If The Last of Us is anything to go by, communities like Lethbridge could see a major economic boost from film and TV projects.

That is why the City of Lethbridge and Economic Development Lethbridge have teamed up to launch Screen Lethbridge.

Ismail Okasha, Film Services Support at the City of Lethbridge, says he eventually wants to attract major blockbusters.

“Starting, honestly, I think it’s a major focus to encourage local filmmakers to start making their own projects,” says Okasha. “I think Lethbridge thrives with its culture and its arts, and there’s a lot of conversations with the University of Lethbridge as well to encourage students and local filmmakers to start. That way, we at least have a basis and something these bigger productions can see.”

Okasha explains that he has spen

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