Item - 2026.FB10.4
Tracking Status
- This item was considered by Film, Television and Digital Media Advisory Board on June 29, 2026 and was adopted with amendments.
FB10.4 - Film Office Updates
- Decision Type:
- Presentation
- Status:
- Amended
- Wards:
- All
Board Decision
The Film, Television and Digital Media Advisory Board recommends that the Economic and Community Development Committee:
1. Request the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with relevant City Divisions and agencies, to:
a. review the administration and application of fees, accessibility requirements, operational requirements, and other conditions affecting film and television productions at Old City Hall,
b. engage with industry stakeholders including location managers, producers, and production companies to identify barriers impacting the competitiveness and usability of Old City Hall as a filming location and implement any recommended cost and operational amendments coming out of said consultation, and
c. report to the first Film Board meeting in 2027 on actions to reduce costs and improve usability.
Decision Advice and Other Information
Pat Tobin, the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, Bobby Donches, Acting Film Commissioner and Director of Creative Industries, Sasha James, Acting Manager, Film Sector Development, and Brendan Boyle, Acting Manager, Film Permitting, gave a presentation on Film Office Updates.
Summary
Film Office staff will provide brief verbal updates on key initiatives and new developments, including the Film Strategic Plan, Pyrotechnics Notification Protocol, FIFA-related activities, Global Production Awards, film website enhancements, staffing, and other items.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2026/fb/bgrd/backgroundfile-288839.pdf
Motions
That the Film, Television and Digital Media Advisory Board:
1. Recommend that the Economic and Community Development Committee request the General Manager of Economic Development and Culture, in consultation with relevant City Divisions and agencies, to:
a. review the administration and application of fees, accessibility requirements, operational requirements, and other conditions affecting film and television productions at Old City Hall,
b. engage with industry stakeholders including location managers, producers, and production companies to identify barriers impacting the competitiveness and usability of Old City Hall as a filming location and implement any recommended cost and operational amendments coming out of said consultation, and
c. report to the first Film Board meeting in 2027 on actions to reduce costs and improve usability.