'Learn to Swim,' the debut feature from alum Thyrone Tommy, starring alum Thomas Antony Olajide (pictured).

'Scarborough,' from CFC alum and co-director Rich Williamson, with music by alum Rob Teehan.

'Wildhood,' from alum and writer-director Bretten Hannam, with music by alum Neil Haverty.

'Quickening,' the debut feature from alum and writer-director Haya Waseem, with music by alum Spencer Creaghan.

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CFC'S CORE PROGRAMS OFFER ADVANCED ARTISTIC, PROJECT AND BUSINESS ACCELERATORS FOR CANADIAN CREATIVE TALENT IN THE SCREEN-BASED INDUSTRIES

CFC's uniquely designed core programs include The Norman Jewison Film Program, the Bell Media Prime Time TV Program, the CBC Actors Conservatory and the Slaight Music Residency. These are intensive, professional and practical programs guided by industry experts. Each one is tailored to the unique needs of the creatives, and equips residents with skills, tools, mentorship and networking opportunities to build long and sustainable careers in the international screen industry.

CFC's core programs support and empower Canadian artists and creators and generate world-class talent, content, partnerships and companies for the global marketplace.

THE NORMAN JEWISON FILM PROGRAM

The Norman Jewison Film Program, supported by Shaftesbury and AMC Networks, is CFC’s signature film program, comprised of four separate labs. It is a key destination for creative professionals who want to establish their voice in screen entertainment and is a vital incubator for bold new voices, fresh new IP, and future industry leaders who will redefine how Canadian stories are told onscreen and experienced internationally.

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CFC FEATURES

CFC Features invests and creatively collaborates with the brightest and most promising filmmakers from across Canada. If you are a writer, director or producer with a feature film in the million dollar realm, this program offers you an unparalleled opportunity to make your movie a reality.

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BELL MEDIA PRIME TIME TV PROGRAM

The Bell Media Prime Time TV Program delivers a real world story room experience, develops strong series writers and creates original series content for the marketplace.

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CBC ACTORS CONSERVATORY

The CFC Actors’ Conservatory offers actors a transformative artistic experience that strengthens the performer’s instrument for the screen and builds a professional skill set.

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THE SLAIGHT FAMILY MUSIC LAB

Music creators are integral to the storytelling process. The Slaight Family Music Lab is designed to bolster the integration of composers and songwriters into the onscreen process while also fostering unique business opportunities to increase the use of Canadian music in film, television, interactive and digital properties.

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