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Action-packed year for Okanagan Film Commission

36 productions in 2023 in the Okanagan resulted in nearly $105 million spent in the valley
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Whether it含羞草研究社檚 an abandoned rooftop in downtown Kelowna, as shown here, or a number of the valley含羞草研究社檚 pristine locations, the Okanagan Film Commission can help producers scout out the best spots for filming. Nearly $105 million was spent in the Okanagan on 36 productions in 2023. (Black Press - file photo)

With breathtaking locations being a mainstay for productions, 2023 was a banner year for the Okanagan Film Commission (OFC).

A total of 36 productions in the Okanagan Valley resulted in nearly $105 million in estimated total expenditures.

含羞草研究社淥ur goal is to empower the success of productions in the beautiful Okanagan,含羞草研究社 said OFC commissioner Jon Summerland, who was slated to present the commission含羞草研究社檚 2023 annual report to Regional District of North Okanagan directors at their regular monthly meeting in Coldstream Wednesday, Dec. 20.

Regional government funding of $333,000 to the commission this year supported a local economic impact of $104,815,000, a return of 31.5 per cent on each dollar invested.

Summerland said the Okanagan is home to 含羞草研究社渢hree exceptional film crews renowned for remarkable excellence in film production that bring creative visions to life含羞草研究社卟菅芯可鐫

含羞草研究社淭he Okanagan Film Commission is dedicated to helping producers bring their film to life with the resources and support they need for a seamless experience,含羞草研究社 he said.

The OFC含羞草研究社檚 range of services include scouting for locations, advising on local permitting processes and utilizing a robust infrastructure.

含羞草研究社淥ur goals are to attract more productions, support local talent, expand that infrastructure, streamline processes, and promote the region,含羞草研究社 said Summerland.

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Roger Knox

About the Author: Roger Knox

I am a journalist with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. I started my career in radio and have spent the last 21 years working with Black Press Media.
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