The CMPA lobbies federal and provincial regulators to ensure that the interests of our members are considered.
In today's media landscape, producing content can be challenging. The CMPA has one goal... your success!
Work with us to ensure a prosperous future for Canada's independent production sector and for Canadian content.
The CMPA represents just over 300 companies that create the best of film, TV and digital content across Canada.
Each year our members create 1000s of hours of original content - across all genres - from drama to comedy, documentary to youth.
We actively promote a competitive, diverse and dynamic industry to provide opportunities for our members' creative and commercial success.
The CMPA lobbies government and regulators on rights, finance, labour agreements, policy and other business issues.
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working in the production industry and for those wishing to work with our members.
working in the production industry and for those wishing to work with our members.
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and industry news, events, and other media-related information.
and industry news, events, and other media-related information.
The CMPA negotiates favourable agreements with unions and guilds and when necessary resolves disputes.
The CMPA hosts the industry’s most successful conference – Prime Time in Ottawa – bringing together key industry leaders.
The CMPA provides tools and resources to members to help them in managing their businesses.
Join esteemed professionals and help us shape your future. Our collective voice gives us strength and the ability to influence change. Join us to ensure you are represented.
May 20, 2013
Canadian and Australian Independent Producers to Forge Closer Ties
The Canadian Media Production Association (CMPA) and the Screen Producers Association of Australia (SPAA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Read more >>>
May 9, 2013
Independent Producers and District Councils of the Directors Guild of Canada Reach Agreement
The CMPA has reached an agreement in principle with the district councils of the DGC on a new 2013-2015 Independent Production Agreement. Read more >>>
March 21, 2013
Independent Producers Respond to Federal Budget 2013
The CMPA supports the Federal Government’s decision to stay the course with its mandate for jobs, growth and long-term prosperity. Read more >>>
March 7, 2013
Michael’s Hennessy’s Opening Address at Prime Time in Ottawa
Michael’s Hennessy’s Opening Address at Prime Time in Ottawa. Click here to follow the discussion - #PTiO.
February 26, 2013
Report on DISCOVERABILITY Points to New Strategies for Canadian Producers in Increasingly Global Online Marketplace
The CMPA released an important new report today that examines how “discoverability” – the ability of audiences to find or discover video content online - has become a critical component for online success. Read more >>>
February 26, 2013
CMPA Submission re: BNOC CRTC 2013-19
Applications for mandatory distribution on cable and satellite distribution systems pursuant to section 9(1)(h) of the Broadcasting Act and applications for the licence renewal of independent conventional, pay and specialty television services
February 1, 2013
Profile 2012 - State of the On-Screen Production Industry in Canada
According to the latest figures released today in Profile 2012: An Economic Report on the Screen-based Production Industry in Canada, the Canadian film and television production industry increased its production volume in the last year to almost $5.9 billion. Read more >>>
December 3, 2012
Canadian Performers and Producers Reach New Agreement
After a series of marathon bargaining sessions, Canadian performers and producers have reached a new independent production agreement governing English-language production in Canada. Read more >>>
November 29, 2012
Thinking Outside the Lens and Beyond Our Borders; A New Strategy for Film in Canada
Michael Hennessy's Speech to the Whistler Film Festival, China Canada Gateway Luncheon
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