The Film Industry and its Impact on the North May 2017
AGENDA • Film & TV Stats • Background • Portal Development & Handbook • Film Timeline • Local Impact • Helpful Resources • Future Plans • Questions
Film & TV Stats in Ontario • Ontario is the #1 film and television production centre in Canada and the third largest by volume in North America behind only California and New York. • Every $1 million of film and television production in Ontario generates 21 full-time direct and associated jobs. • 2016 was another record-breaking year for the film and television production industry supported by the province contributing $1.7 billion to Ontario’s economy, more than the energy, the mining or agriculture & forestry sectors. • The film and television production industry accounted for more than 35,500 full-time direct and spin-off jobs in 2016, representing an increase of nearly 3,200 jobs over the previous year. Facts sourced from Ontario Media Development Corporation (OMDC) & Cultural Industries Ontario North (CION).
Film & TV Stats in the North The NOHFC has supported 187 productions, total support is $124.7 million, leveraging $603 million in Northern Ontario (since 2004). Region # of Total Net Approved Total Net Leverage Projects Algoma-Manitoulin 1 $ 50,000.00 $ 48,500.00 Kenora-Rainy River 2 $ 84,900.00 $ 91,150.00 Nickel Belt 1 $ 248,000.00 $ 491,000.00 Nipissing 33 $ 18,888,178.00 $ 89,632,292.00 Pan North 11 $ 13,627,592.00 $ 84,057,125.00 Parry Sound 18 $ 11,470,597.09 $ 54,734,908.00 Sault Ste. Marie 20 $ 13,795,463.00 $ 63,310,241.00 Sudbury 87 $ 61,547,755.54 $ 289,433,268.00 Thunder Bay-Atikokan 3 $ 741,000.00 $ 1,929,000.00 Thunder Bay-Superior North 7 $ 1,785,739.00 $ 6,774,863.00 Timiskaming-Cochrane 3 $ 2,023,580.00 $ 5,759,779.00 Timmins-James Bay 1 $ 500,000.00 $ 7,692,520.00 Grand Total 187 $ 124,762,804.63 $ 603,954,646.00
Background In 2009, the City saw an opportunity, actively explored the industry and decided to pursue. Through initial connections made, we started to see an influx in the number of inquiries due to: – Location, Location, Location (natural environment mixed with urban amenities) – NO film permit fees – Remarkable Downtown boutiques and facades – Cost effective accommodation and food service options – Proximity to Toronto – NOHFC Funding Support – Streamlined permit process and approvals – Assistance entering municipal facilities – Connections with community partners and utilities – Public funding application assistance As result, the City of North Bay and area municipalities started working together on a Northern Communities Investment Readiness (NCIR) application to capitalize on these opportunities to create jobs and economic benefit in the region.
Portal Development • A regional inventory platform of images and services available was created Filming in North Bay and area • Since launched in 2011, the portal has: – Developed a comprehensive inventory of cultural assets (vendors, locations, services, etc.) that support film and television projects – Fostered a film / television friendly and informed community – Improved skill level and helped produce a regional crew ready talent pool – Increased exposure and awareness of North Bay and area as an ideal filming location – Helped secure additional projects that will positively impact the regional economy
Handbook In addition to the portal, the City developed: • A streamlined film permit application and process • A comprehensive production handbook • A professional photo library/inventory • A dedicated page on our website to access these resources and testimonials Invest in North Bay
What Works • Film Fam Tour • Downtown Information Session • Local Screenings • Strong Partnerships with OMDC and CION • Presence at Tiff and Cinefest • Bootcamp/ workshops • Tourism Partnership and Social Media Campaigns • Being flexible and patient • Constantly evolving and learning • All Municipal Departments on board – truly team effort
Challenging Locations The following locations have been used in film; however, did present some initial concerns and challenges: • DND Underground Complex (former NORAD Facility) • Active Waste Water Treatment Plant • Active runway at YYB • North Bay Regional Health Centre Morgue • North Bay Jail
Municipal Film Permit The City of North Bay has a film permit application that: • Applies to all location filming that will take place in the city, except for current affairs, newscasts, student school projects, and private family video • Ensures all filming locations are identified in advance in order to coordinate road closures, parking, use of municipal facilities, special effects, etc. • Mandates all neighbouring businesses and residents within 200 feet of the filming location are notified of the filming activity • Once permits are approved, notifications are sent to the film team, which includes affected City departments and ALL Emergency Services • Ensures intermittent traffic stoppages (both vehicular and pedestrian traffic) are limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes, unless otherwise stated, shall be under the supervision of a Paid Duty Police Officer. • Confirms Paid Duty Police Officers are in place when necessary (e.g. road closures, special effects, vehicle traffic interruptions, etc.) • Confirms road closure fees and Downtown parking are paid • Tracks any/all film complaints (via form created)
Film Timeline Similar to other investment attraction opportunities, the film/tv industry is based on relationships and requires time and effort. An example of a film/tv timeline is as follows: 1. Ongoing research and client relationship building efforts 2. Expression of interest by film client, producer, director, etc. 3. Review project and discuss potential fit for North Bay and area 4. Initial meeting to discuss permits, guidelines, support, connections, etc. 5. Location scouting (could be several scouts) 6. Funding application support (NOHFC, Telefilm, CFDC, private investment, etc.) 7. Local talent pool recruitment (actors, students, crew, carpenters, painters, etc.) 8. Film services sourcing (accommodations, craft, catering, etc.) 9. Production Preparation 10. Film Production 11. Wrap up 12. Post Production An overall positive filming experience and a solid client relationship are always helpful!
Post Production Facility This post production partnership formed between public, education and industry was a long time in the making, and it will create the opportunity beyond “filming” by providing year round, scalable and sustainable employment and assisting in youth out migration.
Record Year in 2016 Film and Television Projects in 2016 1. Snipped In The Bud (Flowershop Mysteries Series) * 2. Dearly Depotted (Flowershop Mysteries Series) * 3. John Cardinal Mysteries * 4. Hard Rock Medical (season 3)* 5. For Love and Honor 6. Thornwood Heights * 7. Naked Pursuit * 8. Hellmington 9. Love On Ice * Included downtown filming locations
North Bay Impact 2016 $ 8,987,957.74 direct spend 127 Filming Days 145 of Locations
Momentum Continues in 2017 2017 is off to a great start: 1. Christmas Inheritance (March/April) 2. A Song for Christmas (March/ April) Discovery Channel – Mighty Planes 4 (April) 3. Hard Rock Medical – Season 4 (in production) 4. 5. Her Stolen Past (in production) 6. Cardinal: Blackfly (Prep April with Production May 29 to December 5) 7. Call Carter (June to September) • Planning has started for Winter 2017 and 2018
Impact on Local Business “Working with production teams and crews is an enriching experience- one that becomes enjoyable once the entire production with its staffing is in place. We appreciate being a hotel of choice for this industry and have learnt over time to give the production management time to settle into their new role and place, to stay in close contact and be willing and able to make changes in a short time frame. They contribute heavily to the local communities and we are happy to be a part of their network”. Amit Talreja, CHA Travelodge Lakeshore North Bay 718 Lakeshore Drive, North Bay, ON, P1A 2G4
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