BC delegation to LA seeks film and TV productions
The Chamber applauds today’s announcement that the province is sending a delegation to the heart of Hollywood to encourage more productions in BC.
Film production in Greater Victoria has many benefits.
Movies and TV series promote the beauty of our region. Companies employ skilled workers on set and purchase from local suppliers. For example, the hit Netlfix show Maid generated more than $10 million in economic benefits for Greater Victoria.
The delegation is seeking investment in more major productions. BC is already one of North America’s largest motion-picture hubs. The industry supported more than 47,500 jobs and contributed $3.3 billion to the province’s GDP in 2022.
Back in the 1970s, the Chamber was the first organization to promote our region to film makers. We played an integral role in attracting producers of the movie Five Easy Pieces. Eventually, this led to the creation of the Vancouver Island South Film and Media Commission.