In 2007, Toronto City Council adopted a long-term greenhouse gas reduction target of 80% of 1990 levels by 2050. Council reaffirmed their commitment to this target a year later, by approving the TransformTO: Climate Action Strategy. This strategy focuses on…
The following is Sustainable Media Production Canada's letter, submitted to the City of Toronto as part of the public consultation on reducing single-use plastic and takeaway items. Thank you for the opportunity to share the results of Sustainable Media Production…
Last month, Sustainable Media Production Canada held an Industry Consultation meeting to provide an opportunity for participants to learn more about the City of Toronto’s proposed measures on single-use plastics and takeaway items, discuss impacts, identify gaps and share solutions…
In the latest issue of Indiescreen, Canadian Media Production Association's Editor Andrew Addison talks sustainable media production with some of Canada's leading thought leaders including SMPC's own Sarah Margolius. Read more here: https://cmpa.ca/indiescreen/green-screens/
We have many initiatives underway to make a difference when it comes to the environment. That means plenty of opportunities to help make a difference, gain skills, meet amazing people and connect with great opportunities! Current volunteer opportunities include: event…
Thank you to everyone who convened for our "Best Practices for Sustainable Production" meeting last week. Production professionals came from many different departments, had varied backgrounds and held different responsibilities within the film, television, digital media and commercial production industry…
A common claim is that it takes 21 days to form a habit. The reality is, it can take anywhere between 18 to 254. Although this tidbit has been debunked, there is a silver lining: change is possible -- even…
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT - ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARD This entry-level position is now available on a television production shooting in Etobicoke and Hamilton. This is a great opportunity for the right person to get a foot in Ontario's booming film and television production…
It’s a brand-new year, and we want to thank our inspiring community of supporters who are helping to build a more sustainable film, television, and digital media industry in Ontario. We’re the only non-profit in Canada to be focused solely…