Manufacturing Business Prosperity With substantial markets now in every region of the world, B.C.’s Manufacturing and Exporting companies have become truly international in their scope as well as their vision. At MNP, we recognize that the manufacturing & exporting industry is dynamic and continually evolving to meet new operational, trade and regulatory changes. You face numerous business challenges every day. Success in this sector depends on how well you manage the myriad of issues that can arise. Filming of TV shows and movies is on the upswing in B.C., says Pete Mitchell, head of Vancouver Film Studios
Our expertise in this ever-changing industry can help you resolve these issues effectively and
and one purpose-built studio, gradually expanding to its current state of 12 purpose-built studios and more than 200 employees. In addition to renting out its studios to productions, VFS also has three subsidiary companies: Pacific Backlot Services, which rents production equipment; Signal Systems, largely an IT and radio communications company; and Blackcomb Aviation, a helicopter and charter company. Only 10% of Blackcomb Aviation’s revenue comes from the film and television industry; the rest derives from maintaining transmission lines, aerial searches for minerals, tourism flights, charter rentals and heli-skiing. “Pete has provided strong business leadership for the motion picture industry for over two decades,” said Peter Leitch, who, as president of North Shore Studios and Mammoth Studios, competes with Mitchell but also, as chair of the Motion Picture Production Industry Association of BC (MPPIA), works with him to aid the industry. “He has been passionate about minimizing the environmental footprint of the industry and been a thought leader as an executive board member of the MPPIA.” VFS has just launched a fourth division, Gun Lake Pictures, which will develop and produce original screenplays. “The McLean family doesn’t stand still,” said Mitchell.
enhance the profitability of your business. We deliver personalized services in international and cross-border consulting and tax compliance to support exporters conducting business internationally. From ongoing assurance over accounting and internal controls and assistance during debt or equity financing, to performance improvement and supply chain management to consulting services and international taxation, MNP has the industry experience and knowledge to help your business prosper.
Ron Miller, CPA, CA, CBV, CPA (WA) Regional Managing Partner 604.637.1524 ron.miller@mnp.ca Mackenzie Kyle Regional Managing Partner, Advisory Services 604.637.1596 mackenzie.kyle@mnp.ca
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