Manitoba Film & Television Production Guide

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1 Manitoba Film & Television Production Guide

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3 Welcome to the Manitoba Film & Televison Production Guide This book is designed to help you visualize and plan your next project in Manitoba. Inside you will find detailed information about Manitoba s Tax Credit incentives, an extensive locations photo gallery, filming logistics information and more! Whatever your project demands, Manitoba has the experience, flexibility and world-class talent to make it happen. This year s production guide is a joint initiative of Manitoba Film & Music and On Screen Manitoba. Manitoba Film & Music (MFM) exists so our province s film and music industries flourish! MFM implements the film commission incentives, provides locations services, develops and invests in Manitoba productions and co-productions and administers the Manitoba Film & Video Production Tax Credits. Manitoba Film & Music is funded by the Government of Manitoba through the Department of Sport, Culture and Heritage. On Screen Manitoba (OSM) is an innovative non-profit, membershipdriven association that leads, builds and represents Manitoba s screen-based media industry. Their membership consists of individuals and organizations including production companies, labour groups, distributors, broadcasters, suppliers and supporting organizations. On Screen Manitoba is generously supported by the Government of Manitoba and Western Economic Diversification Canada. 01

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5 IATSE Local 856 represents talented freelance specialty Artists,Technicians and Crafts workers in the Manitoba Motion Picture industry. Many of our members have been working in the Manitoba film industry for more than fifteen years.

6 Table of Contents 06 Flight Routes And Time Zones 07 Population 07 Seasonal Information 08 First-Stop Government Contacts for Film Services 13 Location Photography 10 Infrastructure Summary 47 Photography Index and Credits 11 Manitoba Film Programs and Tax Credit Programs 04

7 05 Filming in Manitoba

8 Flight Routes and Time Zones Demonstrates existing flight routes Vancouver / LA -8:00 GMT Winnipeg -6:00 GMT Toronto / NY -8:00 GMT London, England 12:00 GMT Main Flight Routes to Winnipeg, Manitoba From Approx. Travel Time Airline Clear Customs In Vancouver (Direct) 3 hours Air Canada, West Jet N/A Calgary (Direct) 2 hours Air Canada, West Jet N/A Toronto (Direct) 2.5 hours Air Canada, West Jet N/A Montreal (Direct) 2.5 hours Air Canada, West Jet N/A L.A. via Denver 4 hours United Winnipeg L.A. via Minneapolis 5 hours Delta Winnipeg L.A. via Vancouver 5 hours Air Canada, West Jet Vancouver L.A. via Calgary 5 hours Air Canada, West Jet Calgary New York via Toronto 4 hours Air Canada, West Jet Toronto New York via Montreal 4 hours Air Canada, West Jet Montreal Palm Springs (Direct) 4 hours West Jet Winnipeg Phoenix (Direct) 4 hours West Jet Winnipeg London, UK (Direct) 11 hours West Jet Winnipeg 06

9 Population 36,726,673 Canada 1,318,000 Manitoba 778,489 Winnipeg Seasonal Information Manitoba has four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and sunny, with extended daylight hours and an extremely long magic hour. Winter days are bright and refreshing and the winter months are perfect for night shoots. Manitoba s southern and northern regions have distinctly different seasons. Southern Manitoba Winnipeg residents enjoy up to 16 hours of sunlight daily during the summer months. The peak season for sunflowers is the second week of July through to the first week of August. The wheat fields turn a golden colour in early August. The wheat fields are harvested mid- August to mid-september. Typically, the leaves begin to change colour by early September, through to mid-october. By the end of October, most of the leaves have fallen off the trees. The first snowfall can vary greatly from yearto-year. Typically, snow begins to fall in November and there is usually snow cover by December. By mid-march, the spring melt starts and snow coverage begins to fluctuate. Lakes are generally not safe to film on after mid-march and the snow is generally gone by the middle of April. The trees begin to bud and turn green between late April and mid-may, depending on the year and region. Northern Manitoba (Churchill) The sun s rays are reflected off the snow and ice due to Churchill s latitude, meaning low temperatures all year, but the proximity to Hudson Bay moderates the temperature in summer months. The majority of Churchill s precipitation falls during the summer. Mid-June through August is Beluga whale season. October and November are prime months for viewing polar bears as ice begins to freeze. Snow begins to accumulate. Snow cover is cm. Northern Lights are often seen in the clear Northern skies, peaking in March. Snow begins to melt and is completely gone by June. Tundra flowers begin to bud in late spring. 07

