Ever wonder what a film commission actually does? Join the AFCI on July 1 at 11:00 AM for a FREE webinar and learn how to actually use film commissions to support your next project. Register here: https://www.stage32.com/education/products/how-to-be-an-effective-film-commission

Ashcroft offers a unique blend of open landscapes and small‑town detail, where you can move from sweeping valley views to character-filled streets in just minutes. That contrast makes it a versatile location with plenty of visual depth. The TNFC can help you make the most of it. 📸: Mary Putnam

Our June newsletter is here! If you’re looking to stay in the loop and make the most of the season ahead, this is a great place to start. Click here to read: https://ow.ly/XLbP50ZaEsf~~

Juniper Beach Provincial Park has a relaxed, natural rhythm, with the Thompson River flowing through wide, rugged terrain and big open skies. The TNFC is here to support your production. 📸: Mary Putnam

Steelhead Provincial Park offers expansive river views, rolling hills, and a quiet natural setting perfect for capturing wide, cinematic shots. The TNFC is here to assist with locations and support. 📸: Mary Putnam

🎬 Interested in Background Acting? We’re excited to welcome Amanda Arnason, a leading background talent agent in British Columbia and founder of Pinned Talent Agency, as our next FINE speaker. Tickets are available through the KFS website: https://ow.ly/VSm550Z6p3L

Walloper Lake Provincial Park offers calm water, quiet forests, and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for capturing natural beauty. The TNFC is here to assist with locations and support. 📸: Mary Putnam

Summer in Kamloops means long golden evenings, wide‑open landscapes, and crews capturing incredible light. The TNFC is here to assist with locations and support. 📸: Bonnie Pryce

The Quilchena Hotel shines in Dangerous (2021), filmed just outside Merritt. Streaming now on Crave.

The Quilchena Hotel shines in Dangerous (2021), filmed just outside Merritt. Streaming now on Crave.

From early spring melt to full summer calm, Pressy Lake shifts with the season. A versatile lakeside setting that works for a range of stories. The TNFC can help connect productions. 📸: Mary Putnam

April 26, 2026 is International Search and Rescue Dog Day! Celebrate by watching the locally filmed Telus STORYHIVE project, "Sit. Stay. Search." Check it out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wyNw9rhA04

Spring at Sun Peaks means winter is on its way out and hiking season is just around the corner. A mix of snow, trail, and fresh mountain air. The TNFC can help you explore it. 📸: Mary Putnam

REMINDER! Join us at our April Film Industry Networking Event on April 19th. We looking forward to seeing you at the Paramount Theatre for a night of insights and inspiration!

Crater Lake offers calm water, surrounding forest, and a peaceful setting that feels far removed from the everyday. A beautiful natural backdrop for filming, with the TNFC ready to help productions explore the area. 📸: Mary Putnam

It's National Canadian Film Day! 🎬🎥 To learn more, go to CanFilmDay.ca What's your favourite Canadian film?

Spring at Lac Le Jeune brings open water, returning wildlife, and fresh green along the shoreline. A natural backdrop that works beautifully on camera, with support from the TNFC. 📸: Bonnie Pryce

Cache Creek is known for its welcoming roadside stops, and Horstings Farm Market is a favourite. Colourful displays, local goods, and plenty of character. 📸: Bonnie Pryce

Walhachin offers winter landscapes that feel both remote and accessible. Clean sightlines, historic textures, and natural drama make it a standout filming destination. 📸: Bonnie Pryce

Submit your Short Film to CBC's Short Film Face Off! Submissions close on March 20, learn more and apply here: https://www.shortfilmfaceoff.ca/

Winter transforms Pinantan–Pritchard Road into a quiet, winding route framed by snow-covered hills and forest. A strong setting for scenic travel shots and atmospheric winter scenes. The TNFC can help productions explore filming here. 📸: Tarra Hinton

A quick reminder that there is no FINE event this month (March)! We held Learn About Film (LAF) earlier in March, and our team is taking a moment to reset after an amazing week of workshops. We look forward to seeing you on April 19th for the next F.I.N.E. at the Paramount Theatre!

Winter in Pritchard offers snow-dusted fields, river valley views, and a quiet rural setting ideal for filming. The TNFC can help productions explore and plan shoots in this area. 📸: Mary Putnam

We’re so excited to be hosting our third annual Learn About Film event this weekend! To help kick things off, we’re sharing a short interview where our film commissioner, Terri Hadwin, talks about why LAF matters to the local community. https://youtu.be/UTtMpqFqS4s?si=-Q4teiCqAoac8H48

It's "Never Just a Hike" in the Thompson-Nicola Region. 🎥🌿 The North Face recently chose Kamloops and the surrounding area as the backdrop for their newest commercial, spotlighting trails, views, and landscapes many of us know by heart. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yd5CHtqGQhE

This is one FREE movie night that you won’t want to skip! Come to the Paramount tomorrow, Feb 27 at 6PM to enjoy this FREE screening of Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Click this link to register: https://ow.ly/WHqw50Ylf2k

Winter settles gently over the Paul Lake area, bringing quiet trails, snow-dusted trees, and peaceful lakeside views just outside Kamloops. 📸: Tarra Hinton

