Factual TV workers summer social in Toronto July 19

July 06, 2018 Editor Event eventfactual tvguide to working in canadian factual tv production

If you work in factual TV in the Toronto area you're invited to a social night hosted by the Canadian Media Guild.

This event is scheduled for Thursday, July 19 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Bier Markt King West (600 King St W). The social night is open to all and free to attend but please RSVP on this Eventbrite page. Drinks and snacks will be served.

Come and catch up with colleagues and friends, meet some new ones, and find out what's happening in the industry. The CMG will also have free copies of our Guide to Working in Canadian Factual TV available.

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