31st January 2013

Seriously, Victoria? This Is Your Solution?

we create bcI’m just going to toss this out for you – I’d say more, but I am so disappointed in the BC Liberals right now, and I really don’t want to get started on a full-0ut rant. Yes, these initiatives are great – for the long run – but WHERE are these young people going to work once they get their education? Oh that’s right, they’ll be working in other provinces and countries, because this government does not believe in seeking immediate solutions to help our creative industries compete on a level playing field in the here and now – but you can bet that if this were a natural resource sector crisis, the Liberals would be all over it like talc on a gymnast. With an election coming up, for the first time in decades, I may have to seriously reconsider the person and the party I choose to support. In what appears to be a slapstick attempt at feigning support for our creative sectors, the B.C. government announced earlier today that it is launching BC Creative Futures, a three-part strategy to support sustainable, long-term success for the province’s creative sector. But I digress….continue on for the government’s big plan…more smoke and mirrors to wow everyone and confuse the issues in hopes that come election day we don’t spoil their love-in. Read the rest of this entry »

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31st January 2013

CTV Original Drama Motive Picked Up by ABC for US Broadcast

CTVJust five days before CTV’s newest Original Series Motive is set to premiere in Canada, Phil King, President of CTV Programming and Sports, confirmed today from NATPE that the series has been picked up by ABC for broadcast in the United States. The thrilling, 13-episode Canadian scripted series, originally green-lit by CTV last May, is scheduled to air in Summer 2013 on the ABC Television Network. Set and shot in Vancouver, the one-hour crime procedural is distributed by NBC Universal. Read the rest of this entry »

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31st January 2013

Big Blue Bubble Releases Pin Something

Big Blue BubbleBig Blue Bubble is proud to announce that their latest photo – physics based game, Pin Something, is now available on iTunes!  Pin Something is a simple but challenging game where you must pin flying photos to a cork board until it is completely covered, but be careful of bombs – they explode if touched. Photos fly faster and faster so be quick to pin because three strikes and you’re out! Read the rest of this entry »

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31st January 2013

Communitech’s HYPERDRIVE Program Announces Second Cohort Of Eleven Companies

communitechThe second cohort of companies participating in Communitech’s HYPERDRIVE program – a $30+ million startup incubator – was announced today, with 11 diverse up-and-coming startups ready for the spotlight. Still less than one year old, the HYPERDRIVE program has made its mark as a strong and unique incubator, seeing significant interest from funders and partners. Read the rest of this entry »

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