Vancouver May Be Seeing Film and TV Production Rebound
Vancouver is experiencing a rebound in film and television production, driven by increased tax credits and major studio investments. U.S. broadcast series, Netflix projects, and animation studios are returning to or expanding in British Columbia. Industry leaders cite strong local talent and infrastructure as key factors in the region's continued appeal.
- ▪British Columbia raised its tax credit for foreign film production from 28 percent to 36 percent in late 2024.
- ▪Five U.S. broadcast series, including CBS’ Tracker and ABC’s Scrubs revival, are currently filming in Vancouver.
- ▪Netflix opened Netflix Animation Studios in Vancouver in April, a 110,600 sq. ft. facility dedicated to animated feature films.
- ▪Cinesite is hiring in Vancouver for an upcoming animated feature in collaboration with Skydance Animation and Netflix.
- ▪The Vancouver Film School has launched a hybrid production program to adapt to industry changes and attract students despite AI and economic uncertainties.
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CBS' 'Tracker,' starring Justin Hartley, has been mostly filmed in Vancouver and British Columbia. Darko Sikman/CBS Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment In late 2024, British Columbia increased its tax credits for foreign and local film production as just one building block to set the stage for a rebound in Hollywood activity in Vancouver. The local tax rebate for foreign projects shot locally jumped from 28 percent to 36 percent. It appears to be working. For the latest season, 5 broadcast series from U.S.
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