The Bell Fund has created a special program for interactive digital media projects with budgets that do not exceed $100,000. Grants will be awarded for up to 75% of the budget, to a maximum of $75,000 per project. Eligible projects must be associated with a licensed Canadian television program. Deadline for application to this Pilot Program is October 1, 2009. A recent survey of broadcasters and television and new media producers indicated a common theme: less is sometimes more when it comes to interactive content associated with television programs. "Some of ...

Entertainment’s stock, like lipstick sales and hemlines, tends to go up in troubled times. With its immersive vibe and interactive allure, new media entertainment offers new forms of escapism. And after the dotcom market meltdown, which in retrospect almost seems quaint, it’s nice to be on the outside looking in rather than the eye of the economic maelstrom.

Even better, digital media fundamentals appear stronger than ever. A recent study reports that people would rather keep Internet, video and voice services in their budgets than any other type ...

In 2008, the Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund invested nearly $12M in over a hundred projects including 62 new media and related television productions, and the development of 24 new media projects. You can view the full Bell Fund 2008 annual report, including the funded new media productions, online.

Toronto – Canada's blockbuster awards show recognized FanTrust clients with four major awards at its 8th annual gala. The Canadian New Media Awards, which celebrate excellence in digital business and production, singled out a total of 14 outstanding companies and individuals. "The Awards were highly competitive this year," said FanTrust Entertainment Strategies President Catherine Warren. "We are pleased but not surprised that a number of our distinguished clients were acknowledged by a jury of industry peers." Production powerhouse marblemedia swept two key awards, winning for both Company of the Year and Producer ...