Hallmark Channel Series - Chesapeake Shores Set To Begin

April 29 2016

Based on Sherryl Woods? novels, Chesapeake Shores is a multi-generational family drama starring Jesse Metcalfe (Desperate Housewives), Meghan Ory (Once Upon A Time), Treat Williams (Everwood) and Diane Ladd (Wild At Heart) is set to begin filming in the Qualicum Beach / Parksville area.
Vancouver Island North Film Commission (INfilm) has been working closely with the production team to identify locations and production logistics.

?The production will begin filming May16th running through to July 28th confirms regional film commissioner? Joan Miller. ?We are very pleased the production chose our region as the background for the television series, the benefits will reach far outside the filming locations. Thousands of rooms nights, restaurants, equipment rentals, extras, local hire and local locations will be sourced throughout the region. The economic impact will be felt from Nanaimo north to Campbell River.?

Three extras casting calls have been scheduled around the region for the May 3rd, 4th and 5th offering opportunities to everyone within the area to try out. Additionally a Motion Picture Orientation Workshop is scheduled for Parksville the weekend of May 14th & 15th.

Details for the casting can be found at www.chesapeakeextrasvi.com Contact : Carrow Kaese Casting ckcasting@shaw.ca

Information and Registration for the Motion Picture Orientation Registration can be found online at https://www.picatic.com/event14617961638767

Contact Vancouver Island North Film Commission film.info@infilm.ca or 250 287 2772. Most of the film labour organizations in British Columbia require completion of this course as a prerequisite for work. Please note that this course is offered as an educational tool and does not guarantee employment.