Diversity of Voices mentorship initiative to launch at Banff

TORONTO – The Canada Media Fund (CMF), the Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC), and the Indigenous Screen Office have partnered with The Banff World Media Festival (BANFF) to launch a national mentorship and market access program for 100 emerging and established independent Canadian creators with a specific focus on Indigenous, Francophone and female industry professionals, it was announced Wednesday.The Banff Diversity of Voices Initiative is intended to jumpstart the careers of 100 participants by providing full registration access to the festival, a special market introduction curriculum plus access to networking opportunities with key industry buyers.In addition, a sub-group...