Kelsey EvansChristy, Not only are you killing the lm industry but you are killing businesses that

cater to the lm industry. 4 hours agoLike11

Dawn CharettePlease help the lm industry get back to what is was. I just want to get back to work along with many of my co workers. I'm pretty sure it can be done! 4 hours agoviamobileLike9

Kendra VothThis is a decision that needs to be reconsidered. The industry is a vast and covers many, if not all trades of expertise, with a population of over 25000 people that bring value to the industry, and who's skills combined cause this economy to thrive. It was reported over 1.2 Billion dollars of business was spent in BC. but this number is quickly declining as other provinces are keen to offer better advantages, the numbers show the results when it comes to votes and lost of economic growth. 4 hours agoLike9

Stephen TibbettsHey Christie what's up - just wanted to drop you a line. Just wondering when you crumble in the next election what will you do apart from collect a pension? Film contributes billions of dollars to the BC economy and you give it a snub? Even your own party is distancing themselves from you - dod you ever wonder why? Happy trails Christie Clark and may your pension keep you happy, wise ( hahahahaha) and fullled. Oh and you suck - just had to get that in... Happy 2013

Josh HinksonChristy, your decisions affect the people of the province that elected you into government. First, you eliminated the HST. Now, you have neglected to include the 30,000+ BC residents who depend on the Film & TV industry to survive. It's time to put yourself in someone else's shoes and realize the consequences of your choices. You're on the brink of bringing this incredible industry that has brought millions into this province, down to it's knees. 4 hours agoLike10

Adrien van ViersenIf 80-90% of our industry is out of work, that means approximately 20,000 people are on EI. Granted, some of us are incorporated, but the majority of us are not. It means a lot of people not spending money, leaning on the taxpayers of the province to make it through the dark times you have perpetuated. Your plan makes no economic sense at all. Just go to Biercraft on Commerical Drive and ask Dean, the owner, if his business has dropped because the lm industry is suffering. The impact of the collapse of our industry goes far beyond your so-called 'screen- related" business. 4 hours agoLike11

Robert FinniganPlease help out the thousands who work in the lm industry, by simply throwing us a life line. Simply match Ontario's tax incentives. Or the other choice is to give someone else hundreds of millions of Dollars to do the work that we are both willing and able to do. Thanks in advance for your time and considerations on these matters 4 hours agoviamobileLike12

Robyn WienerPremier Clark, as I read through the myriad of posts, I realize that I personally KNOW or know of nearly everyone posting on your page. Do you know what that means? that means WE here in the lm industry are a family! We have families, we have lives we have to support. When I moved to this province in 1993, my goal was to work in the lm industry. I have maintained a career here for over 17 years and I plan on continuing one but not if the government has such a disregard for what we do. THIS IS NOT A WHIMSICAL JOB.. THIS IS MY LIVELIHOOD and the livelihood of thousands of workers not to mention all the subsidiary industries that are affected. I have seen the good years here and I am now witnessing friends and colleagues move EAST because of the incentives that are offered out East. I have witnessed too many people to count that have left this sector because of the lean years they have faced and have gone bankrupt. I have seen industry pros who are so skilled taking jobs in other sectors because they cannot survive. I would like you to take to reect being forced out of your profession because you could not feed your family. Now, think of thousands of lm workers doing the same thing. Our rating for lm production has dropped from 3 in North American to 4 due to a lack of business. Every week, shows are moving out East along with workers. Is that not loud and strong enough for you to hear? We don't live on expense accounts or fancy dinners or car services. We are contract workers who survive one contract to the next - that is the nature of this business. The less business, the less work - the math is simple. We are highly skilled contract workers that have assisted in putting billions into this province. If that is not enough for you to recognize us, then you will lose thousands of votes and support. I cannot even "like" your FB page until I feel you are listening to and doing something about our concerns. We are a strong and united front!

