Why Does Representation Matter? First Frame S1 Ep 10
On this episode of First Frame, Jennifer Park and Cameron Zinger speak with two champions of inclusive storytelling; Joy Loewen, the Vice President of Growth & Inclusion at the Canada Media Fund; and Winnie Luk, the Executive Director of the Disability Screen Office, shining a spotlight on the state of representation in the Canadian media landscape and the barriers that still exist.
AT Banter Episode 440 – Inside the Disability Screen Office with Alethea Bakogeorge
Dive into the world of disability representation in Canadian film as Rob, Ryan and Steve sit down with Alethea Bakogeorge, Director of Programs & Development from the Disability Screen Office (DSO).
First-of-its-kind role to advance accessibility in Canadian screen industry
The Canadian Press – The Disability Screen Office and the National Screen Institute are launching a program in which professionals will work with film and TV productions to ensure accessibility on set.
DSO unveils accessibility, disability e-learning series
Playback – The Accessibility & Disability E-Learning Series aims to increase recognition of the barriers impacting people with disabilities in the Canadian screen industry.
CBC announces third round of AccessCBC program for creators with a disability, in collaboration with the Disability Screen Office
BC – For the third edition, AccessCBC adds a new podcast stream alongside returning scripted, unscripted and kids program areas.
Festival Inside Out à Toronto : Un panel sur l’accessibilité à l’écran
Radio-Canada – Dans la mosaïque: Interview with Alethea Bakogeorge, DSO’s Director of Programs and Development.
DSO hires new program manager
Playback – Montreal-based Deydra Baptiste will be responsible for the ongoing implementation of the office’s programs, such as its upcoming Industry Resource Hub.
Increased accessibility a long-term goal for Disability Screen Office
The Wire Report – Winnie Luk has spent her whole career getting ready for her current role. As the first executive director of the Disability Screen Office, she lobbies to find more opportunities for disabled creatives in the film and broadcasting industries.
[SURVEY] Disability Screen Office: Canada’s Screen Industry Survey on Disability
DigiBC – Your voice matters! Take part today and help shape a more accessible film and TV industry in Canada. The survey is open until June 30, 2025.
DSO launches first screen industry disability survey
Playback – The survey is just one of several initiatives as part of the Disability Screen Office’s three-year initiative to grow accessibility in the Canadian film and television industry.