The Industry
From creating jobs and youth retention to international recognition and acclaim, the Film and Television Industry in Saskatchewan showcases the province as no other industry can. The Saskatchewan landscapes, people and way of life appear on televisions, movie screens and on digital devices the world over.
The work of Saskatchewan crews and technicians graces the credits of films that have enjoyed weeks of North American and European cinematic release; its creative strength and quality recognized by peers worldwide with numerous accolades. Saskatchewan youth and actors have worked and played along side names like Charlize Theron, Christian Slater, Jeff Daniels and Ryan Reynolds.
In 2008/09, 40 projects were completed, 129 hours of programming created and over 40 national or international awards were won. Saskatchewan is home to over 25 production companies and at any given time their projects are screening in over 175 countries.
The industry has truly helped to define a Saskatchewan that makes citizens of the province proud.
Did you know...
- Saskatchewan has attracted the likes of Charlize Theron, Drew Barrymore, Ryan Reynolds, Jeff Bridges, Forest Whitaker, Christian Slater, and Jamie Foxx to film movies in our province
- Saskatchewan productions have received numerous accolades including the Emmy, Gemini and Banff Rockie as well as recognition at the prestigious Cannes, Toronto and Sundance Film Festivals
Economic Impact
The Saskatchewan film and television industry has grown in production
volume from $17 million in 1999/00 to almost $62 million in 2008/09.
Throughout these years, it has continued to generate creative industry
jobs and retain youth through increased employment
and has attracted 
high-profile projects with a need for Saskatchewan’s
goods and services. In 2008/09, the sector’s production levels
stimulated nearly $75 million of economic activity and created over
1,200 jobs in the province.
