environmental Services\, Ontario Film Commission / Ontario Creates \nMore to be announced.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMIXER EVENT \nDGC-Ontario Filmmakers Lounge\nWGC Ingenuity Fair: Creative insights from the front lines of Film & TV\nDate: Friday\, March 27\nTime: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nIn classic science fair set-up\, Writers Guild of Canada (WGC) and Directors Guild of Canada (DGC) members will be stationed at displays to present case studies of problems they’ve encountered and solutions they’ve employed in development\, prep\, production\, and post on feature film and television projects. Attendees will be able to visit and interact with the presenter at each display to gain a creative craftsperson’s view of what can go right when you’re in the trenches.
URL:https://broadcastdialogue.com/event/canadian-film-fest-masterclass-industry-series/
LOCATION:Cineplex Scotiabank Theatre Toronto\, 259 Richmond Street West\, Toronto\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events & Presentations
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SUMMARY:Prime Time 2026
DESCRIPTION:Canada’s leading industry conference for producers\, leaders and decision-makers in the screen industry returns to Ottawa\, Jan. 28-30. \nJoin over 1\,000 attendees\, including Canadian and international producers\, broadcasters\, streamers\, distributors\, funders\, unions/guilds\, federal and provincial leaders\, policymakers\, and more\, for three days of insights\, connection and collaboration. \nCheck out this year’s speakers list here and delegates list here.
URL:https://broadcastdialogue.com/event/prime-time-2026/
LOCATION:Westin Hotel Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events & Presentations
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SUMMARY:DGC BC Spotlight: BC Directors Conference
DESCRIPTION:DGC BC has announced the dates\, awards winners and speakers for their Spotlight: BC Directors Conference\, which recognizes leaders in the entertainment industry. The conference\, which takes place at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster\, BC\, Jan. 24-25\, includes panels\, a pitch competition\, screening and gala where the Spotlight Awards will be presented. \nThis year’s award recipients include acclaimed actor Eric McCormack (Will & Grace)\, who will receive the Spotlight Award; director Zach Lipovsky (Final Destination Bloodlines)\, winner of the Industry Builder Award; and producer and Pacific Screenwriting Program founder Brian Hamilton (Bletchley Circle: San Francisco)\, recipient of the Trailblazer Award. The 8th iteration of the Greenlight Live Pitch Competition will also take place. The awards are designed to honour exceptional talent in the areas of writing\, directing\, producing and acting. \nThe two-day conference includes panel discussions\, screenings\, masterclasses and more\, kicking off on day one with a panel on the actor–director connection with Eric McCormack\, Kandyse McClure and Tahmoh Penikett moderated by Ali Liebert and another in-depth conversation with some of the team behind the critically acclaimed Shōgun. Other highlights of the weekend include a masterclass with Emmy-nominated director Zach Lipovsky and a screening of his feature film Freaks\, followed by the Spotlight Awards presentation and Gala. Other notable names participating in the conference include Amanda Tapping (Stargate)\, Shawn Piller (Wild Cards\, Private Eyes) and Heather Hawthorn Doyle (The Assembly). \nOrganized by the Directors Guild of Canada\, BC District Council\, the two-day event is designed to support and acknowledge BC and Canadian directors\, foster local talent\, and encourage networking. The conference will also appeal to anyone who loves TV and film and wants to hear behind-the-scenes stories about some of their favourite shows and films coming out of BC’s entertainment industry. \nThe DGC BC Spotlight: BC Directors Conference is made possible through the generous support of Creative BC\, Bridge Studios\, Truffles Catering\, ActSafe Safety Association and members of the DGC BC.
URL:https://broadcastdialogue.com/event/dgc-bc-spotlight-bc-directors-conference/
LOCATION:Anvil Centre\, New Westminster\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events & Presentations
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