The Animation Conference (TAC) 2025 – Ottawa International Animation Festival

September 24 - 26, 2025 (TAC)

All Day

National Arts Centre, Ottawa

Edwards Creative Law’s managing partner and entertainment lawyer Mark Edwards is excited to attend The Animation Conference (TAC) from Sept 24–26 during the Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF). To arrange a meeting with Mark, please email info@edwardslaw.ca

Mark will host “How-to Co-Pro: Connect with Edwards Creative Law” on Sept 25 (TAC Day 2) from 12:00 pm–12:45 pm at Le Salon (Canal Level). This is a practical and interactive seminar on co-production deals—covering contracts, financing, and the legal essentials to get your project off the ground.

Edwards Creative Law is proud to sponsor the Pitch THIS! award at TAC, supporting Canadian animation creators with valuable legal resources.

Explore the full TAC 2025 schedule and grab your pass

* The poster is designed by Academy Award®-winning Canadian animator Torill Kove

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Testimonials From Our Clients

15 Years of Trusted Legal Advice in a Complex Industry

I have worked with Edwards Creative Law for well over 15 years on numerous projects with both Mark and Byron. The advice and the guidance provided have saved my bacon more times than I can count. The entertainment business is tricky and there are no better people to help you navigate it.

Derek Diorio
Distinct Features
Derek Diorio
Distinct Features

15 Years of Trusted Legal Advice in a Complex Industry

I have worked with Edwards Creative Law for well over 15 years on numerous projects with both Mark and Byron. The advice and the guidance provided have saved my bacon more times than I can count. The entertainment business is tricky and there are no better people to help you navigate it.

Responsiveness, Professionalism

Highly recommend Edwards Creative Law. Mark, Byron, Ian, Gina, Erin and their wider team are thoughtful, knowledgeable entertainment partners who assist us in navigating the legal complexities of film and television production. They also allow for the process to be enjoyable and collaborative in nature. Five stars.

Sarah Fodey
SandBay Entertainment
Sarah Fodey
SandBay Entertainment

Responsiveness, Professionalism

Highly recommend Edwards Creative Law. Mark, Byron, Ian, Gina, Erin and their wider team are thoughtful, knowledgeable entertainment partners who assist us in navigating the legal complexities of film and television production. They also allow for the process to be enjoyable and collaborative in nature. Five stars.

Highly recommend

Edwards Creative Law has been a fierce defender of my project’s rights and interests, and all while working within my needs and comfort. Engaging Byron as my entertainment lawyer has been one of the best decisions I made for my company. Highly recommend.

Bronwyn Szabo
Filmmaker, Screenwriter and Actor
Bronwyn Szabo
Filmmaker, Screenwriter and Actor

Highly recommend

Edwards Creative Law has been a fierce defender of my project’s rights and interests, and all while working within my needs and comfort. Engaging Byron as my entertainment lawyer has been one of the best decisions I made for my company. Highly recommend.

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