The Greater Victoria Film Commission (GVFC) was established as a non-profit organization in 1996. Its purpose is to market and promote the locations, skills and creativity inherent in Victoria and Vancouver Island to the global film industry.

GVFC is governed by a Board of Directors and has a staff of three.
They are:

Rod Hardy, Director, Greater Victoria Film Commission
Beverley Dondale, Administrator / Memberships & Fundraising
Wendy Polsson , Bookkeeper

GVFC receives financial support from the BC Film Commission, City Of Victoria, District of Saanich, District of Oak Bay, City of Langford, City of Colwood, Town of Esquimalt, District of Sooke, Town of View Royal, District of Highlands and individuals, whose generosity is much appreciated.
The following links will lead you to more information about past filmmaking activities in Greater Victoria, and provide location-specific information that is vital to filmmakers.

• Location Photos
• Local Film Scene
• Greater Victoria Shooting Guidelines
• About Greater Victoria
• Weather Information
• How to get here

GREATER VICTORIA FILM
COMMISSION SERVICES

The film industry in BC has experienced tremendous growth over the past 20 years, leading to the development of a broad and mature base of support and services, consisting of skilled professionals, crews and companies dedicated to the industry. Just 35 minutes by air from Vancouver and 1 hr 35 mins. by ferry, Greater Victoria is now ready to take its evolution in the film industry one step further and become one of British Columbia's major provincial players.

Formed as a non-profit organization in September 1996, the Greater Victoria Film Commission has focused on developing the infrastructure required to provide necessary services and talent to the international film and television industry. The Commission now offers a full range of services for film producers and companies interested in using Greater Victoria as a location.

PRODUCTION /LOCATION SERVICES

The Production/Location Services Department is the area of service within the Commission most familiar to film companies and producers. Commission staff and contractors provide assistance with the following:

Script Breakdown:
Using the photo library as a base resource, the Greater Victoria Film Commission provides complete script breakdown services for features, MOWs, series and pilots. Photo files are sent using FilmPilot to the producers to determine if Greater Victoria is the appropriate place to film the production.

Scouting and Surveys:
Based on production and script requirements, the Greater Victoria Film Commission will scout and photograph specific locations that may not be on file in the Commission's library. The Commission may provide location scouts to accompany producers and directors around Greater Victoria in search of suitable locations.

Ongoing Support:
Producers and Location Managers use the Production/Location Services Department for production research and information, location expertise, and assistance with other support and technical services. Staff provide assistance with contacting appropriate agencies regarding immigration/work permits and city filming permits, as well as information regarding trade unions, guilds, labour rates, studio facilities, post-production facilities and suppliers.

Photo Library:
The library is continually being updated and expanded, and consists of key images from all over Greater Victoria used in script breakdowns, commercial requests and ongoing production and location support. It is used internally by Commission staff and contractors, and externally by producers, location managers and other industry personnel.