“CBC, the largest commissioner of documentaries in Canada, has announced it will increase its investment in documentary storytelling by $7 million and launch a free ad-supported streaming (FAST) channel this fall, dedicated to documentary programming.
This investment will support a range of documentary formats, including an increased number of feature-length films. This funding will create more opportunities for a diverse range of storytellers at all levels, from emerging digital creators to established filmmakers, by providing dedicated pathways and new initiatives designed to support the next generation of talent. CBC will announce more details at the Banff World Media Festival in June.”