Recently, the Greater Sudbury Development Corporation (GSDC) approved funding for Music and Film in Motion (MFM) valued at $55,000.
This represents the final year of a conditional three-year funding arrangement.
MFM’s focus is to increase the number of productions using Greater Sudbury locations, industry and community resources. This helps to build capacity within the local industry to respond to resource requests and demonstrate to producers that the region has the necessary support mechanisms in place.
A portion of the funding approved will assist with a familiarization (FAM) tour, to take place during MFM’s inaugural industry conference, and coinciding with the fifth anniversary of the Northern Ontario Music and Film Awards.
“The music, film and video industry is growing in Greater Sudbury,” said GSDC Chair Guy Labine, in a news release. “It is important to recognize that our local economy is comprised of many sectors, offering significant economic impacts to our community. I am very pleased that we are able to support Music and Film in Motion in its efforts to develop the local industry.”
"Thanks to projects such as the French TV series Meteo Plus about to launch on TFO; the TV mini-series The Summit on Global and CBC; the opening of the new production facility, Ostara Studios; and the continued success of March Entertainment; Greater Sudbury is witnessing the creation of hundreds of jobs in the entertainment industry and enjoying millions of dollars in direct spending in our community, said Mark Palumbo, Chair of Music and Film in Motion, in a news release.
“With continued financial support and assistance from the staff and board of the GSDC, Music and Film in Motion is looking forward to working with our partners in continuing this growth and development."
The film, television and video industry provides significant economic and social benefits in Greater Sudbury. Since 2001, the city has seen approximately 30 productions, with direct spending of nearly $24,900,000. The economic impact of these productions is estimated to be $38,595,000. Within the same time period, the industry has created the equivalent of 386 full time jobs, with an estimated total annual payroll of $13,508,250.
The GSDC is the economic development arm of the City. Consisting of a 17-member board of directors, and supported by City staff, the GSDC acts as a catalyst for economic development initiatives, and supports the attraction, development and retention of business in the community.
