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1. thevarsity.ca › 2022/10/16 › toronto-as-a-settingToronto as a setting: Its past, present, and future in the ...

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   Oct 16, 2022 · In the past two decades, Toronto’s film and television production has risen to become one of the city’s major economic industries. In March 2022, Toronto Mayor John Tory announced that the city had invested $2.5 billion in film, television, and digital media productions over the previous year. The city saw 1,468 individual productions and ...

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2. www.toronto.ca › film › why-film-in-torontoWhy Film in Toronto - City of Toronto

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   Sufficient power for base camp parking needs and nighttime location filming with lighting

   1-3 phase 120/208V 400A (137 KVA) service

   Breaker and input connectors

   400A and 175A service

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   Productions need to submit a film permit request via FilmPal for Ashbridges Bay or Sir Casimir Gzowski Park, or as a parking location tied to another filming location

   In the special instructions of the submitted permit request, production must note its desire to use the power drops

   City staff will provide each production with parking information and instructions on how to use the power drops including recording and reporting its hydro usage

   Upon wrap, a City of Toronto invoice will be issued based on the kWh used + the daily access fee ($400)

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   Power Drop average cost: 20 cents per kWh + $400 per day access

   A small commercial filming during daylight draws around 450 kWh = $90 for power + $400 access fee for a total of $490 per day

   A large series filming overnight with lighting cranes draws up to 3750 kWh = $750 in power + $400 access fee for a total of $1150 per day

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3. hnmag.ca › the-bottom-line › what-makes-toronto-suchWhat Makes Toronto Such a Good Location for Hollywood Films ...

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   Jun 7, 2024 · “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World”, a film that celebrates Toronto’s unique character, prominently showcases several local landmarks, including the CN Tower and the Toronto Public Library. These recognizable Toronto locations not only anchor the film in its authentic setting but also contribute to the narrative’s charm and appeal.

4. torontoglobal.ca › our-industries › what-makesWhat Makes Toronto “Hollywood North”? | Toronto Global

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   Sep 24, 2024 · This title solidifies Toronto’s status as a global leader in the creative industries, which continues to attract filmmakers worldwide. In 2023, film and TV contributed a record $3.15 Billion to Ontario’s economy creating nearly 46 thousand direct and spin-off jobs across the province. Most recently, Toronto was ranked first in Moviemaker ...

5. toronto.ctvnews.ca › toronto-is-the-best-place-toWhy Toronto is the best place to live, work as a moviemaker ...

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   Jan 22, 2024 · Published Jan. 22, 2024 2:11 p.m. PST. Share. Hollywood is known for its rich film industry but Toronto may be pushing Tinseltown out of the limelight, as it was just named the best place to live ...

6. www.trebas.com › news-and-blogs › blogsHollywood North: Why does Hollywood make so many movies in ...

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   Hollywood North is a nickname that refers to major locations in the Canadian film industry. It is most often used to describe the cities of Toronto and Vancouver. Toronto is home to the majority of Canada's national media outlets, as well as one of the industry’s biggest festivals, TIFF. Vancouver is the third largest film production city in ...

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   Why is Toronto a good place to film a movie?

   • One major reason that production and media companies choose to film in not only Toronto, but Canada in general, is the low filming costs. Other than the high exchange rate between the American and Canadian dollar, there are many financial benefits to making a movie in the Hollywood of the North.

   Toronto as a setting: Its past, present, and future in the film

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   Is Toronto the 'Hollywood of the north'?

   • Toronto may be the ‘Hollywood of the North,’ but it’s hardly ever established as its own setting in popular media. Film lovers and city dwellers alike may wonder why this is, and if we will ever get to see Toronto playing itself in the future. Money, money, money

   Toronto as a setting: Its past, present, and future in the film

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   Why is Toronto a perfect location for filming?

   • From a creative standpoint, Toronto is a perfect filming location, as it experiences four distinctive seasons. Summer, spring, fall, and winter in the city are all very different; therefore, filmmakers have greater freedom when deciding the time period during which to film their piece.

   Toronto as a setting: Its past, present, and future in the film

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   Which city has the largest film production market in Canada?

   • Vancouver and Chicago, traditionally larger film production markets than Toronto, ranked sixth and seventh, respectively. Hear that, Vancouver? The prestigious title of Hollywood North is up for grabs, and Toronto has its sights set on it. Other Canadian cities in the top ten include Montreal in the #4 spot and Calgary landing at #10.

   Toronto just skyrocketed in rankings of top places to live and ... - blogTO

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   What makes Canada a good film location?

   • Canada also offers a large and distinguished pool of talented individuals who are available at cheaper rates than in the United States, making production less costly. From a creative standpoint, Toronto is a perfect filming location, as it experiences four distinctive seasons.

   Toronto as a setting: Its past, present, and future in the film

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   Is Toronto a good place to live as a movie maker?

   • Toronto’s screen production industry set a record with more than $2.5 billion in direct spending in 2021. See backgrounder reportfor details on the growth of this sector in Toronto. Toronto was voted number one “Best Place to Live and Work as a Movie Maker” in 2024.

   Why Film in Toronto - City of Toronto

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8. www.blogto.com › film › 2022Toronto just skyrocketed in rankings of top places to live ...

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   Jan 26, 2022 · Ahead of Toronto in the top position for large cities is Albuquerque, New Mexico, which has exploded onto the scene in the last decade with major productions like Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul ...