Backlot Journal

Useful information for people who make things.

Production policy, crew workflow, sourcing and practical lessons from the floor.

Ontario policy · 2026-09-09

Ontario’s Production Services Tax Credit: what 21.5% means

A plain-language look at the OPSTC, the current 21.5% rate, and why production competitiveness matters to working crew.

Explainer · 2026-09-09

How film production incentives actually work

Labour credits, production-service credits and why jurisdictions compete for film and television spending.