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Toronto, September 18, 2020 – Incendo has modernized the company’s business and positioning strategy, appointing Brook Peters as Senior Vice-President & Managing Director, Sales and Production Operations Incendo Toronto, it was announced today by Jean Bureau, President. Mr. Peters will oversee all sales and Ontario production operations in Incendo’s ‘ramped up’ Toronto office with a specific focus on expanding Canadian English-language production opportunities under the leadership of Incendo’s Head of development and Production, Ian Whitehead, as well as innovating domestic and global sales strategies in collaboration with Gavin Reardon, Head of International Sales and Co-Productions, located in Los Angeles. 

“Incendo is rapidly expanding, and with progressive collaboration across our production activities, strategic partnerships and content sales, we know that Brook’s pristine reputation and fresh perspective on the business will cultivate the growth of our brand worldwide,” said Jean Bureau. 

Mr. Peters is a familiar face in the industry, known for his professionalism, honesty and innovative business approach. With 20 years working in various aspects of the film and television industry, Brook’s content sales, acquisitions, and executive experience expands across studio, network broadcast, and digital media channels and services in Canada and the USA. Prior to this position, Brook was the Vice-President, Sales in English Canada for Fox/Incendo, a joint venture with Twentieth Century Fox Television Distribution and Incendo Media, Inc. Incendo is continuing to develop, produce and distribute premium content for domestic and international audiences. 

Incendo has also named Effi Eustace as Vice-President, Sales & Marketing. Working directly with Brook Peters out of the Toronto office, Effi will offer strategic sales support and oversee global marketing efforts and brand development. A well-respected global industry executive, Ms. Eustace previously managed Twentieth Century Fox Television Distribution’s international marketing, publicity and promotion in 85 countries. 

“Effi is a creative strategist and a highly respected marketing executive,” said Brook Peters, Senior Vice-President & Managing Director. “Her extensive knowledge of the film and television business combined with nearly two decades of industry and brand experience makes her an integral part of our fresh vision for the future of Incendo. The adage ‘only surround yourself with the best people’ applies not only to Effi, but the entire team we are building in the Toronto office.” 

Rounding out the new Toronto lineup, Valerie Pyram has been appointed to the position of Director, Contracts and Business Affairs. Reporting to Shari Segal, Valerie will manage legal, contractual and business affairs for domestic and international production and distribution agreements. Since joining Fox/Incendo two and a half years ago, Valerie has proven to be an invaluable asset to the company as a key driver in executing Incendo’s licensing, production and distribution agreement. 

Photos of newly announced executives are available here. 

About Incendo 

Incendo is a Canadian company that specializes in the production and international distribution of high quality television programming for the worldwide marketplace. Since its inception in 2001, the company has produced compelling movies, television series as well as documentaries that have been sold throughout the world. Incendo is the leading television distribution company in Canada and also handles theatrical distribution in Québec for Paramount Pictures. For more information, visit www.incendo.ca. 

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For Media Inquiries in English Canada and International Markets please contact: 

Effi Eustace | Vice-President, Sales & Marketing
e.eustace@incendo.ca | (416) 565-5529 

For Media Inquiries in French Canada, please contact: 

Fanny Poliquin Bureau | Distribution & Marketing Coordinator 
fanny@incendo.ca | (514) 937-3333, ext. 2006 

 Montreal, September 8th, 2020 – Incendo and Screentime New Zealand are pleased to announce that they have commenced principal photography on TOGETHER FOREVER TEA. Starring New Zealand actors Kimberley Crossman (Shortland Street; Deathgasm; Golden Boy), Jay Ryan (Go Girls; Beauty and the Beast; Mary Kills People) and Jacque Drew (Power Rangers Ninja Steel; Shortland Street; Reset), the film is being shot on location in New Zealand. 

TOGETHER FOREVER TEA is written by Elizabeth Stewart. It is with great excitement that we welcome director Josh Frizzell (Fresh Eggs; Brokenwood; Tatau). 

TOGETHER FOREVER TEA: Marketing whiz Lara Thompson is living a fast-paced life in the big city when she’s summoned to the sleepy town of Kissing Falls to settle the affairs of her late Aunt Vivienne who owned a tea shop. Lara originally plans to sell the shop quickly, but switches course to fulfill her aunt’s last wish – to have one of her teas awarded by the prestigious International Council of Tea Sommeliers. With the help of handsome local flower expert Matt, Lara sets out to recreate a long lost “love potion” tea. One problem – the tea’s secret ingredient is the extinct Kissing Falls rose. As Lara and Matt work together, she finds herself not only falling for Matt but for the town itself. 

TOGETHER FOREVER TEA is produced in association with Citytv, a Rogers Sports & Media channel, to air as part of Citytv’s fan-favourite Fall in Love Fridays lineup. Kaleigh Kavanagh, Tina McLaren and Bridget Bourke will produce the film; Executive Producers are Philly de Lacey, Jean Bureau and Ian Whitehead. 

