"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.

B.C.'s film and television industry is hoping to re-open for business soon and lure productions from south of the border.

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.

Production company Warner Brothers said a crew member had been exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19.

Councillor Adriane Carr wants to see the city look at ways to electrify the industries, which she said could cut thousands of tonnes of GHG emissions.

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.