**REMINDER: all ShowCanada delegates will be required to show proof of double vaccination at time of registration and upon entering the Scotiabank Theatre Toronto. Mask mandate in effect.

As theatres across the country reopen at full capacity and people are once again gathering outside their homes, the movie industry, like all industries, faces a “new normal” with all the challenges and opportunities that brings. Our esteemed panel will discuss where we are at from everything to studio relations, streaming wars, box office outlook and why there is still no experience like the big screen!

Participants:
Chris Aronson, President, Domestic Theatrical Distribution, Paramount Pictures
John Fithian, President & CEO, NATO
Ellis Jacob, CEO, Cineplex Entertainment
Bill Walker, CEO, Landmark Cinemas

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Prior to the panel, Telefilm Canada will present a brief overview of key findings from a study commissioned in the Spring of 2021 speaking directly with distributors and independent theatres across the country and will share program updates and initiatives shaped by the research.

The Scotiabank Theatre Toronto is a 7 minute walk from the Sheraton Centre Hotel; we will have a limited number of shuttles available for those who require.

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Moderator: Jeff Greenspoon, President, Solutions Americas & CEO Canada, Dentsu

Participants:
Michael Halminen, Creative Lead, Google Canada
Perry MacDonald, Vice President, Advertising Sales & Partnerships, Bell Media
Ivan Pehar, Country Manager, Spotify

Content, commercials, influencers, sponsored ads…. in the blurry, saturated and overwhelming media world, what do consumers even notice? What are they engaging with? And what is actually motivating behaviour?

We’ve assembled a panel of top strategic leaders in media to share their thoughts on what has changed and where we are headed; what no longer works and what effective marketing will look like in 2022 and beyond.

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Postmedia’s annual opening night cocktail tradition continues for 2021; this year we are pleased to support the work of the Canadian Picture Pioneers. Enjoy cocktails, food, music, bowling and a chance to unwind with your industry friends.

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*Proof of double vaccination will be required to enter venue; masks required when not eating or drinking*

**REMINDER: all ShowCanada delegates will be required to show proof of double vaccination at time of registration and upon entering the Scotiabank Theatre Toronto. Mask mandate in effect.

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This holiday season, the new chapter in Illumination’s smash animated franchise arrives with big dreams and spectacular hit songs as the ever-optimistic koala, Buster Moon, and his all-star cast of performers prepare to launch their most dazzling stage extravaganza yet …all in the glittering entertainment capital of the world. There’s just one hitch: They first have to persuade the world’s most reclusive rock star—played by global music icon Bono, in his animated film debut—to join them.

Featuring an all star cast including Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson, Taron Egerton, Tori Kelly, Nick Kroll, Bobby Cannavale, Halsey, Pharrell Williams, Letitia Wright, Eric Andre, Chelsea Peretti and Bono.

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The Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel is a 7 minute walk from the theatre; we will have a limited number of shuttles available for those who require.

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Named one of the “Top 10 Creative Canadians” by Marketing Magazine, Ron Tite is an award-winning advertising writer and creative director who has worked with some of the world’s most respected brands, including Air France, Evian, Hershey, Kraft, Intel, Microsoft, and Volvo; addressing a variety of topics surrounding leadership, corporate strategy, and creativity, Ron is also a bestselling author of two books: Everyone’s An Artist (Or At Least They Should Be) and Think. Do. Say.: Building Personal and Organizational Momentum in a Busy, Busy World.

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