The Okanagan Tv & Film Industry Forum
"EXPLORING THE DREAM"
Right Place🔹Right Time🔹Right Now
MARCH FORUM 2024
OCTOBER FORUM 2023
FEBRUARY FORUM 2023
Join us for our next forum in Kelowna on May 31st, 2025 12-8pm
Our next Forum is shaping up to be a very memorable gathering of visionaries, storytellers and creative minds bolstered by a star-studded panel representing industry CAST and CREW. Prepare to be immersed in riveting discussions and groundbreaking insights. This event will be informative, engaging and an unparalleled networking opportunity. For this installment, we have added an INDUSTRY MIXER and we will also feature key note speakers to inform us of why the Okanagan is one of the most desirable filming locations in North America.Â
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this extraordinary event.
Join us as we unite to further shape the future of the Okanagan television and film industry.
Secure your Spot Now!
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
(Stunt Cord./Actor/Philanthropist)
Danny Virtue was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He is known for War for the Planet of the Apes (2017), Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) and Jurassic World: Dominion (2022). The multi-talented Mr. Virtue has established his reputation as not only a Producer and Director, but as an internationally recognized Stunt Coordinator, horse trainer and stunt performer. He is considered to be one of the most respected and influential figures in the Canadian film and television business, and is unique amongst his peers due to the variety and scope of his knowledge and talents. Another endeavor that is very close to Danny’s heart is the Virtue Foundation, a charitable organization that combines the best of his life’s work in giving back to the community.
(Comedian)
Big Daddy Tazz has been entertaining audiences across North America for over 30 years with his unique blend of comedy and mental health advocacy. Known for his high-energy shows and heartfelt message, Tazz shares his journey of living with mental illness, earning rave reviews and standing ovations.After years of denial, Tazz embraced his diagnoses—including bipolar disorder and ADHD—and chose to use them as a source of strength. For the past 25 years, he has worked to break the stigma around mental health through laughter and education.Tazz has performed at Just For Laughs, CBC’s The Debaters, and the Winnipeg Comedy Festival. In 2023, he was honored with the John Candy Award for his contributions to comedy and mental health awareness.
CAST PANELISTS
Nina Bournival
Actor / Director / AD
CREW PANELISTS
Janis Lundman
Executive Producer
Norm Coyne
Smelqmix/Syilx producer, writer, and director
ADDITIONAL GUESTS
Â
Â
The Okanagan TV & Film Industry Forum is the collective brain child of Dalias Blake and Damon Gregory. Shannon Owens joined the team in 2024. Having strong ties to the Okanagan, Dalias, Damon & Shannon create each event with the goal of uniting, educating and advancing the TV and Film industry both in the Okanagan region and as a whole.
đź“ž 250-848-1825
We look forward to seeing you!
Mission Statement
The Okanagan TV & Film Industry Forum is a platform dedicated to promoting, supporting and developing the film and television industry in the Okanagan region. By facilitating connections, providing resources and fostering collaboration, the forum aims to help position the Okanagan and surrounding regions as a premier destination for film and television production.
Our Sponsors
It is not possible to continue to host our TV & Film Industry Forums in different locations without helping hands. We have several sponsors who help us financially to make them happen. We are extremely thankful and grateful for all of you.
