Is that Seattle, New York City, or small town America you see on the screen? Or is it Stephen Avenue, Inglewood, the airport tunnel, or Nose Hill?
Calgary has been acting as a stand in for many locations over the decades, ever since American production companies discovered the little gem to the north. The filming and production of movies, television series, and commercials is becoming a more common sight on our streetscapes. Filming takes place year-round all over the city in buildings and parks, on roads and sidewalks and occasionally Calgarians may experience temporary disruptions such as road closures and parking restrictions while filming takes place. The City and production companies do their best to minimize disruptions and schedule them for off-peak times, allowing for advance notice to neighbours and commuters.
Calgary has been positioning itself as film-friendly since the early 2000s, and we are piloting a film-friendly making things easier for the film industry. Part of the initiative is a dedicated team helping expedite permitting (locations, tents, and more), reducing red tape, and simplifying the fee structures and payment options for those companies accessing City-owned assets, locations, or resources. Read more about it at calgary.ca/BetterEveryDay.
📹 clips and facts supplied by Calgary Economic Development .
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