September 8–10, 2025

Omni King Edward Hotel
Toronto, Ontario

Announcing the Advisory Board for Access Canada Summit, Powered by The Hollywood Reporter

Access Canada Summit, powered by The Hollywood Reporter is proud to announce the formation of its Advisory Board — a dynamic group of leaders from across the Canadian industry who will play a vital role in shaping the summit’s strategic direction and programming.

These advisors bring extensive experience and deep industry insight to ensure that the most relevant trends, challenges, and opportunities for the screen-based industry are the focus of the three-day event.

Introducing the inaugural Advisory Board members:

Mark Bishop

Mark Bishop

Co-President
Blue Ant Studios
Allison Brough

Allison Brough

Senior Vice President of Unscripted Television
Blink 49 Studios
Vanessa Case

Vanessa Case

Vice President of Content
Paramount+, Pluto TV
Mike Costentino

Mike Costentino

President & Executive Producer
COSMEDIA.INC
Jocelyn Hamilton

Jocelyn Hamilton

President, Television
Lionsgate Canada
Joy Loewen

Joy Loewen

VP, Growth & Inclusion
Canada Media Fund (CMF)
Lea Marin

Lea Marin

Director of Development, Drama, Scripted Content
CBC
Sara McLaren

Sara McLaren

Director, Communications & Partnerships
Bell Media
Robin Mirsky

Robin Mirsky

Executive Director, Rogers Group of Funds
Rogers Communications Inc.
Meg Symsyk

Meg Symsyk

President and CEO
FACTOR
Stephanie Wilson-Chapin

Stephanie Wilson-Chapin

Strategic Partner Lead for TV, Sports, News
YouTube Canada

“In today’s dynamic media landscape, understanding the specific needs and challenges of the Canadian industry is more critical than ever. Access Canada Summit’s Advisory Board, comprised of influential voices from across media and entertainment, will be instrumental in guiding our program to address the most pressing questions facing the industry,” said Ferne Cohen, President of Access Canada. “Thank you to the Advisory Board members whose involvement underscores the importance and potential of this new platform.”

About Access Canada Summit:

Access Canada Summit will spotlight Canada’s vibrant content industry on a global stage, fostering dialogue, discovery, and deal-making.  Building on years of producing impactful Canadian industry events, and now in partnership with The Hollywood Reporter, this dynamic three-day summit will continue to spark meaningful connections and unlock new opportunities through cutting-edge programming and exclusive market access. 

Programming details — including speakers, panels, roundtables, curated meetings, and networking —will be announced in the coming weeks.

Join us from September 8 – 10, 2025 at the Omni King Edward Hotel, Toronto.

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