The cameras, lights and action of show business are coming to Niverville, Man.
Volume Global and Julijette Inc. announced plans Thursday to build a $30-million film and television studio in the bedroom community, roughly 32 kilometres south of Winnipeg.
“Today’s announcement demonstrates what can be achieved through collaboration, partnership and a lot of hard work,” Niverville Mayor Myron Dyck said in a written statement.
Construction is expected to start this summer.
A media release from the Manitoba government said the 1,700-square-metre facility — dubbed Jette Studios — will create 300 new jobs over three years.
The provincial government has worked at making Manitoba a destination for the film industry, offering a tax incentive for productions and helping the Winnipeg airport with expenses to improve direct flights to and from Los Angeles.
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Due to the studio’s location, productions will receive an extra five per cent rural tax credit through the province, the government said Thursday.
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Manitoba’s film industry saw 88 projects last year, generating $365 million, according to government numbers.
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