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Filming in Canada doesn’t only mean access to world-class talent and stunning locations — it lets your budget really deliver that Hollywood magic! Thanks to the Canadian dollar, production dollars go much further, turning tight budgets into blockbuster possibilities. Pair that with Canada’s incredible tax incentives, and it’s like finding a treasure chest in a snowbank! With the dollar going even further in Canada, you can spend less time worrying about costs and more time integrating state-of-the art cinematic toys into your masterpiece, all while enjoying the perks of one of the best filmmaking destinations on the planet!

pricing

On-camera talent in Canada offers significant advantages for commercial film production, thanks to the country's diverse population and high-caliber acting community. Canadian actors bring a wide range of authentic looks, accents, spoken languages and cultural perspectives, allowing brands to connect with audiences on a truly multicultural and global scale. 

Young girl with braided hair riding a toy blue tricycle indoors.
Two men relaxing in a living room, one on a chair and the other lying on a couch with snacks and beers on the table.
Smiling woman in a brown sweater holding a piece of bread at an outdoor market.
TALENT TYPE
Usage
$CAD
(TORONTO)
$USD
(TORONTO)
$CAD
(VANCOUVER)
$USD
(VANCOUVER)
UNION (ACTRA) SESSION / 10 HOURS
(*Base fare excl. union fringes & handling)
OCP @ SCALE
EXTRA
$835
$512
$593
$364
$835
$512
$593
$364
ACTRA MADE
FOR NEW
MEDIA CONTENT
1 Year of use
OCP @ SCALE – SESSION
OCP @ SCALE 1 YR OF USE
$1,426
Based on Usage
$1,012
Based on Usage
$1,426
Based on Usage
$1,012
Based on Usage
NON-UNION
SESSION /
BASE RATE
OCP
EXTRA
$600-$750 + 15%
$300
$420-$533 +15%
$210
$600-$750 + 15%
$300
$420-$533 +15%
$210
NON-UNION
1 YR NATIONAL
BUYOUT
OCP @ NORTH AMERICA
(TVC, WEB & SOCIAL)
$4000 + 15%
$2840 + 15%
$4000 + 15%
$2840 + 15%
NON-UNION
1 YR DIGITAL
OCP @ WORLDWIDE
(TVC, WEB & SOCIAL)
$6000 + 15%
$4,260 +15%
$6000 + 15%
$4,260 +15%
talent
CANADIAN FILM CREWS

Canadian film crews are highly sought after for their expertise, making them a valuable asset on any production. Trained through renowned institutions and with extensive experience in both domestic and international projects, Canadian crew members excel in every department. They are well-known for their adaptability, work ethic, and ability to deliver under tight deadlines, ensuring productions stay on schedule and on budget.

Film crew shooting a period scene with actors near a ship and barrels on a misty set.
UNION CREW ROLE (MIN SCALE, 10HR.)
CANADA
($USD AVERAGE)
USA
($USD AVERAGE)
SAVINGS
(USD/day)
First AD
$1000
$1200
$200
First AC
$513
$825
$312
Grip / Gaffer
$452
$750
$298
Production Designer
$916
$1200
$284
Steadicam Operator
$1050
$2000
$950
key crews

Canada's diverse locations make it an ideal destination for commercial film production, offering a wide range of settings from urban landscapes in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal to the natural beauty of the Rockies and Maritime coastlines. The country features iconic landmarks, historic towns, forests, deserts, and the Arctic tundra, allowing productions to replicate various global locales. Additionally, generous film incentives and excellent infrastructure enhance Canada's appeal for filmmakers, photographers, and content creators.

ICONIC LANDMARKS
HISTORIC TOWNS
GLOBAL CLIMATES
FILM INCENTIVES
Toronto
Vancouver
Montreal
Halifax
  • Brick Victorian house with white trim, porch, balcony, two cars, large trees, and a small shed.
  • Aerial view of Toronto street with autumn trees, tall buildings, Hilton and Canada Life signs visible.
  • Historic Toronto Distillery District with a black clock tower, red brick buildings, and people walking.
  • Modern two-story white house with large windows, a black garage door, and a black car in the driveway.
  • Two-story beige house with wooden front porch, steps, trees, and lawn in front yard.
  • Toronto waterfront view with colorful chairs, picnic tables, water, and city skyline on a clear day.
  • City street with trees wrapped in lights, vintage lamp posts, and people walking at dusk.
  • Two-story craftsman-style house with brown shingles, front porch, and surrounding greenery and shrubs.
  • Modern two-story house with black-framed windows, wooden door, and manicured hedges in front yard.
  • Curved waterfront path beside water reflecting trees and a city skyline with boats docked.
  • Suspension bridge over forested valley with mountains and bright sun in clear blue sky.
  • Modern two-story home with large windows lit up at dusk surrounded by lawn and trees.
  • Snowy city street at dusk lined with trees wrapped in holiday lights and cars driving on the road.
  • People walking and sitting on benches along a tree-lined path in a green park.
  • Historic stone buildings with red window frames on a sunny cobblestone street.
  • Coastal road winding through forested hills along rocky cliffs beside a calm blue ocean under a partly cloudy sky.
  • Colorful row houses and parked cars along a tree-lined street in a city neighborhood.
  • Colorful coastal town buildings, red warehouses, dock, and boats reflected in calm water at sunset.
Locations
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Canada's diverse locations make it an ideal destination for commercial film production, offering a wide range of settings from urban landscapes in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal to the natural beauty of the Rockies and Maritime coastlines. The country features iconic landmarks, historic towns, forests, deserts, and the Arctic tundra, allowing productions to replicate various global locales. Additionally, generous film incentives and excellent infrastructure enhance Canada's appeal for filmmakers, photographers, and content creators.

studio rental size
$CAD
$USD
SMALL STUDIO
500 - 1050 sqft
$2000 - $3500
$1420 - $2485
Medium STUDIO
2000 - 5500 sqft
$2500 - $4,500
$1775-$3195
large STUDIO
6000 - 10 000 sqft
$4500
$3195-$3905
sound stage
10 000+ sqft
$6000
$4260
virtual production volume studio
$20000
$14200
  • Silhouettes of a film crew filming in a dim studio with scattered papers and bright light in background.
  • People working by a dock, carrying boxes and barrels near a moored ship at dusk.
  • Film set showing actors in period clothing near a dock with ships, barrels, and crates under studio lights.
  • Film crew working on a lit indoor set visible through a large open doorway in a dark studio.
  • Overhead view of a modern suburban commercial area with buildings, parking lots, green spaces, and surrounding farmland.
  • Spacious photo or video studio with white cyclorama wall and black ceiling grid with lights.
  • Empty photography studio with white cyclorama wall, black soundproof walls, and ceiling lighting grid.
  • Large indoor workshop with people building multiple wooden set pieces and structures.
  • Film crew working with a large camera crane labeled MILO in a dimly lit studio.
  • Large empty industrial warehouse with high ceiling and bright overhead lights.
  • Film crew working in a large studio with lighting, cameras, and black curtains around them.
  • Large LED display on stage showing abstract blue, red, orange, and purple swirling colors.
Studios