THR’s Access Canada Summit, taking place from Sept 8 – 10, has added two new feature sessions to its lineup — conversations that promise to inspire, challenge, and spark new ideas across the industry.

Award-winning Executive Producer, Director and Writer, Jacob Tierney, sits down for an in-depth conversation on his journey from The Trotsky to Letterkenny—the cult comedy that became a global phenomenon, and his diverse work across film and television. Tierney will share insights into building enduring hits, his creative career, and a look ahead at his upcoming projects including the much-anticipated series for Crave, Heated Rivalry, that continue to push Canadian storytelling onto the world stage

Artificial intelligence is opening new doors for creators and producers, transforming workflows, lowering barriers, and expanding the ways stories can be told and shared. In this pivotal Keynote Interview, Luma AI’s CEO Amit Jain will explore how emerging tools—from photorealistic 3D assets to immersive virtual environments—are creating fresh opportunities for efficiency, creativity, and monetization across film, television, and digital platforms. While addressing the questions AI raises around ethics and forms of storytelling, this forward-looking session highlights the potential for Canadian and global storytellers alike to harness these innovations in shaping a more dynamic and inclusive entertainment future.

Access Canada Summit, powered by The Hollywood Reporter, takes place in Toronto at the OMNI King Edward Hotel from September 8–10, 2025. The three-day event will bring together industry leaders, producers, commissioners, and executives from across Canada and around the world for a bold program of keynotes, fireside chats, workshops, and curated market access meetings.