Schulich Alumni Earn Canadian Screen Award Nominations Across Film and Television
Schulich alumni are once again being recognized for their impact on Canada’s entertainment industry, earning nominations at this year’s Canadian Screen Awards across film, animation and reality television.
Vince Commisso (MBA ’92, BAS ’88, BA ’86) earned nominations in two children’s programming categories. Wild Kratts was nominated for Best Animated Program or Series, while Let’s Go, Bananas! received a nomination for Best Pre-School Program or Series. Commisso has long been a driving force in Canadian animation and children’s entertainment, helping to create educational and engaging content enjoyed by audiences around the world.
Luc Déry (MBA ’92) received a nomination for Lovely Day | Mille secrets mille dangers in the Best Motion Picture category. A celebrated producer in Canadian cinema, Déry is known for supporting compelling and critically acclaimed storytelling that has helped elevate Canadian film on the international stage.
Laura Michalchyshyn (MBA ’93) was also recognized through a nomination for Canada’s Drag Race in the Best Reality/Competition Program or Series category. Throughout her career, Michalchyshyn has helped shape innovative and internationally successful television programming, with a focus on original content and diverse storytelling.
Presented annually by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television, the Canadian Screen Awards celebrate excellence in Canadian film, television and digital media production. This year’s nominations underscore the breadth of talent within the Schulich alumni community and the influential role graduates continue to play in shaping Canada’s creative and cultural industries.
