CEPI, the European Audiovisual Production Association, is delighted to welcome the Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA) and the Association québécoise de la production médiatique (AQPM) as its first international observer members, strengthening ties between European and Canadian independent producers. CEPI currently represents 3000 independent production companies across 17 countries through 19 national associations and one European association. “The arrival of CMPA an
Proposed cuts to the Czech Audiovisual Fund and the abolition of the public service media licence fee risk undermining independent production, international investment and the financial sustainability of Czech public service media. CEPI has today formally addressed its concerns to Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, urging the Government to reconsider the proposed measures. Brussels, 26 October 2026 CEPI, the European association representing more than 3,000 independent film a
TORONTO, September 11, 2026 — A coalition of 23 screen sector organizations from across the globe released a joint statement today at the Toronto International Film Festival, urging governments worldwide to support domestic production requirements and champion the diverse stories created by local independent production. The group of industry associations, representing more than 750,000 workers across Canada, Australia and Europe, cautioned that without domestic content rules,
