B.C. showcased some of the world's most spectacular scenery to the filmmakers creating the world of Tomorrowland.

Directed and produced by two-time Oscar winner Brad Bird, Tomorrowland promises to take audiences on a thrill ride of nonstop adventures through new dimensions that have only been dreamed of. The film was proudly filmed in several communities throughout B.C. and is in theaters today.

On Thursday, May 21, 2015, government joined Walt Disney Studios Canada, Tomorrowland crew, vendors, and B.C.’s creative industry to celebrate the release of Tomorrowland (see red carpet interviews here: https://youtu.be/NWbgzmuMlmE). Over the past three weeks, outdoor ads promoting the film were tagged with “Proudly Filmed in Beautiful B.C.” messaging. The custom creative appears on map stands, bus signs and transit shelters in various locations across the Greater Vancouver area. Tomorrowland was shot in eight different B.C. cities, including Enderby, Armstrong, Richmond, Surrey, Burnaby, Delta and Langley, with principal photography kicking off in Vancouver in August 2013. UBC, the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Museum of Vancouver and the Vancouver Academy of Music are just a few of the landmarks that served as locations for the film.

B.C.’s dynamic creative sector is a key contributor to our diverse, strong and growing economy and represents a remarkable opportunity for British Columbia to succeed on the global stage and to participate in a rapidly growing sophisticated, knowledge based industry.

Quotes:

Minister of State for Tourism and Small Business, Naomi Yamamoto -

“Having studied film and television at UBC, I understand firsthand the passion and dedication it takes to be a part of this inspiring industry. Each one of the 1,800 workers who worked on this film deserves special recognition for the work they did to bring this film to life. I look forward to their continued contribution to our creative industries.”

Parliamentary Secretary, BC Jobs Plan, Greg Kyllo -

“Tomorrowland captures the natural beauty of our province while bringing to life the work and imagination of B.C.’s creative industry. We are thankful to Disney for showcasing B.C. and our talented industry to the world. I look forward to seeing more and more of BCers’ work show up in the magic of Disney’s storytelling that resonates with so many kids, adults and families around the world.”

Quick Facts:

• The filming of Tomorrowland supported over 1,800 full time jobs (FTE’s) and was responsible for $91.9 million in direct production expenditure in the province.
• Between August 2013 and January 2014, the production engaged over 1,100 vendours in 67 communities across B.C.
• The production received approximately $21.8 million in support through B.C. tax incentives.

Learn More:

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada: http://thewaltdisneycompany.com/disney-companies/studio-entertainment

Media Contacts:

Media Relations
Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and Responsible for Labour
250 387-2799