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Access Canada Summit powered by The Hollywood Reporter returns September 14–16 in Toronto with the most powerful Market Access Program we’ve ever built—creating more opportunities for producers and creators to connect directly with the executives and companies shaping the future of entertainment.

This year’s expanded program features more global decision-makers, more executive-led roundtables, more one-to-one pitch meetings, and more opportunities to build meaningful business relationships.

Whether you’re seeking financing, distribution, co-production partners, buyers or commissioners, every registered delegate will have access to book more curated meeting opportunities designed to help move projects forward.

Featured Companies Include:

Studio TF1 America
The Mediapro Studio
LG
Lifetime Television Network
Disney +
ITV Studios
Fifth Season
CJ ENM America
Bell Media
Roku Inc.
Amazon MGM Studios

See the growing list of executives HERE.

More Main Stage Sessions Announced 

The Vertical Revolution: The Future of Premium Mobile Storytelling

The rise of vertical storytelling is creating one of the industry’s fastest-growing opportunities. As demand for short-form content accelerates, studios, platforms, and technology companies are making significant investments in vertical programming. Join industry leaders at the forefront of this rapidly evolving market as they explore how producers can position themselves to capitalize on one of the most exciting growth areas in global entertainment.

Speakers include:

Sammie Astaneh

Sammie Astaneh

Founder
Service Street Pictures
Tieren Hawkins

Tieren Hawkins

Vice President, Vertical Content
Blink49 Studios
Austin Herring

Austin Herring

CEO
Snow Story Productions
Jeffrey Schenck

Jeffrey Schenck

Co-Founder
vertTV
Photo Credit: Natalie Kiwi
Sandra Yee Ling

Sandra Yee Ling

Head of Studio – Originals
GammaTime
Natalie Gergely

Natalie Gergely

Vertical Drama Writer and Producer and Co-Host of the “VertiGals” podcast

Dealmakers: Distributors

In an increasingly competitive and fragmented marketplace, distributors play a critical role in connecting great content with audiences around the world. Join leading distribution executives as they share their perspectives on the global content business, including what buyers are looking for, which genres and formats are travelling, and how producers can maximize the value and reach of their IP.

Speakers include:

Jonathan Ford

Jonathan Ford

Managing Director
Sphere Abacus
Richard Life

Richard Life

SVP Acquisitions and Coproductions
Cineflix
Laurie May

Laurie May

Co-President and Co-Founder
Elevation Pictures

More speakers coming soon!

Partner Highlight

Welcome

Join TELUS Fund for an exclusive Snapshot Session to learn how they support Canadian producers creating impactful films and series that promote health and well-being while building meaningful audience engagement.

Could your project be eligible for financing in the next application intake? Review TELUS Fund’s Program Guidelines before the session, start your application online, and bring your questions. The next deadline is September 25.

Discounted Hotel Rates End August 13

Access Canada Summit delegates qualify for discounted rates at nearby hotels…but the savings are almost gone!

Special hotel rates are available exclusively to registered Access Canada Summit delegates but only until August 13.  

Rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t delay.  

Reach out to us at: [email protected] to learn more.

Register Today

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THANK YOU TO OUR VALUED PARTNERS

Diamond Partners

Bell Media
Canada Media Fund (CMF)
Rogers Group of Funds

Platinum Partners

Blink49 Studios
FACTOR
Paramount+

Gold Partners

Calgary Economic Development Film Commission
Edmonton Screen
Fremantle
Lionsgate
Netflix

Silver Partners

Bell Fund
Dept.9 Studios
Muse Entertainment
Music Publishers Canada
Stingray
TELUS Fund
YouTube

Bronze Partners

APM Music
Boat Rocker
Disney +
Indigenous Screen Office (ISO)
Lark
Prime Entertainment Group

Supporting Partners

Anthem Canada Entertainment
Canadian Media Producers Association
Ceres Productions
Grand Scheme
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