Filming in North Bay

Filming in North Bay, Ontario

Population: Approx. 53,000
Distance From Toronto: 344km (214 miles) Show me on the map
Eligible for Northern Ontario-specific funding: Yes

North Bay: The Gateway to the North

As the ‘Gateway to the North’, the City of North Bay is an easy 3.5-hour commute from Toronto, and a 4-hour commute from Ottawa, with the amenities, talent, and beautiful locations required for your next production.

With access to Northern Ontario-specific financial incentives, and home to breathtaking views, urban and rural landscapes, and unique locations, North Bay has served as the backdrop for numerous film and television productions. 

Filming in North Bay means:

  • No film permit fees 

  • Streamlined processes and concierge service 

  • Northern Ontario-specific financial incentives, like the NOHFC

  • Tailored connections to local resources 

  • Public funding application assistance 

  • 3.5-hour drive to Toronto  

  • Diverse and unique natural, rural, and urban locations 

  • Home to post-secondary trained talent, and industry-leading post-production facilities 

  • Studio, industrial, warehouse, and office space to accommodate set construction, filming, and production 

Information on Film Permits

Film Permits and Guidelines

Contact

Adrienne Mazzuchelli, Economic Development Officer
(705) 474-0400 ext. 2318 
filming@northbay.ca
The City of North Bay

Success in North Bay: All My Puny Sorrows

Locations

Discover North Bay's diverse locations; from quaint downtown streets to big city-like alleyways, churches, historic homes and more. As an important NORAD military base, North Bay has unique film-friendly settings like the former BOMARC Missile Site, adding a distinctive backdrop for productions.  

Nestled between Lake Nipissing, the 3rd largest lake entirely in Ontario, and Trout Lake, North Bay offers filmmakers an abundance of natural landscapes. With an extensive trail network, over 40 beaches, and 70 parks, the city provides serene lakeside vistas, rugged wilderness, and hidden gems, inviting filmmakers to unleash their creativity. 

Crew

In North Bay, filmmakers have access to a talent pool of skilled professionals eager to work. Canadore College stands as a pipeline of talent, producing graduates proficient in digital cinematography, acting, broadcasting, recording engineering and more.  

Supported by industry unions and local talent agencies, our crews range from seasoned veterans to emerging talent. With a diverse range of skills and experiences, they offer invaluable support throughout every stage of production. Whether you're filming a small indie project or a major blockbuster, North Bay's talented local crew ensures a smooth and successful filmmaking experience. 

Infrastructure

North Bay's growing film infrastructure caters to the unique needs of filmmakers, providing everything from versatile industrial spaces and equipment rental to cutting-edge post-production facilities. Mukwa Studios, in Nipissing First Nation, offers a 30,000 sq. ft. studio space, and a collaborative environment conducive to bringing your vision to life.  

Coupled with seamless access to industry resources and support services, filmmakers enjoy a hassle-free experience from pre-production to post. With a steadfast commitment to fostering a thriving film ecosystem, the city continues to support infrastructure and resources, ensuring that filmmakers have everything they need. 

Resources in North Bay

  • North Bay

    Offering grip and electrical (generators, dollies, cranes, lighting, grip and expendables), transportation (grip and electric trucks, camera trucks, cast trailers, hair & makeup, wardrobe, and washroom trucks) and location support (tents, tables & chairs, director’s chairs, makeup mirrors, parking cones and garbage cans), CTS has supplied dozens of feature films and series.

    5785 Hwy 11 N
    North Bay, Ontario
    Rick Minke
  • North Bay, Sudbury, Timmins , Kapuskasing

    For productions requiring major construction, this established Canadian supplier rents compact, aerial and heavy industrial and construction vehicles and equipment, with outlets all over Northern Ontario (available in North Bay, Timmins, and Kapuskasing).

    22 Pacific Avenue
    Sudbury, Ontario
    Derek Cashmore
  • North Bay

    Donegan Gear's equipment inventory includes an extensive line of film and television cameras and accessories (everything from the Canon 7D to the Arri Alexa), lighting equipment (including HMI, Tungsten, Kino Flo & LED lighting), grip equipment and a complete range of generators and electrical distribution. Donegan Gear also carries camera cranes and remote heads, camera dollies, car mounts and a broad range of other specialty film and broadcast equipment.

    550 Harvey St.
    North Bay, Ontario P1B 4H3
    Jonathan Yapp
  • North Bay

    Ideal for low-budget productions or test shoots, this media group offers prosumer-level video and sound gear at affordable rates.

    150 Main Street East
    North Bay, Ontario
  • North Bay

    Are you looking for a picture car? Let our team help you get the car you need when you need it. We have everything, Antiques, police cars, boats, ATVs, trucks, and period pieces.

    North Bay, Ontario
    Shelley Hall
  • North Bay

    Ontario Camera North stands as a premier provider of top-tier camera equipment and solutions, catering to the evolving needs of the media production industry. Fueled by a reputation for quality and a steadfast focus on technological advancement, Ontario Camera North plays an instrumental role in facilitating extraordinary visual experiences.

    259 Worthington Street West, Suit 204
    North Bay, Ontario P1B 3B5
    Dan George
  • North Bay

    Rolling Thunder has the experience and equipment to make your vision come to life. Atmosphere, Fog, Smoke, Wind, Dry Ice, Rain & Water FX, Steam, Fire, Pyrotechnics, Snow, Rigging, Fabrication and much more…

    1753 Seymour St.
    North Bay, Ontario P1A 0C6
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