Paris – MIPCOM , organised by Reed MIDEM, has announced that Canada will be the MIPCOM 2012 Country of Honour. The event will take place in Cannes from October 8-11.
As part of the tribute to the Canadian television, film and digital industries, MIPCOM, in partnership with the Canada Media Fund and Telefilm Canada, will organise a dedicated Focus on Canada featuring a wide-ranging programme of high-level conference speakers, screening showcases, world-renowned Canadian talent, and business matchmaking events.
The focus on Canada will run throughout MIPJunior and MIPCOM, highlighting Canadian excellence in international co-productions and across all media, as well as celebrate Canadian world-class scripted dramas, animation, documentaries, films and experimental media.
“With more than 228 Canadian companies present at MIPCOM, including a wide range of independent producers and major television and film studios, and encompassing both English and French-language productions, Canada has been one of the most inspiring and active global players in the television industry for as long as we can remember,” said Laurine Garaude, Director of Reed MIDEM’s Television Division.