🎬 Happening Tonight! – February F.I.N.E. Join us tonight from 4–6 PM at the Paramount Theatre for our February Film Industry Networking Event, featuring Marian Truscott speaking on Costuming for Film & TV. See you tonight at the Paramount! 🎥

Our February newsletter is here! Catch up on what’s been happening across the Thompson‑Nicola region — events, updates, and a few things you might have missed. Plus, a look at what’s coming up next for our creative community. Read here: https://ow.ly/fJ9z50Yj1fC~~

🎬 A look back at LAF 2025! Last year’s event was full of energy. We loved seeing the creativity and community in every room. If you enjoyed last year — or wished you hadn’t missed it — this is your chance to jump in. Full details and registration are on the KFS website: https://ow.ly/yw4R50YiiGn

B.E. On Set (Background Etiquette on Set) 🎬🎥 This course is designed to introduce background and novice performers to the information needed to work confidently on film sets. Feb. 22, from 10 am till 2 pm via Zoom Price: $50 To register, contact Debra Sawarin, [email protected].

Happy Family Day! If you’ve seen this family‑focused Kia Sportage commercial, you might spot a few familiar places… 👀 Do any of the locations ring a bell? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQuJ7O5DkC0

Our neighbours at the Okanagan Film Commission created a very fun promo video, and we're big fans! What do you think? https://ow.ly/KWA550Y6tQ9

Terri will be representing the Thompson-Nicola Film Commission at CMPA Prime Time 2026! If you’ll be attending and want to connect, reach out — Terri would love to chat about filming in the Thompson-Nicola region and how we can support your next project.

Join us this Sunday January 18th at the Paramount Theatre for a special F.I.N.E. event celebrating local filmmaking talent from across the Thompson-Nicola region! 🎥🎬 Tickets: https://ow.ly/piiA50XWh1f

Kamloops has once again been named one of the best places to live and work as a moviemaker, this time for 2026 by Moviemaker Magazine! We’re proud to see the Thompson-Nicola region recognized again and to support the storytellers who choose to create here.

A fresh snowfall transforms Barriere into a winter postcard. Surrounded by forests and mountains, it’s a place where winter stories come naturally. 📸: Kelly Funk

Save the date! Learn About Film returns March 7–8, 2026 with a two-day event designed to equip filmmakers with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in the industry. Expect a strong lineup of guest speakers, industry insights, and opportunities to connect. More details coming soon!

Filmmakers in the TNRD are invited to submit a short excerpt from a past or current project for our Local Filmmaker Showcase at the January Film Industry Networking Event! Submission deadline is January 5, 2026 Submit here: https://ow.ly/upNu50XQ6Qz

Wildlights brings a festive glow to the BC Wildlife Park, a place that also welcomes filming throughout the year. Twinkling displays and winter magic make it a standout holiday setting. 📸: Mary Putnam

Ashcroft lights up beautifully for the holidays. Warm colours, small-town charm, and a festive glow that feels like a movie moment. The TNFC can help you explore this picturesque setting.

Happy Holidays from the TNFC! 🎄❄️ As the year comes to a close, we’d like to thank the filmmakers, partners, communities, and local crews who continue to make the Thompson-Nicola region such a welcoming place to create. Wishing you a restful holiday season, and all the best in the year ahead.

The success of My Secret Santa has helped shine a spotlight on the region, showcasing our landscapes, communities, and Sun Peaks as a welcoming and film-friendly destination. Castanet reports on it's success: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80Zcyf1OsxQ

Winter brings a calm beauty to Ashcroft — golden hills dusted with snow and soft light stretching across the valley. A quiet, cinematic backdrop ready for any story. The TNFC can help your production find it. 📸: Bonnie Pryce

Today’s the day! Join us for our December F.I.N.E. event this afternoon. Local filmmaker Todd Sullivan will be hosting trivia and other fun social activities to wrap up the year with a relaxed, low-key night of connection. Doors open at 4 PM at the Paramount Theatre. See you there!

Our neighbours at the Okanagan Film Commission made a video all about being a filming location. If you own property in the TNRD and want to be listed in our film-friendly database, find more info here: https://ow.ly/nmZS50XvXm5. Check out the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avU-GODmDh8

Our December newsletter is now live! This month we’re sharing holiday film news, local production updates, community highlights from around the TNRD, and more. Read the full issue or subscribe to get it delivered to your inbox each month. Read online: https://ow.ly/HLQC50XIAo4~~

Snow settles gently across Lac du Bois, turning the grasslands into a serene winter canvas. Whether you’re filming a quiet moment or a sweeping landscape, the TNFC can help make it happen. 📸: Mike Anfield

Location Callout! 🎬🌲 We’re helping a production scout for a remote fire lookout tower surrounded by forest. We’ve included example photos to show the style they’re looking for. If you know of another spot that might be a match, we'd love to hear from you!

Call for Submissions! Are you a filmmaker in the TNRD? We’re inviting local filmmakers to submit excerpts (5-min max) from projects for the January FINE Event! Deadline: Dec. 16, 2025 Location: Jan 18th, 4-6 pm, Paramount Theatre Submit or learn more: https://thekfs.ca/fine-submission/