Troy RudolphIn 2005, after 9 years of working in the Alberta Film Industry, I was forced to leave behind my family, my friends and my home, and completely start over in Vancouver, because I lived in a province whose government refused to see the benet of supporting and encouraging the growth of lming in that province. Filming in British Columbia is of huge nancial benet to the entire province. It employs tens of thousands of people, both directly and indirectly. It pumps money into the economy in the form of wages, equipment, vehicle and studio rentals, location fees, purchase of building materials, costumes and props, furniture, etc. Let alone the food. Do you know how much food it takes to feed a crew of 100 people every day for the 9 months it takes to lm a TV series? All of that money goes to local businesses. Also, tourism benets greatly from having lms and TV shows shot here. People travel to BC from all over the world because they've seen it used in their favourite TV shows or movies, and they want to visit the locations where it was lmed, and stand where the actors stood in their favourite scenes. US producers WANT to lm in BC, over Ontario or Quebec. We're in the same time zone, we're a short ight from L.A., and we have world renowned crew and talent here. But, unfortunately, because the current government is too short sighted to see the positive

impact that the lm, television and gaming industry have on our province, they are being forced to go east where they're getting a better bang for their buck. Premier Clark, I implore you to reconsider. Give our industry the respect and the support that it deserves. We are as strong and as viable an industry as every other one your job plan sees t to endorse, so why are we being left out in the cold?

I already uprooted my life once in the pursuit of my career, please don't make me do it again, when it's so unnecessary. 3 hours agoLike18

Katie WeekleyVery, very well said,Robyn Wiener! 3 hours agoLike8

Sarah GrahamBy not supporting the local BC lm industry with competitive tax credits is backwards thinking. It's 'stepping on a dollar to pick up a dime'. By offering a tax incentive for lm and television production you are thereby bringing in and supporting a billion dollar industry that nourishes and supports the growth and development of our community. Please Ms. Clark if you would explain to us your reasoning behind your decision to Not support our industry there are plenty of out-of-work technicians, producers, artist, actors etc. that would be a captive audience for your response. 3 hours agoviamobileLike11

Katie MaxwellChristy Clark, you are missing a great opportunity by not supporting the BC lm industry. There are many people whose livelihoods depend on it. If supported, this industry has a track record of bring millions, if not billions of dollars to the BC economy. BUT what I'm sure you will be able to take into greater consideration, is that these people are also voters and will not forget your lack of support come the next provincial election. Please do right by this industry. 2 hours agoEditedLike8

Donovan CerminaraPremier Clark, By ignoring one of the province's dominant industries in

your plans for your budget, namely that of the lm and television/entertainment sector, you announce to us all your disdain for the importance of art and story upon our community, culture and livelihoods. I moved to this ne province over a decade ago to work in the lm and television industry, and despite restrictive tax policies versus comparatively high unemployment, I am just one of the legion of Canadians that depend upon this industry to survive, not only nancially but spiritually. Vancouver's reputation for its lm crews is legendary. Canada has been both the proving ground and launching point for some of the world's greatest lmmakers. Your actions threaten to make these facts past tense. Why, if you so love your role as Premier, would you ignore (through your denial of the imperative of a tax credit reconsideration) such a diverse, creative, positive and capable group of working artistic professionals in favor of the continued export of our natural resources to international interests and propping up a non-competitive manufacturing industry? Shame on you. Please reconsider. 3 hours agoLike12

Stephen TibbettsSarah - well said - only problem or maybe not is Christie will be a Walmart greeter in May when the NDP pro lm candidate gets into office and sparks our industry once again. And in the US - New Orleans - they cannot support their lm credits anymore - this business is cyclical and it will return in full force - we have the crews, infrastructure, studios, technicians, offices, stages, actors... you name it - we have one stop shopping here - in New Orleans you have to import a lot of 'stuff' - in Vancouver you don't. We will come back.

Daryl MakortoffChristy, it is mind boggling that you are willing to watch millions of tax dollars go elsewhere while you proclaim that this province is in massive debt. It is a simple solution, all we are asking you to do is match Ontario and Quebec, and it will create a ton of jobs and tax dollars. But you won't even do that. You have obviously turned your back on us, leaving the lm industry to die. You are not the leader this province needs. I will make sure to tell everyone I know not to vote for a government that does absolutely nothing to help it's own taxpayers. 3 hours agoLike9

Maurice WoodworthRobyn Wienerand Troy Rudolph those posts were very well written... thank you. 3 hours agoLike5

Mariela ZapataPlease do something about the tax credits for the BC lm industry. It has brought so many incredible jobs and experiences to Vancouver, it would be a shame to just let it go elsewhere.

