Canadian projects are nominated in multiple awards and categories. Discover the projects below, as well as events our delegation is attending!
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2
7:30 p.m GMT
Hall 1, Kings Place
- Stuff the British Stole – Factual Entertainment
- Produced by: WildBear Entertainment (Australia), Wooden Horse (Australia), Cream Productions (Canada)
- For: CBC (Canada), ABC (Australia)
- Distributed by: Fremantle (UK)
Asha Clementi
Dr. Julie Sunday
6pm to 8pm
Canada House Opening Reception
Canada House and our partners welcome you to our official opening reception. Join us to celebrate our return to SXSW Sydney and get a sneak peek at some of our amazing artists.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3
1:15 p.m - 2:15 p.m GMT
Hall 5, Kings Place
Are you looking for a Canadian coproduction partner or to acquire Canadian programming?
We invite international Content London delegates to our Meet the Canadians business to business meeting and networking event!
We are looking for delegates who are interested in meeting experienced Canadian producers for potential co-production opportunities, or buyers and commissioners looking for Canadian content.
For more information and to apply, please click here.
2:30 p.m GMT
Hall 2, Kings Place
- The Greatest Puppet Star
- Produced by: Here’s The Thing Productions
- Distributed by: Here’s The Thing Productions
- The Quiet Game
- Produced by: Sonic Nursery Creative
- Distributed by: Sonic Nursery Creative
Olivier Blais
Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer
Moov AI
Shant Joshi
President
Fae Pictures
Ron Kitchener
Founder and CEO
RGK Entertainment Group Inc
2pm to 6pm
Make It Canada Showcase, presented by the Canadian Independent Music Association
The Canadian Independent Music Association joins Canada House this year to present a showcase of Canadian music. With artists spanning from indie to punk there is sure to be something for everyone.
Line Up:
Moderator
Sonja Heinen
European Film Promotion
Managing Director
Panelist
Julia Rosenberg
January Films, Canada
Producer
Panelist
Jérôme Dopffer
Balthazar Productions, France
Producer
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5
- The Sympathizer – English-Language Drama Series
- Produced by: HBO with A24, Rhombus Media, Moho, Team Downey
- For: HBO/Sky
- Distributed by: Warner Bros. Discovery
- So Long, Marianne – Casting of a Drama Series
- Produced by: Redpoint Productions, Tanweer Productions, C3 Media
- For: NRK, Crave
- Distributed by: Cineflix Rights
- Get Up, Aisha – Newform Drama Series
- Produced by: iThentic, Window Dreams Productions
- For: CBC Gem
- Distributed by: iThentic
- Good Grief – Newform Drama Series
- Produced by: Pumpkin Patch Productions
- For: Bell Fibe TV1
- Distributed by: Bell Fibe TV1, OUTtv, OMG Media
- Abducted: The Carlesha Gaither Story – TV Movie
- Produced by: Cineflix Productions
- For: Lifetime
- Distributed by: Cineflix Rights
- Buying Back My Daughter – TV Movie
- Produced by: Taken Road Productions, Front Street Pictures
- For: Lifetime
- Distributed by: Lifetime, Corus Entertainment, Tesera Entertainment
- Lowlifes – TV Movie
- Produced by: Lowlifes Productions, Front Street Pictures
- For: Crave
- Distributed by: Tubi, Bell Media
Moderator
Julie Blondin
National Director, Business Affairs & Coproductions
Telefilm Canada
Speaker
Shant Joshi
President
Fae Pictures
Speaker
Dr. Elaine Laforteza
Equity & Diversity Project Officer
UTS Centre for Social Justice and Inclusion
Speaker
Karen Radzyner
Executive Producer and Head of Development
Photoplay
Speaker
Shankari Chandran
Author
11am to 3pm
Are you planning to expand your business in North America? Uncover Canada’s potential as a world class destination to set up and expand your business.
Hear from our Keynote Olivier Blais, the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at Moov AI, recognized as a leader in deploying artificial intelligence solutions in Canada:
- Discover why Canada is the right place for your international expansion
- Get practical advice on how to do business in Canada
- Meet like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders and learn from Australian companies successfully operating in Canada
Presentation – Why So Many Businesses Invest in Canada
Presenter
Bertrand Raoult
Senior Investment Officer
Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
Presentation – How Canada Nurtures its Talent Pool Through Immigration
Presenter
Scott Paterson
Consul and Migration Program Manager
Consulate General of Canada
Fireside Chat – Why Canada is Becoming a Global AI Powerhouse
Moderator
Manon Dumas
Deputy High Commissioner
High Commission of Canada to Australia
Panel Discussion – Unlocking The Maple Leaf Dream: Business Success Stories and Beyon
Moderator
Manon Dumas
Deputy High Commissioner
High Commission of Canada to Australia
3pm to 4pm
AI — friend or foe to human creativity?
This debate will dive into the future of Creativity & AI. From AI-powered paintbrushes and playlists to podcasts and books – in this heated debate, we’ll hear how AI is changing the way we create and all the opportunities and pitfalls that go with it. We’ll hear from experts in the space – Jessie Hughes (Sr Creative Technologist @ Leonardo.ai) and Jonno Seidler (Author & Creative Director @ Mosh) in a debate moderated by Elli Hanson (Principal, Side Stage Ventures) – who will take the stage to debate the best and worst of AI & human creativity.
12pm to 1pm
Gamify Your Career organized by IRCC
Canada House @ SXSW Sydney is bringing together heroes and heroines of the video game industry. Hear from Canadian and Australian professionals who have worked in Canada about the past, present and future of the industry. Explore the latest trends, emerging technologies and evolving landscape of the industry, both domestic and international. Panelists will share their perspectives on various innovations and discuss how these advancements are shaping the player experience and impact professionals in the industry. Engage with the experts during the networking event and the Q&A session. This panel is a must-attend event for anyone who is passionate about gaming, looking to start or expand their career overseas or simply curious about the broader applications of gaming technology in other sectors.
Moderator
Panelist
Panelist
Panelist
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30
6:00 p.m GMT
Hall 1, Kings Place
- Miniseries: ESSEX COUNTY produced by First Generation Films & 171 Studios, directed by Andrew Cividino and distributed by ITV Studios
- Casting of a drama series & miniseries: LITTLE BIRD produced by Rezolution Pictures, OP Little Bird, created by Jennifer Podemski and Hannah Moscovitch, directed by Zoe Hopkins and Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers and distributed by Fremantle
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3
Presenter
Zane Buchanan
Presenter
Dominic Ste Marie
10am to 11am
Gift of the Gab: Round Table Discussion with Careers Advisers
Canada House @ SXSW Sydney is proud to host careers advisers for a breakfast event. Join us for a discussion about opportunities for students and recent graduates to gain international gap year and study experience in Canada. Share your insights on their motivations, barriers, and aspirations particularly in tech, innovation, film, TV, gaming, and others.
12pm to 2pm
Panel and Lunch
3pm to 5pm
Diplomatic reception – Invitation only
Modératrice
Director, Writer, Producer
Invitée
Investment Analyst, Business Affairs and Corproduction
Invitée
Regional Feature Film Executive – English Market – Quebec Region