10 First-Stop Government Contacts for Film Services Manitoba Film & Music Manitoba Film & Music (MFM) is the provincial film commission and the first point of contact for production inquiries about location photos, tax credit information, crew and infrastructure, etc. MFM administers the Manitoba Film & Video Production Tax Credit on behalf of the Province of Manitoba and provides location packages and scouting services where possible. For more information on services and tax credits visit mbfilmmusic.ca. Location inquiries and scripts can be sent to Manitoba Film & Music Lombard Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3B 3B ext. 22 mbfilmmusic.ca Carole Vivier CEO & Film Commissioner Louise O Brien-Moran Manager of Film Programs and Film Commission Services louise@mbfilmmusic.ca Andrew Gallinger Film Commission Services Coordinator andrew@mbfilmmusic.ca Brian Clasper Senior Analyst Film, Television & Tax Credits brian@mbfilmmusic.ca Hailey Hooke Tax Credit & Development Analyst hailey@mbfilmmusic.ca Border Services The following websites provide information on the eligibility and application process to bring foreign workers into Canada for a specific film project. It is not all encompassing and the responsibility remains with the producer to ensure they are aware of all rules, regulations and requirements for foreign hires. Information on work permits for temporary foreign workers on a specific project: cic.gc.ca/english/resources/tools/temp/ work/opinion/imp-c14.asp Website to apply for work permits for temporary foreign workers on a specific project: cic.gc.ca/english/e-services/employerportal.asp Information regarding film producers entering Canada to work on a specific project: cic.gc.ca/english/resources/tools/temp/ work/permit/arts/index.asp 08

11 First-Stop Government Contacts for Film Services City of Winnipeg The Winnipeg Film & Special Events Office is committed to promoting and facilitating production with budget saving benefits such as: 24-hour office support, the use of city-owned buildings, one-stop shop for all city permits and civic departments, and assistance with scouting city locations. winnipeg.ca/filmandspecialevents Kenny Boyce Manager, Film & Special Events Monique Perro Film Liaison, Film & Special Events Government of Manitoba Liaison The Film Liaison Manager at the Province of Manitoba facilitates requests and permits to all provincial government departments for filming on provincial properties, parks, hospitals and highways, and coordinates location surveys and agreements with the province. This office is also the first point of contact for requests related to municipalities outside Winnipeg. gov.mb.ca/finance/events/movies.html Rob Kennedy Director, Film Liaison Manager, Cultural Industry Consultant Sport, Culture and Heritage The Film and Special Events Office of the City of Winnipeg Committed to promoting and facilitating production. One call does it all for your filming needs in Winnipeg! winnipeg.ca/filmandspecialevents 510 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB 09

12 Infrastructure Summary On Screen Manitoba Industry Association On Screen Manitoba, the province s media production industry association, represents over 1,500 media production industry professionals. For a complete list of Manitoba production companies, service providers, labour groups, post-production facilities, distributors, broadcasters, training bodies and exhibitors, visit onscreenmanitoba.com. Nicole Matiation Executive Director nicole@onscreenmanitoba.com Crew & Cast Contacts DGC Manitoba dgc.ca/en/manitoba mdc@dgc.ca IATSE 856 iatse856.com businessagent@iatse856.com Equipment, Camera and Post Houses William F. White Inc. whites.com MIDCAN midcan.com Sound Stage The Manitoba Production Centre manitobaproductioncentre.ca Two River Studio Manitoba Studio in Development Opening 2018 tworiversstudio.ca Urban Prairie Post urbanprairiepost.ca Frank Digital frankdigital.ca DACAPO dacapo.ca (204) IATSE 669 ia669.com camera@ia669.com VFX, VR and Animation Tangent Animation tangent-animation.ca Campfire Union campfireunion.com ACTRA Manitoba manitoba@actra.ca Opus Animation opusvisual.com Project Whitecard projectwhitecard.com Electric Monk Media electricmonkmedia.com Hand Craft Creative handcraftcreative.com Build Films buildfilms.ca ZenFri zenfri.com 10