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Alberta MaynePlease, save the lm industry. Fix the tax credit. There has been a mass exodus to Ontario and down south. The lm industry supports so many other industries its absolutely crazy and short sighted to let it go. Without lm, BC may be beautiful but its not extraordinary. 2 hours agoviamobileLike5

Richard JollymoreYour action/nonaction in BC lm and creating competitive provincial tax credits almost seems like the behavior of someone who is in the pocket of the Ontario lm industry. Why have you forsaken the B.C. lm industry? 2 hours agoviamobileLike6

Adam K. MaglioPlease listen to what is being said here. I cannot say it better than my peers have so far. I've taken the time to read them all. The least you can do is the same. 2 hours agoLike5

Asher IsakBC has to remain competitive in attracting production dollars. So many people depend on it. Not forgetting.. continuing to bring lm production into BC generates billions in revenues for the economy. We need to offer incentives like we have in the past, so Hollywood comes here instead. 2 hours agoEditedLike6

Melissa CrichI have been in this business for 23 yrs. I am now working for less money than when I started, when I can nd work. We've had to take massive pay cuts to get work and make concessions. We want to work. I am currently on EI and hoping I don't have to sell and move back to Ontario. I've had to leave the province and work in Calgary, Toronto and Halifax. I want to make BC my home. I don't understand why we can not compete with Toronto? You are so big on creating jobs, why won't you help us keep our jobs? Honestly, I don't always vote. I will make sure no matter where I am and what I'm doing that I will vote this year. I have always been a Liberal and was looking forward to a Trudeau leadership. I will now also convey to him why I can not vote Liberal. about an hour agoEditedLike6

Jill Bailey"Mom. Premier of British Columbia.Working to protect and create jobs for families in B.C. Sports fan (go Whitecaps!) I want to hear from you!" this is quoted straight from the top of your page... you said this... "protect...jobs for families in B.C." How about doing that for all the lm and tv families. Be true to your word.

Ilze BurgerAs a young female actor having spent 5 or 6 years just starting out in BC's lm industry, I grew up in South Africa and came here with my family, (who have sacriced alot for me and been very supportive) believing THIS WAS HOLLYWOOD NORTH??!! Me and my family JUST received Canadian citizenship 2 years ago, and it would be impossible for many reasons to move to America to start over all the years of networking in Vancouvers industry. And it's such a beautiful place! This is an ideal location for Filming, and could mean alot more income for our economy if you decided NOT TO MAKE ALL THESE CUTS! It's disheartening to see the governments lack of support for the ne arts as the Theatre and Film scene has gone icy cold. ESPECIALLY to the individuals' living and working conditions. Please understand how many lives will be affected, and save our jobs. 2 hours agoEditedLike6

Phil KlapwykI don't believe that you have done any work to "protect" my job! In fact, the policies of your government mean that for the rst time in a decade, I'm seriously wondering how to pay my mortgage, let alone my union dues. Thank you so much for your misguided attempts to steer this province straight into the ditch. I hope we as a province can rebound from your "resolutions". 2 hours agoLike5

Camille QuintonTax Credits are the biggest incentive for other Countries and Productions to lm here. We need to give productions an easy no brainer solution on why they would choose B.C. to lm their project. Film productions help so many local business's too, not just our own. Thanks. 2 hours agoLike5

Alleris GillhamThe British Columbia lm industry was a booming industry, even during the recession, and the lack of support from the government has made it almost impossible for hundreds of workers to nd jobs. Please match the tax breaks and boost our once-booming industry again! 2 hours agoLike7

Sharra GanzeveldAnyone who cannot understand the cultural, social, and economic importance of the arts (be it lm, theatre, art, music, or any related subject) and neglects those industries automatically loses my vote. I will not stand for these important parts of our society to be ignored any longer. 2 hours agoLike6

Thom M. KyleI know many of the people who have posted on here. I, like many of them have worked in this industry for 13 plus years. We are all in the same boat. I don't understand how a government can not back a Billion Dollar industry that was growing. Many large productions that come through town always boast about how nice it is to work somewhere and work with responsible and capable crews. Yet you can't remain competitive with places such as Ontario, Quebec, Louisiana, North Carolina and so on. The latter of those two places don't have a fraction of the talent and professionalism that this great province and city have to offer. Would you rather us all be in the EI line

