SPYA News

The Screen Production Yukon Association (SPYA) is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for Yukon producers to participate in Prime Time 2026, taking place January 28–30, 2026 in Ottawa. Prime Time is the Canadian Media Producers Association’s premier annual conference, uniting producers,...

The Screen Production Yukon Association (SPYA) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Yukon Screen Media Industry Awards, which took place on Friday, November 7, at the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre. The evening included a celebration of local achievement and a screening of recent...

This year’s conference offers three dynamic days of learning, networking, and creative collaboration for screen-based storytellers and industry professionals. Whether you're an emerging filmmaker, seasoned producer, or passionate content creator, this event is designed to equip you with the tools,...

As we gear up for an unforgettable weekend of workshops, panels, and roundtables, the Screen Production Yukon Association is excited to introduce a snapshot of our incredible lineup of speakers—industry professionals who are shaping the future of film and television. This year’s speaker lineup...

We are one month out from SPYA’s annual Yukon Screen Media Industry Conference on November 7-9. One of the initiatives of this year’s event is a screening at the Friday Gala showcasing the incredible work of SPYA’s members and the Yukon industry as a whole. If you have any projects you’ve...

The 2025 Screen Production Yukon Association (SPYA) Filmmakers Bootcamp has already proven to be a transformative experience for emerging Yukon storytellers — and the journey is far from over. Over the summer, nine selected participants spent July honing their screenwriting skills under the...

NOMINATION FORM The Yukon’s flourishing screen production industry demonstrates the exceptional wealth of talent and expertise found in the territory. As the industry continues to evolve, Screen Production Yukon Association (SPYA) strives to identify and recognize success in this community of...

The Screen Production Yukon Association (SPYA) and Music Yukon are thrilled to announce a new partnership to deliver a dynamic series of technical workshops for Yukon’s emerging audio-visual professionals and musicians. These workshops will take place in the lead-up to the highly anticipated Disco...

The Screen Production Yukon Association is excited to announce the launch of a new Yukon Filmmaker Bootcamp, designed to jumpstart your filmmaking career with a focus on writing, directing, and producing scripted works. This bootcamp will provide over 60 hours of training from July to October,...

The Screen Production Yukon Association (SPYA) is proud to announce the winners of the Second Annual Yukon Screen Media Industry Awards, recognizing excellence and innovation in the Yukon’s vibrant screen production community. The awards ceremony took place on November 16, 2024, at the SPYA...

  Andrew Williamson Andrew Williamson is a seasoned producer, business owner, and climate change consultant. Currently managing the Sustainable Workforce Coalition at...

The Yukon Screen Media Industry Conference and Awards will take place from November 15 to 17, 2024 in Whitehorse, Yukon! Conference registration is only open to SPYA members. If you are not currently a member, you can join here. REGISTER EVENT SCHEDULE Day 1: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, November 15, 2024:...

  The Yukon’s flourishing screen production industry demonstrates the exceptional wealth of talent and expertise found in the...

The Screen Production Yukon Association (SPYA) Producer Bootcamp wrapped up in April 2024 with great success, featuring five talented participants who engaged in a transformative 10-week masterclass. Each participant brought their unique scripted or unscripted projects to the program, where they...