13 Manitoba Film & Video Production Tax Credit Canada s most competitive fully refundable labourbased tax credit offers an up-to-65% rebate on eligible Manitoba labour expenditures (45% base credit plus eligible bonuses: 10% Frequent Filming Bonus and/or 5% Manitoba Producer Bonus and/or 5% Rural Bonus). Benefits of Manitoba Tax Credits NO Canadian content requirements NO copyright ownership requirements NO co-production requirements (You are not obliged to work with a Manitoba company, but you benefit through the 10% Frequent Filming Bonus and 5% Manitoba Producer Bonus.) NO funding caps per production or per production company (The greater your Manitoba labour expenditures, the greater your tax credit will be.) NO caps on annual funds available (Manitoba s tax credit is a rebate, not a finite fund, which means you ll never have to wait for a new fiscal year to apply for your rebate.) NO minimum or maximum budget requirements NO first time producer requirements Manitoba offers the most competitive tax credits in Canada. These credits apply to eligible projects which include fully financed television movies, documentaries, feature films, dramatic series, variety, multimedia, animation, children s programming, music programming and informational series, as well as digital productions. Manitoba s tax credits are based on eligible Manitoba labour OR eligible Manitoba production costs (including labour), and can be paired with Canada s national tax credit programs. The tax credit is a choice between either: Cost of Salaries Tax Credit Up to 65% OR Cost of Production Tax Credit 30% The most competitive spend-based tax credit in Canada provides production companies with a 30% fully refundable rebate on eligible production costs including labour. 11

14 MAXIMIZE YOUR TAX CREDIT BY CHOOSING TO WORK WITH A MANITOBA COMPANY Manitoba s production industry has 30 years of experience and offers world-class crew, a strong base of actors and over 40 production companies many with international co-production and service production experience. Manitoba companies work in English, French and several Indigenous languages in every genre with local, national and international partners. WORK WITH A MANITOBA COMPANY TO: Access an extra 5% in tax credits through the Manitoba Producer Bonus Add an additional 10% in tax credits through the Frequent Filming Bonus Connect with Manitoba crew, talent and local suppliers to increase your cost of salaries and/or cost of Production tax credits, depending on the option you choose. Visit onscreemanitoba.com for a complete listing of Manitoba production companies.

