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The Pacific Screenwriting Program supports a vibrant screenwriter community in British Columbia by providing a training ground for BC’s aspiring and active screenwriters. Combining real-world story-room experience, mentorship, bootcamps, workshops and information sessions, the program equips writers with the skills, experience, and connections necessary to establish a sustainable career in the province’s dynamic screen industry.
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News & Events
ISL Alum. Jordan Waunch a 2025 Sundance Institute Fellow
Congratulations to Jordan Waunch (ISL 2024) for being selected as a fellow for the 2025 Sundance Institute Native Lab with Hyperia, developed during his PSP Indigenous Screenwriters Lab program.
ISL Alum. Shaelyn Johnston in “SkyMed” S4 Writers Room
We're thrilled to hear that Shaelyn Johnston (ISL 2024) is joining the Season 4 writers room for CBC's “SkyMed” on a PSP Story Department Internship. Congratulations, Shaelyn!
New Paramount+ Canada Scripted Series Lab Sponsorship
Paramount+ in Canada and the Pacific Screenwriting Program (PSP) announced today that Paramount+ Canada is to be the lead sponsor of the 2026 Scripted Series Lab, the PSP’s flagship program for emerging BC screenwriters. “The PSP is delighted to have Paramount+ Canada...
Program Manager Announcement
We are pleased to announce that Smita Acharyya is joining the PSP as our new Program Manager, starting in mid-April.