About Screentime New Zealand Limited 

Screentime has been at the forefront of New Zealand television production for almost 25 years, producing hundreds of hours of television and digital content for New Zealand and the world. As part of the world’s largest independent production group Banijay, Screentime works with global television partners on co-productions, showcasing our country to the world. 

About Incendo 

Incendo is a Canadian company that specializes in the production and international distribution of high quality television programming for the worldwide marketplace. Since its inception in 2001, the company has 1 Westmount Square, suite 850, Westmount (Quebec) H3Z 2P9 Tel: (514) 937-3333 • www.incendo.ca 

produced compelling movies, television series as well as documentaries that have been sold throughout the world. Incendo is the leading television distribution company in Canada and also handles theatrical distribution in Québec for Paramount Pictures. As of April 2019, Incendo became a part of Groupe TVA. For more information, visit www.incendo.ca. 

Source: Incendo – Fanny Poliquin Bureau – fanny@incendo.ca 

Distribution and Marketing Coordinator – (514) 937-3333, ext. 2006 

 Montreal, September 1st, 2020 – Incendo is pleased to announce that it has begun principal photography on SEASONED WITH LOVE, shot on location in Montreal, starring Julia Benson (Paranormal Solutions Inc.; Cedar Cove). The movie also co-stars Canadian actors Peter Benson (An Aurora Teagarden Mystery; Holiday Date) and Tori Barban (A Husband’s Confession; Vivre sa Vie). 

SEASONED WITH LOVE is written by Gemma Holdway. It is with great excitement that we welcome director Claude Desrosiers (Les hauts et les bas de Sophie Paquin; Appelle-moi si tu meurs). 

SEASONED WITH LOVE: Winona Applegate is on the fast track to becoming a celebrity chef, already running a very successful bistro in Pittsburgh. With nerves building, she leaves for New York to audition for her own show in front of television executives. Unfortunately, her car breaks down near New Holland, a small, quirky town where Winona rents a room at a local inn run by Adam, a widower. With the local Spring Festival coming up and the resident cook unavailable to manage the menu, Winona agrees to get her car fixed in time for her audition in exchange for her much needed help in the Inn’s kitchen. As she prepares for the festival with Adam, Winona begins to fall in love with New Holland and one of its residents as well. 

SEASONED WITH LOVE is produced in association with Citytv, a Rogers Sports & Media channel, to air as part of Citytv’s fan-favourite Fall in Love Fridays lineup. Kaleigh Kavanagh will produce the film; Executive Producers are Jean Bureau and Ian Whitehead. 

About Incendo 

Incendo is a Canadian company that specializes in the production and international distribution of high quality television programming for the worldwide marketplace. Since its inception in 2001, the company has produced compelling movies, television series as well as documentaries that have been sold throughout the world. Incendo is the leading television distribution company in Canada and also handles theatrical distribution in Québec for Paramount Pictures. Since April 2019, Incendo became a part of Groupe TVA. For more information, visit www.incendo.ca. 

Source: Incendo – Fanny Poliquin Bureau – fanny@incendo.ca 

Distribution and Marketing Coordinator – (514) 937-3333, ext. 2006 

Montreal, August 31st, 2020 – Incendo is pleased to announce that it has begun principal photography on ONE OF A KIND LOVE, shot on location in Montreal, starring Canadian actress Jocelyn Hudon (When Hope Calls; Ice). The movie also co-stars Canadian actors Jake Manley (The Order; A Dog’s Journey) and Daniela Sandiford (Small Crimes; Good Sam). 

ONE OF A KIND LOVE is written by Barbara Kymlicka. It is with great excitement that we welcome director Philippe Lupien (Nous sommes le Freak Show; Bernard le Grand; Amen). 

ONE OF A KIND LOVE: Kyra’s dreams of being a jeweller have been put on the backburner, as her demanding job at the Sawyer Country Club is her priority. When a vacant shop becomes available in town, Kyra sees an opportunity to put a plan into action, until she learns that there’s another renter interested in the space. Enter Aiden Sawyer, prodigal son, big-city business magnate and Kyra’s childhood nemesis, returning home to the country club his parents own. As they patch up their past, Kyra and Aiden learn that there may be something more between them than just playful flirting. But when Kyra enters a renowned jewellery contest to raise enough money to outbid the mystery renter, Aiden finds himself in a race against time to make everything right. 

ONE OF A KIND LOVE is produced in association with Citytv, a Rogers Sports & Media channel, to air as part of Citytv’s fan-favourite Fall in Love Fridays lineup. Kaleigh Kavanagh will produce the film; Executive Producers are Jean Bureau and Ian Whitehead. 

About Incendo 

Incendo is a Canadian company that specializes in the production and international distribution of high quality television programming for the worldwide marketplace. Since its inception in 2001, the company has produced compelling movies, television series as well as documentaries that have been sold throughout the world. Incendo is the leading television distribution company in Canada and also handles theatrical distribution in Québec for Paramount Pictures. Since April 2019, Incendo became a part of Groupe TVA. For more information, visit www.incendo.ca. 

