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The Province
a day ago
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- The Province
Film and TV industry summit celebrating, supporting diversity returns to Vancouver this week
East by Northwest (EXNW) provides a platform for racialized Canadian entertainment industry creatives to access Asia-Pacific industry leaders Playwright Ins Choi seen here as Appa in a production of Kim's Convenience will be doing a special presentation at this year's East by Northwest (EXNW) industry summit on July 18-20 at the JW Marriott Parq Hotel in Vancouver. Photo by Mike Hensen / Mike Hensen/The London Free Pres Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. An entertainment industry summit that celebrates and supports diversity in Hollywood North returns to Vancouver this week. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. 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REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Hosted by the Racial Equity Screen Office (RESO), The East by Northwest (EXNW) is set to take place July 18-20 at the JW Marriott Parq Hotel. The event provides a platform for racialized Canadian entertainment industry creatives to access Asia-Pacific industry leaders, generate partnerships, and reimagine how content is financed, produced and distributed globally. 'We are creating the space and the momentum for the next wave of Canadian stories to reach international screens,' said Barbara Lee, RESO founder and EXNW creator in a statement. 'EXNW is where the future of global storytelling begins.' EXNW organizers see the conference as 'a launch pad for new narratives, new business, and a more inclusive global entertainment landscape.' Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'We're proud to convene leading industry voices from the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and South Korea at EXNW 2025,' said Hanna Cho, RESO executive director and EXNW Asia Pacific program director. 'As Canada deepens its ties across the Asia-Pacific, we see EXNW as a timely and vital space for equity-driven international collaboration to take root, right here in Vancouver.' The core of EXNW is a series of panel conversations featuring Asia-Pacific and North American executives, producers, and investors. Highlighted speakers include: Joonsuh Park of SLL Studios in South Korea; Chairman Reyes from the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP); and Pantham Thongsang, Thailand Creative Culture Agency (THACCA). Also on the schedule is a special presentation by Ins Choi, creator of the international hit comedy, Kim's Convenience. The conference will hold pitch sessions where selected creators will get to present their projects to Asia-Pacific and North American funders, broadcasters, and producers. An EXNW Ball is scheduled for July 19 at 7:30 p.m. Co-hosted by Kevin Vidal (Workin' Moms) and ball co-chair Kandyse McClure (Battlestar Galactica) the event will include entertainment by Juno-nominated Canadian singer Warren Dean Flandez. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Also on the slate for the evening is the presentation of the EXNW Global Connector Awards which celebrates industry trailblazers. Honourees include: Joonsuh Park—CEO of South Korea's SLL (formerly JTBC Studios). Under Park's leadership, SLL has produced the acclaimed Korean television series including Snowdrop, Sky Castle, Doctor Cha, and Itaewon Class. Grace Park–Actor and producer (Battlestar Galactica, Hawaii Five-0), whose career has helped challenge barriers for Asian representation in Hollywood. Ins Choi–Korean Canadian playwright and creator of Kim's Convenience, one of Canada's most successful cross-cultural storytelling exports. Choi's work has opened doors for Asian Canadian narratives on global stages. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Ella Cooper–Executive Director of Black Women Film! and an award-winning filmmaker, artist, and cultural leader. Cooper has built sustainable platforms for underrepresented voices across borders. Doreen Manuel–Director of the Bosa Centre for Film & Animation, Manuel is a trailblazer in Indigenous film training. Her creation of inclusive educational and production spaces has advanced Indigenous media both within Canada and internationally. Bob Wong–Vice President of Creative B.C. Wong leads international partnerships and funding programs that support Canadian creators and attract global production to British Columbia. The conference will close out with EXNW Grand Finale at Floata Seafood Restaurant on July 20. A day of public programming in Vancouver's Chinatown will include AI and storytelling panel and drag performances by the House of Rice in celebration of Pride Month. All July 20 events are open to the public. Tickets are available here. Read More Crime News News Local News News
Calgary Herald
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Calgary Herald
Film and TV industry summit celebrating, supporting diversity returns to Vancouver this week
