Sustainable Production.
“The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television wants to do its part in taking responsibility for the environment and fight unnecessary creation of waste, be careful in the usage of energy and resources, develop strategies to reduce, reuse and recycle resources, contribute to a healthy and sustainable working climate and create awareness. The Academy’s goal is to get more actively involved in the initiatives already taking place within our industry and will collaborate with partners and other organizations to keep the conversation moving forward and to share new ideas that could be implemented by all in the future.”
Resources.
The following section contains a collection of resources that includes success stories from productions within the industry, initiatives, and forums or panels.
As the conversation continues, additional information and resources will be added; we encourage you to check back on a regular basis for new information!
Sustainable Production Toolkit.
Members Lounge 2023
Key Note | Our Relationship & Responsibility
Co-presented by William F. White International Inc. and imagineNATIVE.
Hear directly from Indigenous creatives, about their professional and community relationships and gain a deeper understanding of the connection between culture and creativity. In this panel, co-presented by William F. White International Inc. and imagineNATIVE, panelists will share how their work and artistic process is influenced by those around them. They will discuss the crucial responsibility we have, as both individuals and creatives, to collaborate and nurture community. This discussion will touch on cultural preservation, community, social justice and the ways in which the creative industry can support and uplift Indigenous voices and practices.
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Members Lounge 2023
The Sustainable Production Toolkit | Practical Solutions to Nurture a Greener Screen Industry
Presented by CBC and William F. White International Inc
Given the screen industry’s significant impact on the land and air around us, what tangible steps can film and television productions take to minimize their environmental footprints? In this session presented by the CBC, various leaders in the sustainable production movement will present ways to implement green solutions on productions and support the standardization of these practices across our industry. This session will provide a mix of tools and strategies that can be replicated across multiple production models, empowering cast and crew to incorporate sustainability into every aspect of their roles.
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Members Lounge 2023
Circularity 101 in Film, Theatre, and Fashion
Presented by William F. White International Inc
Are you interested in learning how to improve your sustainable practices through sustainable design and circularity? Join us for a dynamic discussion, presented by William F. White International Inc., as leading innovative minds explore various techniques to achieve circularity and offer practical tips that can be applied to any industry. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of sustainable design, and be inspired to implement these principles in your own sustainable practices.
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MEMBERS LOUNGE 2022
The Future is Green: An Update on Sustainable Production
Presented by William F. White International Inc.
Across the country, the Canadian screen industry has been moving towards strategies that are leading the way to an environmentally sustainable future. In this panel, presented by William F. White International, check in with provincial initiatives as they address the pressing question when it comes to where the responsibility of green productions lies and how we can work together across the country to achieve the targets set. Sustainability initiatives are calling for and building the necessary infrastructure for standardized green productions going forward. Where is Canada now and what are our most pressing long-term and short-term priorities?
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MEMBERS LOUNGE 2022
Sustainable Sets, Energy, and Environments | Case Study: Virtual Production
Presented by William F. White International Inc.
As we head into a greener future for production, this panel, presented by William F. White International, explores Virtual Production as an alternative resource to help alleviate the environmental ramifications of film and television sets. Learn about both the sustainable opportunities and potential challenges of Virtual Production, as well as renewable energy solutions and other considerations, in order to determine whether virtual solutions are best for your next production.
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ACADEMY TALKS: FRAMING THE FUTURE
A Critical Path to Green Production
Presented by MBS Canada
Are you frustrated with the cost of diesel? Want to learn how you can save money and reduce carbon emissions on set? This Framing the Future discussion, presented by MBS Canada, explores key sustainability actions, including clean energy solutions on-set, and offers practical advice on how to incorporate sustainability into your budget.
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ACADEMY TALKS: FRAMING THE FUTURE
On-Set Fuel Consumption and Clean Energy Solutions
Presented by MBS Canada
The majority of on-set greenhouse gas emissions come from fuel consumption. In this Framing the Future discussion, presented by MBS Canada, our panel evaluates what’s being done to support adoption of smaller generators, batteries, and grid tie-in and how you can critically evaluate power before your next production. Where are alternative solutions for clean energy available and where are examples of joint ventures and collaboration to alleviate fuel consumption on-set?
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Helpful Links.
Alberta Sustainable Production Guide (Alberta)
Creative BC / Reel Green (British-Columbia)
Manitoba Film & Music Reel Green (Manitoba)
Screen Nova Scotia (Nova Scotia)
Ontario Creates / Ontario Green Screen (Ontario)
Rolling Green | On Tourne Vert (Quebec)
Quebec Council for Sustainable Events (Quebec)
Committee Members.
ADVISORS
ZENA HARRIS
Founder and President – Green Spark Group
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zenaharris/
Website: https://www.greensparkgroup.com/
LEATICIA KAGGWA
Sustainability Manager – Purolator
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaticia/
Website: https://www.purolator.com/en
