“Work Made for Hire” Explained
“Work Made for Hire” Explained: Introduction The phrase “work made for hire” is commonly found in entertainment industry contracts—particularly with regard to independent contractors. Many would be surprised to learn that the phrase “work made for hire”, often unwittingly “borrowed” from American contracts, has no legal significance in Canadian law. Is there a Canadian […]
OIDMTC Application: Common Pitfalls To Avoid
OIDMTC Application: An Introduction Developers of digital media products in Ontario are likely familiar with the Ontario Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (“OIDMTC”). Anyone who has applied to the OIDMTC is also likely aware that the processing and turnaround time for applications can be slow. Mistakes on an application can result in delays drawing out […]
Bell Fund: Short-Form Digital Series (Fiction and Non-Fiction) Program
Bell Fund – Introduction Next in our ongoing series highlighting funding opportunities for digital creators we’re going to take a look at the Bell Fund. What is the Bell Fund? The “The Bell Fund”, is a CRTC certified independent production fund that provides funding for cross-platform digital media and TV content. The Bell […]
How To Pitch to a Broadcaster
How to Pitch to a Broadcaster: Introduction How to Pitch to a Broadcaster? We know this can be nerve-wracking, especially if you don’t know which steps to take. New things can be scary but learning about the subject is the first step in the direction of becoming comfortable with any new venture. Read on to […]
Quitclaims – A Creative Legal Tool
Introduction to Quitclaims Quitclaims are legal tools used by producers and creators to ensure that someone or something has given up certain rights in a property. For example, say you are a producer and a great script lands on your desk (or inbox). The creator tells you that it was previously developed by another producer […]
Being a Musician is a Business (SOCAN)
The Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers, more commonly known as SOCAN, helps ensure that composers, authors and publishers are compensated for certain uses of their work. However, there are several misconceptions about SOCAN, including that SOCAN covers more music royalties than it actually does, and that there is no point in registering with […]
Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit (CPTC) – What Do You Need To Know?
Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit – What is it and Should You Apply? Funding the production of your Canadian television program or movie will likely include tax credits. In Canada, there are two general categories of film and television tax credits — Canadian content and production services tax credits. Both are intended to […]