An entertainment industry summit that celebrates and supports diversity in Hollywood North returns to Vancouver this week. Hosted by the Racial Equity Screen Office (RESO), The East by Northwest (EXNW) is set to take place July 18-20 at the JW Marriott Parq Hotel. Article content The event provides a platform for racialized Canadian entertainment industry creatives to access Asia-Pacific industry leaders, generate partnerships, and reimagine how content is financed, produced and distributed globally. Article content Article content 'We are creating the space and the momentum for the next wave of Canadian stories to reach international screens,' said Barbara Lee, RESO founder and EXNW creator in a statement. 'EXNW is where the future of global storytelling begins.' Article content Article content EXNW organizers see the conference as 'a launch pad for new narratives, new business, and a more inclusive global entertainment landscape.' Article content 'We're proud to convene leading industry voices from the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and South Korea at EXNW 2025,' said Hanna Cho, RESO executive director and EXNW Asia Pacific program director. 'As Canada deepens its ties across the Asia-Pacific, we see EXNW as a timely and vital space for equity-driven international collaboration to take root, right here in Vancouver. ' The core of EXNW is a series of panel conversations featuring Asia-Pacific and North American executives, producers, and investors. Highlighted speakers include: Joonsuh Park of SLL Studios in South Korea; Chairman Reyes from the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP); and Pantham Thongsang, Thailand Creative Culture Agency (THACCA). Article content Also on the schedule is a special presentation by Ins Choi, creator of the international hit comedy, Kim's Convenience. Article content The conference will hold pitch sessions where selected creators will get to present their projects to Asia-Pacific and North American funders, broadcasters, and producers. Article content An EXNW Ball is scheduled for July 19 at 7:30 p.m. Co-hosted by Kevin Vidal (Workin' Moms) and ball co-chair Kandyse McClure (Battlestar Galactica) the event will include entertainment by Juno-nominated Canadian singer Warren Dean Flandez. Article content Article content Article content Also on the slate is the presentation of the EXNW Global Connector Awards which celebrates industry trailblazers. Past honourees include Sung Kang, Nisha Pahuja, Loretta Todd and others. Article content
Vancouver Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
Industry summit celebrating and supporting diversity returns to Vancouver this week
An industry summit that celebrates and supports diversity in Hollywood North returns to Vancouver this week. Hosted by the Racial Equity Screen Office (RESO), The East by Northwest ( EXNW ) is set to take place July 18-20 at the JW Marriott Parq Hotel. The event provides a platform for racialized Canadian entertainment industry creatives to access Asia-Pacific industry leaders, generate partnerships, and reimagine how content is financed, produced and distributed globally. 'We are creating the space and the momentum for the next wave of Canadian stories to reach international screens,' said Barbara Lee, RESO founder and EXNW creator in a statement. 'EXNW is where the future of global storytelling begins.' Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. EXNW organizers see the conference as 'a launch pad for new narratives , new business, and a more inclusive global entertainment landscape.' 'We're proud to convene leading industry voices from the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and South Korea at EXNW 2025,' said Hanna Cho, RESO executive director and EXNW Asia Pacific program director. 'As Canada deepens its ties across the Asia-Pacific, we see EXNW as a timely and vital space for equity-driven international collaboration to take root, right here in Vancouver. ' The core of EXNW is a series of panel conversations featuring Asia-Pacific and North American executives, producers, and investors. Highlighted speakers include: Joonsuh Park of SLL Studios in South Korea; Chairman Reyes from the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP); and Pantham Thongsang, Thailand Creative Culture Agency (THACCA). Also on the schedule is a special presentation by Ins Choi, creator of the international hit comedy, Kim's Convenience. The conference will hold pitch sessions where selected creators will get to present their projects to Asia-Pacific and North American funders, broadcasters, and producers. An EXNW Ball is scheduled for July 19 at 7:30 p.m. Co-hosted by Kevin Vidal (Workin' Moms) and ball co-chair Kandyse McClure (Battlestar Galactica) the event will include entertainment by Juno-nominated Canadian singer Warren Dean Flandez. Also on the slate is the presentation of the EXNW Global Connector Awards which celebrates industry trailblazers. Past honourees include Sung Kang, Nisha Pahuja, Loretta Todd and others. The conference will close out with EXNW Grand Finale at Floata Seafood Restaurant on July 20. A day of public programming in Vancouver's Chinatown will include AI and storytelling panel and drag performances by the House of Rice in celebration of Pride Month. All July 20 events are open to the public. Tickets are available here .