Gil ForresterFor over 30 years, thousands of British Columbians have made their living from BC's lm industry. Things have denitely changed. Some folks have been forced to leave the industry and some are hanging on by a thread. Right now, we need our governments help. Responsible support like we have received in the past. Creative solutions to keep this community striving. We cannot afford to lose experienced technicians and the amazing infrastructure which has taken so long to build. BC cannot afford to loose this industry. This government needs to once again take responsibility. 58 minutes agoEditedLike8

Vanessa DrivenessIt's really sad that I can nd both more acting and crew work in the Seattle lm industry than in Vancouver. Unless something is done NOW, the amazingly talented actors and crew that BC is world famous for, will leave for jobs in other cities. And the cost to rebuild the industry here after that will be far more than the much needed help we're currently asking. about an hour agoLike5

Kit MarlattMake Vancouver what is was and always has been: the best place to shoot a production in. Fantastic locations, studio space, talented cast and crews, and production houses. Not to mention all the revenue it brings to the city and the surrounding communities It's pretty simple: Bring back the tax incentives or lose the votes. about an hour agoLike5

Melissa CrichI cringe everytime I see one of the creating jobs commercials. Its morbid that we made those commericals for her and she cuts our livelihoods. thanks. Oh wait, maybe she had them made in Ontario, better tax credits. 13 minutes agoEditedLike5

Simon BayleyChristy, I can't even be bothered to try to convince you. You're done. Don't let the door hit you on the way out. about an hour agoLike4

Troy RudolphBarry Nerlinghas set up a YouTube page with access for anyone who wants to add their face and voice to this. You can upload it here:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UI8VpMoYMIUUsername: savebclm@gmail.com Password: bclm13 about an hour agoLike6

Kathryn CoutuI have worked in the lm industry for the last 6 years. Not only has this supported my family but it gave me a new one. I know so many of these people trying to petition you. This isn't just some job you show up at and ll your time card. We take pride in what we do. We create something for the entertainment of you and millions of others. In doing so we have created life long bonds with the people we work with. To think that that family will disappear because you refuse to consider it in your job plan is devastating to us all! I have been a supporter of the liberal party in the past but due to your callousness for thousands of people in your very own province I will not support you. Please rectify this situation. about an hour agoviamobileLike5

Mikey WDear Premier Clark. I understand that you have a lot of responsibilities on your hands as the leader of the province and your political party. I appreciate your hard work when you try to x the HST nightmare which your predecessor left behind.

For many decades, BC had been the preferred destination for foreign lm makers. They used to bring in hundreds of thousands of dollars or even millions for every production they make in the Province. In turn, many other industries in the province and the government beneted. However recently, many productions had moved out East as their tax incentives became more competitive. Many of our skilled labourers and producer have move as a result. If this trend continues, I'm afraid our province will lose it status as Hollywood North under your government. It

will also in turn hurt many others industries as well. I appreciate you for the time you set a side to post on facebook wishing your citizen a happy new year and the time you take to read this message. about an hour agoLike3

Karin Behrenzi have read every post here. please show us the courtesy and do the same. together with my fellow co-workers and friends we are united in this effort to save an industry that we dearly love. i hope you realize that by putting 10's of 1000's of futures on the line you are putting yourself right there with us. i know who i will NOT be voting for on may 14th. 55 minutes agoLike6

David MarkowitzHonorable Christy Clark The Office of the Premier West AnnexParliament BuildingsVictoria, BCV8V 1X4 Re: British Columbia Film Industry Tax Credit

