YELLOWKNIFE (October 2, 2014) – Talent of Northwest Territories (NWT) filmmakers, actors and producers will be on the big screen this week at the 8th annual Yellowknife International Film Festival, held from October 1-5.
This year’s event, hosted by Western Arctic Moving Pictures (WAMP) at the Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), includes film screenings, artist talks, workshops, an awards presentation and a gala reception.
“In addition to promoting the NWT as a beautiful location to film, the Yellowknife International Film Festival also showcases our local talent to the world,” said Minister of Industry, Investment and Tourism (ITI) David Ramsay. “This event continues to evolve and I want to congratulate everyone involved this year and wish WAMP all the best for a successful festival.”
ITI’s Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) Policy provides annual support to filmmakers for film development, marketing and promotion, and sponsorship.
Recommendations for supporting the NWT film industry contained in the NWT Economic Opportunities Strategy include the development and implementation of a NWT film strategy, which is in the works. Through its support for entrepreneurs, the Government of the Northwest Territories is working to create a diversified economy that provides opportunities in all communities, a goal of the 17th Legislative Assembly.
Minister Ramsay will be addressing the film community at the gala reception on Friday, October 3. A complete schedule of film festival events can be found at: www.ykfilmfest.com
Media inquiries:
Leslie Campbell
Senior Communications Officer
Industry, Tourism and Investment
Tel: (867) 920-3343
Email: leslie_campbell@gov.nt.ca