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Schulich ExecEd Announces Exciting New Partnership with Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)

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Vendredi, septembre 8, 2023

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TORONTO, Sept. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Schulich Executive Education (Schulich ExecEd) partners with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) to strengthen leadership across the management and senior teams.

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TORONTO, Sept. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Schulich Executive Education (Schulich ExecEd) partners with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) to strengthen leadership across the management and senior teams.
Through this partnership, Schulich ExecEd strives to empower TIFF leaders with advanced training to enhance skill sets in areas such as: strategy, resilience, leadership, management change and transformation, and DEI initiatives.
“Schulich ExecEd is proud to be the official training partner of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
With the official start of the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival only a few weeks away, Schulich ExecEd looks forward to continuing its partnership with TIFF leaders and curating customized programming that will help the organization transform the way people see film.

REI Co-op Studios celebrates the release of new co-produced films for fall

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Mercredi, septembre 13, 2023

SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REI Co-op Studios, the in-house content arm for specialty outdoor retailer REI, today announced the release and expanded distribution of several original feature films, short films and podcasts. Among the projects are "Canary," a feature climate documentary that will begin its major U.S. theatrical run on Sept. 15, "Frybread Face & Me," a narrative film that made its international premiere at Toronto International Film Festival, and Full Circle: The First All Black Everest Ascent, a forthcoming film in partnership with Westbrook Studios.

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SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REI Co-op Studios , the in-house content arm for specialty outdoor retailer REI, today announced the release and expanded distribution of several original feature films, short films and podcasts.
REI Co-op Studios executive produced and helped finance the film, along with Macro, River Road, and Indion Entertainment.
REI Co-op Studios executive produced the film in partnership Boardwalk Pictures, producers of "Chef's Table," "Cheer," and "Last Chance U."
Beyond feature films, REI Co-op Studios is producing short films and podcasts that will launch on REI's channels through the Fall.
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Talking Heads' "Stop Making Sense" World Premiere at TIFF Becomes Highest Grossing IMAX Live Event Ever

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Mardi, septembre 12, 2023

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TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) today announced that the special IMAX Live 40th anniversary screening of Jonathan Demme's Stop Making Sense at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is now the highest grossing IMAX Live event of all time. The groundbreaking Talking Heads concert film earned $640,839 and sold out 25 screens across 165 IMAX locations in North America and the BFI IMAX in London.

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TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) today announced that the special IMAX Live 40th anniversary screening of Jonathan Demme's Stop Making Sense at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is now the highest grossing IMAX Live event of all time.
The groundbreaking Talking Heads concert film earned $640,839 and sold out 25 screens across 165 IMAX locations in North America and the BFI IMAX in London.
The world premiere screening was held on Monday, September 11 at Cineplex's Scotiabank IMAX Theatre in Toronto.
"The unforgettable Stop Making Sense looks and sounds even more incredible in IMAX, and we're excited to share this event with TIFF and our audiences everywhere," said Rich Gelfond, CEO of IMAX.

JEAN-MARC VALLÉE DGC DISCOVERY AWARD PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON EMERGING DIRECTORS

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Mardi, septembre 12, 2023

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TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - The Directors Guild of Canada is proud to announce the 11 long-listed films for the 2023 Jean-Marc Vallée DGC Discovery Award, highlighting some of the top up-and-coming directors to watch out for this festival season.

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TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - The Directors Guild of Canada is proud to announce the 11 long-listed films for the 2023 Jean-Marc Vallée DGC Discovery Award, highlighting some of the top up-and-coming directors to watch out for this festival season.
"These bold, fearless filmmakers are extraordinary new voices in the landscape of Canadian cinema," said Warren P. Sonoda, DGC President.
Last year, the Discovery Award was rededicated to long-time DGC Director Member Jean-Marc Vallée.
The Discovery Award Jury is chaired by Danishka Esterhazy, along with Trevor Mack, Titus Heckel, Heather Young, Geordie Sabbagh, Andrea Martinez Crowther, Ariel Nasr and Yasmin Mathurin.

Christie returns as the Official Digital Projection Partner for the 23rd year

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Mardi, septembre 12, 2023

TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Until September 17, 2023, Christie is illuminating venues, including the Scotiabank Theatre, to help the festival recognize homegrown and international cinema.