Dear Premier Clark: For the past twenty-nine years, I have been employed in the lm and television industry here in British Columbia. In addition to the majestic beauty of the province, government incentives have helped lay the foundation for a thriving, competitive lm community able to compete with larger metropolitan centers throughout North America. I am one of 25,000 BC residents employed directly in the industry, among the thousands more who rely on lm and television production for their income. From set construction, to equipment rental, to technical production houses, we have helped the BC economy grow. The building supply companys, car rental providers, equipment rental houses, and the food industry, to name a few. The city permits and location fees and VPD employment for traffic control and security. Thanks to a completive tax credit, have held steadfast, regardless of large uctuations in the marketplace. Our ability to remain competitive relies heavily on the support of the provincial government and their enthusiasm for maintaining an attractive taxation scheme. With a strong Canadian dollar, this is the only way to ensure and build upon the long-term success that has been established. Recognizing this has prompted other provinces, like Ontario, to initiate attractive incentives that are proving successful, and reected in their increased productions. We need your support. Without it, you jeopardize not only our industry standards but our live hoods as well leaving many of us with no alternative but to draw upon social programs like employment insurance and welfare.I urge you to consider taking a more strategic approach towards the lm and tax credit before irreparable damage has been done. David Markowitz Directors Guild of Canada Member 1st Assistant Director 54 minutes agoLike12

Helen E. SeelyShe seems so fake. 38 minutes agoLike

Sanchia WongIf you are really wanting to protect jobs for families in B.C., how about supporting the BC Film Industry? Lots of BC families work in lm, TV, or the places that are related to lm. How about the money lm industry pays to the various cities? Please don't forget about the families in lm and TV. And here is to hoping that whoever reads these posts for you will pass on the message to you. 35 minutes agoLike3

Bulent HasanI appreciate Christy Clarke as premier of BC. she doesn't believe in a quick kill, she likes to 'slowly' poison and destroy the provinces chances of staying alive in the already competitive industry thats got Toronto, New York, South Africa, and other cities, stealing our opportunities. First kill the HST by their confusing campaign, THEN destroy our

chances of keeping productions in town, THEN kill the industry for Canadians in making canadian content on the west coast. Bravo Premiere Clarke! Bravo! 31 minutes agoLike2

Shlengiwe N. KheswaWhat have you done really for the lm and tv as well as the arts. Vancouver artist are losing work and productions for your lack of understanding how work coming in here vs Tax cuts is killing the industry. I feel let down by the lack of support you have shown towards the arts. As much as you love press time you should be supporting the lm. In the last 5 years, you guys have killed the work that could be coming here because of your lack of understanding how we get work here in BC and what we need to do to contend with other countries n provinces when it comes to us getting more productions coming to work. Why would you let your fellow canadians lose work just because you guys don't really understand nor listen to TV n Film workers. Please stop posing and start working. Sista you make us look bad and that is a shame. You have so much to give n yet you choose to ignore what keeps work coming to BC. Come now Ms. Clark 23 minutes agoLike3

Jenny Clarke- AmbersonIt's about creating jobs, correct? It's not that hard to gure out. 22 minutes agoviamobileLike2

Rachael FortierWays to save on the employment insurance budget..... BC lm and television tax incentives! 15 minutes agoviamobileLike3

Sandra MontgomeryHow about preserving the lm industry here in BC? How about better tax credits to bring in more work for those of us who have to go on EI - which is now going to be taken away from us forcing us into other areas of work, seriously undermining the crew talent pool here. If there was more work, this wouldn't be an issue. I WAN'T to work.... not be on EI. So bring our tax credits up to better than other places and watch the work ow back in along with the mega $$ into BC economy. 13 minutes agoLike3

Matthew TingeyIn addition to the public fb page please email her: premier@gov.bc.ca 11 minutes agoLike

James MichalopoulosI hope you can see by all the posts that the Film Industry here is in dire need of attention. You want to create jobs...do what it takes to get Vancouver back on track as a leader in Film and Television Production. We are on the brink of losing an industry that employs thousands and brings in millions in revenue. Pay attention to what we are all saying and do something instead of just waiting for the day when people ask...hey was there a lm industry in Vancouver??? 10 minutes agoLike2

Michael DinerLets get these people back to work, match the Ontario tax credit and voila! Instant work for hundreds of people. Keep it on the books for good and the stability will keep them coming for years to come. 8 minutes agoLike1

Tanja KnightI cannot say it any better than everyone else already did! I moved to Vancouver 2.5 years ago to fulll my dream of working in the movie industry here, the so called best place on earth. Please do not destroy an entire industry so many people have bu...See More 6 minutes agoviamobileLike1

Brynn Kinnee Princewell saidTanja Knight!!