15 13 Location Photography

16 CONTEMPORARY WINNIPEG

17 CONTEMPORARY WINNIPEG

18 CONTEMPORARY WINNIPEG

19 CONTEMPORARY WINNIPEG 16 17

20 EXCHANGE DISTRICT, DOWNTOWN

21 EXCHANGE DISTRICT, DOWNTOWN

22 EXCHANGE DISTRICT, DOWNTOWN 28 20

23 THEATRES

24 THEATRES

25 WINNIPEG ARCHITECTURAL INTERIORS 33 23

26 WINNIPEG ARCHITECTURAL INTERIORS

27 WINNIPEG PUBLIC INTERIORS

28 INDUSTRIAL

29 INDUSTRIAL

30 EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

31 EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

32 RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBOURHOODS IN AND AROUND WINNIPEG

33 RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBOURHOODS IN AND AROUND WINNIPEG

34 RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBOURHOODS IN AND AROUND WINNIPEG

35 WINNIPEG IN THE WINTER

36 WINNIPEG IN THE WINTER

37 WINNIPEG IN THE WINTER

38 SMALL TOWN LOOK IN AND NEAR WINNIPEG

39 TURN OF CENTURY TOWN

40 ROADS AND HIGHWAYS

41 ROADS AND HIGHWAYS

42 ELEVATED LANDSCAPES AND FORESTS

43 ELEVATED LANDSCAPES AND FORESTS

44 PRAIRIE

45 SMALL TOWN LOOK IN AND NEAR BRANDON

46 SMALL TOWN LOOK IN AND NEAR BRANDON

47 WATERFRONTS, HARBOURS, SEASIDE TOWNS

48 WATERFRONTS, HARBOURS, SEASIDE TOWNS

49 Location Photography Index and Credits Contemporary Winnipeg 1. Downtown Winnipeg Max Vernon 2. Winnipeg, Hydro Building Sunset Bryan Scott 3. Winnipeg Sunset Bryan Scott 4. Canadian Museum for Human Rights Bryan Scott 5. CMHR Sunset Bryan Scott 6. Wellington Sunset Bryan Scott 7. Shaw Ballpark Travel Manitoba 8. Graham Sunset Bryan Scott 9. Bomber Stadium Tourism Winnipeg 10. Osborne Village Bryan Scott 11. Legislative Building Tourism Winnipeg 12. Cumberland View Bryan Scott 13. Exchange District Bryan Scott 14. Walking Bridge Andres Villafana, Destination Winnipeg 15. The Forks Destination Winnipeg 16. St. Bonniface Cathedral Zyron Paul Felix Exchange District, Downtown 17. Notre Dame Bryan Scott 18. Broadway Ave Anthony Fernando, Destination Winnipeg 19. Exchange District Tourism Winnipeg 20. Hotel Fort Gary Tourism Winnipeg 21. Lindsay Building Tourism Winnipeg 22. National Bank Building Anthony Fernando 23. Exchange District Brent Bellamy 24. Waterfront Bridge Bryan Scott 25. Aboriginal Center Bryan Scott 26. Red River College Stan Milosevic 27. The Woodbine Hotel Bryan Scott 28. Exchange District Tyler Walsh, Economic Development Winnipeg Theatres 29. Burton Cummings Theatre MFM 30. Burton Cummings Theatre MFM 31. Pantages Theatre MFM 32. The Pantages Theatre Gary Barringer Winnipeg Architectural Interiors 33. Manitoba Legislative Building Bryan Scott 34. Hotel Fort Gary Bryan Scott 35. The Legislative Building Bryan Scott 36. Union Station Bryan Scott Winnipeg Public Interiors 37. Rudy s Rudy s Eat and Drink 38. City Hall Bryan Scott 39. The Forks Tourism Winnipeg Industrial 40. Sutherland Ave Bryan Scott 41. CP Yards Bryan Scott 42. Arlington Bridge, West Jarvis Bryan Scott 43. Arlington Bridge Bryan Scott 44. The Tracks Bryan Scott 45. City of Winnipeg Electric Terminal Bryan Scott 46. Selkirk Industrial Metal Works MFM 47. Selkirk Bridge Manitoba Hot Educational Institutions 48. Investors Group Field Bryan Scott 49. Tech Voc High School Bryan Scott 50. Brandon Mental Health Center Stan Milosevic 51. Laura Secord School Bryan Scott 52. Isbister School Bryan Scott 53. University of Manitoba University of Manitoba Residential Neighbourhoods in and Around Winnipeg 54. Near Assiniboine Park Brent Bellamy 55. Residential Winnipeg Brent Bellamy 56. Highgate Apartments Bryan Scott 57. Tall Grass Prairie Bryan Scott 58. Crescentwood Neighbourhood Destination Winnipeg 59. Women s Club MFM 60. Morden City Park MFM 61. House on river MFM 62. Winnipeg Home Scott Barker 63. Captain Kennedy House John M. Oudenaar 47

50 Location Photography Index and Credits Winnipeg in the Winter 64. St Boniface Cathedral Tourism Winnipeg 65. River Trail Bryan Scott 66. Assiniboine Park Tourism Winnipeg 67. Assiniboine Park Keith Levit 68. Balmoral Church MFM 69. Kildonan Park Bryan Scott 70. St Boniface Colin Kent 71. Aloft set photo Alan Fraser 72. Fort Rouge Winnipeg MFM Small Town Look in and near Winnipeg 73. Portage La Prairie MFM 74. Stonewall Bryan Scott 75. St. Boniface Destination Winnipeg 76. Lilac Street MFM 77. Virden Bryan Scott Turn of Century Town 78. Prairie Dog Central Destination Winnipeg 79. Jesse James set City of Winnipeg 80. Austin Agricultural Museum Bernie Narvey 81. Jesse James set City of Winnipeg 82. Jesse James set City of Winnipeg Roads and Highways 83. Roblin Area MFM 84. Tiger Hills MFM 85. Trans Canada Bryan Scott 86. Wawanesa MFM 87. Riding Mountain National Park MFM Prairie 94. La Salle River Bryan Scott 95. Farmland near Brandon, MB MFM 96. Farm in Elgin, MB MFM 97. Tiger Hills near Holland, MB MFM Small Town look in and near Brandon 98. Minnedosa Bowl Bryan Scott 99. Carberry, MB Bryan Scott 100. Brandon Mental Health Building Bryan Scott 101. Carberry Hotel Bryan Scott 102. Virden Row Housing Bryan Scott 103. Minnedosa Bryan Scott 104. Brandon-Rosser Bryan Scott 105. Carberry Hotel Bryan Scott 106. Brandon-Rosser Bryan Scott 107. Brandon Rosser Bryan Scott Waterfronts, Harbours, Seaside Towns 108. Hecla Travel Manitoba 109. Churchill, Jockville Bryan Scott 110. Hecla MFM 111. Gimli Pier Bryan Scott 112. Churchill, Bernier Bryan Scott 113. Willow Point Beach Travel Manitoba 114. Steep Rock Bryan Scott 115. Steep Rock Travel Manitoba Elevated Landscapes and Forests 88. Leary s Brickworks Bryan Scott 89. Assiniboine meets Souris Ken Storie 90. Riding Mountain National Park Travel Manitoba 91. Souris River Ken Storie 92. Spirit Sands MFM 93. Pinawa Dam Gary Barringer 48

51 Property Management Services Furnished Rentals Executive Rentals Un-Furnished Rentals Short Term Rentals Home for the stars and those who light their way! #2-733 Pembina Hwy, Winnipeg

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