Source: Incendo – Fanny Poliquin Bureau – fanny@incendo.ca 

Distribution and Marketing Coordinator – (514) 937-3333, ext. 2006 

 Montreal, August 3rd , 2020 – Incendo is pleased to announce that it has commenced principal photography on YOU MAY KISS THE BRIDESMAID, shot on location in Montreal, starring Canadian actress Tori Anderson (Killjoys; No Tomorrow). The movie also co-stars actors Kris Turner (A Little Bit Zombie; Stuck) and Julia Borsellino (Une femme d’exception; Nothing Has Changed). 

YOU MAY KISS THE BRIDESMAID is written by Nastasha Baron. Caroline Labrèche (Rule of 3, Thicker Than Water) is returning to the helm as director of this new film. 

In YOU MAY KISS THE BRIDESMAID: Food influencer Scarlett Bailey is presented with the opportunity of a lifetime to work as a pastry chef in one of NYC’s top restaurants. Her life gets put on hold when she returns to her hometown for her sister Maddie’s wedding. Scarlett learns that her parents have sold the family home, a B&B, to her childhood flame Liam Perry and that Maddie has lost her wedding venue days before the nuptials. Scarlett suggests they host the event at the B&B and works with Liam to pull off the wedding of Maddie’s dreams, trying to put their history behind them. As her dream job in NYC becomes a firm offer, Scarlett is forced to make a decision. She has been falling back in love with Liam and with her childhood home. With the countdown to the wedding day on, will Liam Perry get to kiss the bridesmaid? 

YOU MAY KISS THE BRIDESMAID is produced in association with Citytv, a Rogers Sports & Media channel, to air as part of Citytv’s fan-favourite Fall in Love Fridays lineup. Kaleigh Kavanagh will produce the film; Executive Producers are Jean Bureau and Ian Whitehead. 

About Incendo 

Incendo is a Canadian company that specializes in the production and international distribution of high quality television programming for the worldwide marketplace. Since its inception in 2001, the company has produced compelling movies, television series as well as documentaries that have been sold throughout the world. Incendo is the leading television distribution company in Canada and also handles theatrical distribution in Québec for Paramount Pictures. Since April 2019, Incendo became a part of Groupe TVA. For more information, visit www.incendo.ca. 

Source: Incendo – Fanny Poliquin Bureau – fanny@incendo.ca
Distribution and Marketing Coordinator – (514) 937-3333, ext. 2006 

 Montreal, July 30th, 2020 – In accordance with on-set safety protocols and revised health provisions, Incendo has initiated production on the original Rom Com, A LOVE YARN. Building on the success of previously produced projects in this genre, the film will run in parallel with additional Romantic Comedy themed projects slated for production in 2020 and 2021. 

As one of Canada’s leading content producers, with offices in Montreal, Toronto and Los Angeles, Incendo’s evolving corporate strategy includes international co-productions, starting with Screentime New Zealand. These additional growth opportunities will continue to set the stage for industry alignment and an enhanced business model, all within a newly established era of film production and COVID-19 safety parameters. 

This approach comes with a fresh perspective on this largely demanded genre, at a time when global audiences are looking for optimistic, fun and lighthearted entertainment programming. 

Additional series and films on the development slate include heavily sought-after children’s themed programming, action-packed, high-stakes thrillers and smart, thought-provoking dramas. A total of eight films will go into production this year with an additional eleven slated to start production in 2021. We are also in development on the intense drama-thriller ICE, which will be produced with our partners Lionsgate UK and Further South Productions. 

Incendo’s united partnerships combined with innovative and creative viewpoints will bring these must-see narratives to life with appealing storylines, relatable, modernistic characters set against powerful backdrops, with projects shooting in exotic locations across Canada, Europe, Africa and New Zealand. 

“Focusing on a new content category has reinforced our commitment to this premium and highly-sourced genre and is a vital part of our ongoing slate of series and films,” said Gavin Reardon, Head of International Sales and Co-Productions. “We are thrilled to collaborate with exceptional industry talent and creative partners alongside carefully reinforced safety standards.” 

As a part of Incendo’s market strategy and outlook, executive leadership announcements, re-defined business positioning and exciting new content distribution partners will be revealed in September. 

About Incendo 

Incendo is a Canadian company that specializes in the production and international distribution of high-quality television programming for the worldwide marketplace. Since its inception in 2001, the company has produced compelling movies, television series as well as documentaries that have been sold throughout the world. Through its joint venture with Twentieth Century Fox International Television (Fox/Incendo), Incendo is the leading television distribution company in Canada and also handles theatrical distribution in Québec for Paramount Pictures. As of April 2019, Incendo became a part of Groupe TVA. For more information, visit www.incendo.ca. 

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For Media Inquiries, please contact: 

Fanny Poliquin Bureau | Distribution & Marketing Coordinator 

fanny@incendo.ca | (514) 937-3333, ext. 2006