"A lot of women would never develop those skills because they would never get a chance. That same limitation is doubly so for women of colour."

'The Good Doctor' and 'When Calls the Heart' have both confirmed July 20 filming start dates in Vancouver as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

"They're going to have to self-isolate if they want to work in British Columbia," said Premier John Horgan in a Facebook Live video Friday.

An email obtained by Global News that was sent to members of the union representing film and TV workers in B.C. said "approximately" 25 productions in the province were halting production.

It turns out that one of Game of Thrones' most iconic features — its massive, fire-breathing dragons — was created in Vancouver.

The Vancouver Economic Commission predicts the local industry will generate $4 billion this year.

British Columbia’s film and television industry continues to be a major contributor to the province's economy, but overall Canadian-based content may be suffering.

The show, which has generated more than half a billion dollars to the provincial economy, will wrap up after 15 years on the air.

The actor was in the Hope-Agassiz area filming a new TV series when he was invited to an honouring ceremony Thursday.

Garage Sale Mystery: Three Little Murders was due to wrap production on Mar. 21.