Alberta Multi-Media Development Fund retooled for competitive market - Alberta Association of Motion Picture and Television Unions (AAMPTU) welcome boost to film, television and digital media industry Multi-Media Development Fund retooled for competitive market Changes to the Alberta Multi-Media Development Fund (AMDF) recently announced by Minister of Culture and Community Services Minister Heather Klimchuk, will support thousands of Albertans by creating more employment and [...]
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Conservative candidates respond to AAMPTU regarding Film & Television industry in Alberta - AAMPTU (Alberta Association of Motion Picture and Television Unions) sent a letter to Conservative leadership candidates, Alison Redford, Doug Horner & Gary Mar last week asking one simple question: If you become leader of the Progressive Conservative party, what would you do to support the screen based industries in Alberta? ACTRA doesn’t support one candidate [...]
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Canadian star Shaun Johnston to be honoured by Alberta Production community - CALGARY – ACTRA Alberta congratulates local member Shaun Johnston on being named the recipient of the 2011 David Billington Award. The annual award is presented to an individual who has made an invaluable contribution to Alberta’s production community, and celebrates those individuals who, like David Billington, inspire us all with their vision, passion and dedication.
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