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  • 2011-09-16 at 10:15

    Rodica Popa
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    We are shooting in Vancouver and wanted to know the rules regarding permits for photoshoots.

    How do we go about applying for photography permits? We will only be shooting inside a home, so not on public property.

    Can anyone advise what we should do?

    2011-09-16 at 12:35

    Emilie Brandt
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    Hello, film permits in Vancouver typically take up to 5 to 10 business days. For a home location you could likely do it in less time. Typically we would do a location contract with the home owner. If you do not require street parking at the home then you would likely not need a film permit. However – I would suggest contacting the BC film Commission here is their site -http://www.bcfilmcommission.com/ you can email them at – info@bcfilmcommission.com
    or their phone contact number is + 1 604 660 2732
    OR contact our Location Manager Dave Pink at davepink1@mac.com, you can let him know I suggested you contact him, Karen Silver Treehouse North . My email is silver@treenorth.com if you need any further assistance. Note Vancouver is 8 hours behind London time wise.

    2011-09-17 at 02:45

    Robin Hollister
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    Hi Georgia,

    Please feel free to email me personally synnove@locationfixerbc.com

    I don’t mind a quick email exchange if you need assistance. As a rule if you have your work permits to shoot in Canada and you are still shooting on private property you don’t necessarily need a permit. However, its polite to let the BC Film Commission and Vancouver Film Office know your operations.

    Best, Syn

    http://www.locationfixervancouver.ca
    http://www.locationfixerbc.com

    2011-09-17 at 02:47

    Robin Hollister
    Member

    Oh and btw Dave Pink (as recommended by Karen Silver at Treehouse North) is a great location manager so I’m sure he can help too :)

    2012-01-24 at 16:46

    Bob Rickerd
    Member

    you’ll need to apply for a LMO and possibly a waiver form for Canadian taxes.

    Send me an email and I can give you further information.

    Ted Herman
    604.306.3656
    ted@lemonadefilms.com

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