Korea and Canada Sign Audiovisual Co-Production Agreement... "Expanding Content Exchange"

The Broadcasting, Media and Communications Committee (BMCC) announced on April 23 that it has signed the "Agreement on Audiovisual Co-Production Cooperation between Korea and Canada" with Canadian Heritage.

Gominsoo, Standing Member of the Broadcasting, Media and Communications Committee (right), and Andrew Brown, Deputy Minister of Canadian Heritage, posed for a commemorative photo after signing the "Agreement on Audiovisual Co-production Cooperation between Korea and Canada" at the Canadian Heritage Department in Ottawa on the 22nd (local time). Provided by the Broadcasting, Media and Communications Committee

On the 22nd (local time), the BMCC held a signing ceremony at Canadian Heritage in Ottawa, Canada, and officially signed the agreement. The ceremony was attended by Gominsu, Standing Member of the BMCC, and Andrew Brown, Deputy Minister of Canadian Heritage. This cooperation is intended to provide institutional support for bilateral collaboration in the audiovisual content sector, including broadcasting programs such as dramas and documentaries, as well as films and animation.

Standing Member Go stated, "This signing is the result of close consultations that have continued since 2017," adding, "It is highly significant that a solid institutional foundation has been established to enable stable and sustainable exchanges in the content industries of both countries." Deputy Minister Brown responded, "This agreement is an important milestone that builds on the achievements of the 2024–2025 Years of Korea-Canada Cultural Exchange," emphasizing, "It will serve as a strong foundation for building partnerships by combining the strengths and technological capabilities of the audiovisual media industries of both nations."

After signing, the agreement will be submitted to the House of Commons of Canada, where it will be subject to a 21-day review period. Final ratification will be completed through cabinet approval, which is expected to take place this fall. Canadian Heritage announced that it is currently reviewing plans to encourage the use of the agreement in close cooperation with relevant organizations such as Telefilm Canada, including potential special support policies or the creation of separate funds, and that it will announce specific plans and detailed activities in the future. Telefilm Canada, responsible for practical management, currently oversees more than 55 co-production agreements and certifies over 50 international co-productions annually.

Standing Member Go noted, "Many domestic companies are inquiring about when the agreement will take effect so that co-productions can begin," and urged, "Since Korea has already completed its domestic procedures, I hope the Canadian side will also promptly complete its ratification process."

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