MONTREAL – Telefilm Canada has selected award-winning Canadian actress Karine Vanasse as the new ambassador of the Talent Fund.
Established in 2012 by Telefilm Canada, the Talent Fund is a private donation fund that supports Canada’s emerging film talent. It aims to raise $25 million over five years through the financial support of private companies and individual donors.
Vanasse (pictured) will help with the Talent Fund’s fundraising initiatives by raising the profile of Canada’s next generation of directors, writers, producers and actors, reads the announcement. Perhaps best known for her role in Denis Villeneuve’s Polytechnique, Vanasse has also appeared in Emporte-moi, Blue Moon, Pan Am, and Revenge, and is currently co-starring in CTV’s dramatic thriller Cardinal.
“We’re extremely proud to have someone of Karine Vanasse’s stature come aboard”, said Telefilm Canada’s executive director Carolle Brabant, in the announcement. “The industry saw her grow up. From child actress to an icon whose success inspires young Canadian filmmakers across the country. With her trademark effervescence the Fund will reach new heights.”
“I’m very honoured to serve as Talent Fund ambassador,” added Vanasse. “I’m delighted that I’ll have an opportunity to help Canadians discover emerging filmmakers, who are telling their stories with creativity, boldness and originality. As someone who started her career at a young age, I know how important it is to promote young creators—many of whom will become tomorrow’s stars.”
