Film Training Manitoba (FTM) proudly extends congratulations to former FTM board member Luther Alexander, who has achieved an incredible milestone—completing 1,000 miles of running within one year. Luther began his running journey in the summer of 2023 and hasn’t looked back since. Luther Alexander is an Indigenous freelance cinematographer from Minegoziibe Anishinabe (Pine Creek First …
Date: Saturday, November 29 (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM)Location: Film Training Manitoba Office (204 – 245 McDermot Avenue)For ACTRA Manitoba Members & Apprentices only! This session is now sold out! About the Workshop: An actor’s ability to confidently perform with an American accent is a key skill for landing roles in the film industry. In …
Oscar-nominated Filmmaker Rory Kennedy and Film Training Manitoba’s Executive Director Adam Smoluk were interviewed on CTV in the morning to discuss empowering diverse voices through film masterclasses through the Northern & Diverse Creators Program. You can watch the full interview here. FTM is a member of the Province of Manitoba’s sector council program funded through …
October 27, 2025 – The Winnipeg Free Press wrote an article about Rory Kennedy’s experience in Manitoba and about Film Training Manitoba’s new Northern & Diverse Creators Program. The article highlights Kennedy’s desire to return to Manitoba to meet more people and for more exciting experiences. All her sessions in the program were sold out …
October 24, 2025 – The Winnipeg Sun profiled the new Northern & Diverse Creators Program, highlighting the amount of widespread news coverage it has received. Read the full article here. FTM is a member of the Province of Manitoba’s sector council program funded through the Department of Economic Development and Training. FTM builds a highly skilled …
WINNIPEG, October 20, 2025 – In recent weeks, Manitoba’s groundbreaking Northern & Diverse Creators Program, which features two-time Oscar-nominated filmmaker Rory Kennedy as a guest instructor, has received widespread coverage in the United States. 42 American news stations, which include ABC, CBS, CW, FOX and NBC affiliates, have covered the initiative, marking a significant milestone and a surge in Manitoba’s film industry, …
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 (5:45 PM)Location: RBC Convention Centre (Second Floor – North Building)For tickets and to view the full schedule, visit Comiccon’s website! About the Panel: Join Film Training Manitoba and a panel of industry creatives as we explore the pathways from comic book fandom to careers behind-the-scenes in film and television. Hear from …
Date: October 22, 2025 (6:30 PM – Please arrive about 20 mins early to get settled)Location: 400 Colony Street (Asper Centre for Theatre and Film)Registration: Free Parking: If street parking is unavailable, please use the parking lot and parkade below:Colony and Ellice Parking LotRice Centre ParkadePlease Note: A sign-in sheet will be provided near the entrance, …