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Christie® is proud to renew its partnership with the Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF) for the 23rd consecutive year.
TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Until September 17, 2023, Christie is illuminating venues, including the Scotiabank Theatre, to help the festival recognize homegrown and international cinema.
Returning as its Official Digital Projection Partner, Christie projection solutions are lighting up TIFF venues throughout the city.
"As TIFF's Official Projection Partner for the 23rd time, it says a lot about the success of our relationship," says Arlonna Seymour, executive director, Corporate Marketing, Christie.

Nancy Grant named 2023 CMPA Indiescreen Award winner

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Vendredi, septembre 8, 2023

Nancy Grant (Metafilms) was named the recipient of the Established Producer Award.

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Nancy Grant (Metafilms) was named the recipient of the Established Producer Award.
As the winner of the Established Producer Award, Ms. Grant was awarded a $20,000 cash prize.
Anam Abbas was named the recipient of the 2023 Kevin Tierney Emerging Producer Award.
The Established Producer Award jury and the Kevin Tierney Emerging Producer Award jury were each chaired by last year's CMPA Indiescreen Award winners, Damon D'Oliveira, and Sara Blake, Magali Gillon-Krizaj and Tyler Hagan, respectively.

TRREB: Higher Borrowing Costs Continue to Impact Housing Market in August

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Mercredi, septembre 6, 2023

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“Looking forward, we know there will be solid demand for housing – both ownership and rental – in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and broader Greater Golden Horseshoe.

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“Looking forward, we know there will be solid demand for housing – both ownership and rental – in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and broader Greater Golden Horseshoe.
Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 5,294 sales in August 2023 – down by 5.2 per cent compared to August 2022.
“More balanced market conditions this summer compared to the tighter spring market resulted in selling prices hovering at last year’s levels and dipping slightly compared to July.
“While higher interest rates have certainly impacted affordability, the prospect of higher taxes will also hit households’ balance sheets, especially younger buyers with limited savings.

National Geographic Documentary Films Dates Theatrical Release for THE MISSION, From Lightbox and Award-Winning Directors Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss, Debuts Trailer and Key Art

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Jeudi, août 31, 2023

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230831919692/en/

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230831919692/en/
National Geographic Documentary Films' THE MISSION Key Art, In Theaters October (Photo: National Geographic Documentary Films)
THE MISSION will have its world premiere at the 50th edition of the Telluride Film Festival on Thursday, Aug. 31.
In the lead-up to its theatrical debut, the film will also screen at numerous festivals around the world, including the BFI London Film Festival.
Altitude Film Sales will handle international rights to the film and will launch sales at the Toronto International Film Festival.
From Emmy-winning directors Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss (“Boys State”), and OscarⓇ-winning producer Simon Chinn and Emmy-winning producer Jonathan Chinn of Lightbox, comes National Geographic Documentary Films’ THE MISSION, which uncovers the gripping story beyond the headlines.

Mercury Bio Welcomes New Finance Director & Closes $2M Early Funding Round

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Mercredi, août 30, 2023

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The seed round, which commenced in January of this year, was swiftly subscribed to by investors from across the nation, both corporations and individuals alike.

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The seed round, which commenced in January of this year, was swiftly subscribed to by investors from across the nation, both corporations and individuals alike.
Additionally, the company has signified its intent to promptly initiate efforts towards a Series A investment round due to the surge in activity.
Before January 2023, the company had been funded through pre-seed investments primarily sourced from individuals and organizations based in New Mexico.
"Mercury Bio really transitioned out of a period of discreet technological development when we unveiled our groundbreaking technology at the recent 3rd-Annual mRNA Therapeutics conference in Boston," says current CEO, Bruce McCormick.

Toronto Pearson Airport welcomes Osmow's authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurant to Terminal 1

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Lundi, juillet 24, 2023

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TORONTO, July 24, 2023 /CNW/ - Toronto Pearson Airport is excited to announce the opening of a highly anticipated addition to its culinary scene.

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TORONTO, July 24, 2023 /CNW/ - Toronto Pearson Airport is excited to announce the opening of a highly anticipated addition to its culinary scene.
Situated in Terminal 1's domestic sector, post-security, Osmow's will introduce travellers to an enticing menu of modern Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes.
"We are excited to introduce Osmow's to Toronto Pearson Airport," said Khalil Lambert, Chief Commercial Officer, Greater Toronto Airports Authority.
Toronto Pearson Airport serves as a gateway to Canada, welcoming millions of passengers annually.