Matista Studio

Original IP.
Lasting Legacy.

We develop and produce original stories that the world needs to see: documentary, narrative, and series rooted in culture, history, and truth.

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Active Projects

Stories in production
and development.

DOCUMENTARY · ACTIVE PRODUCTION

Building Belonging

The story of Hogan's Alley Society's fight to rebuild Black-led housing and community infrastructure in Vancouver's historic Black neighbourhood. Active production with committed institutional partner. Natural fit for CBC Docs, POV, and streaming platforms.

NARRATIVE FEATURE · DEVELOPMENT

Hunting for John Horse

A present-day Afro-Indigenous filmmaker investigating a forgotten Seminole leader becomes entangled across time with John Horse himself, as both race through borders and records to reclaim an identity history tried to erase.

DOCUMENTARY SERIES · DEVELOPMENT

Since Before 1492

An exploration of Indigenous presence, resistance, and cultural continuity across the Americas. Currently in early development with community consultation underway.

ORIGINAL SERIES · DEVELOPMENT

AIIEFY

Original series in development. Details available to qualified partners and co-producers under NDA.

The BC Advantage

35–40% production tax credits. Stacked.

All certified Matista Studio productions qualify for British Columbia's combined film tax credit stack, significantly reducing investor risk and improving project economics.

  • → BC Production Services Tax Credit (PSTC): 28% of eligible BC labour
  • → Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit (CPTC): 25% of eligible Canadian labour
  • → Combined effective rate: 35–40%+

Partnership Options

How to work with Matista Studio.

  • Co-Production

    Share development and production costs in exchange for rights, revenue participation, and distribution access.

  • Equity Investment

    Private placement available via NI 45-106. 20% net film IP revenue participation + 8% preferred return. Full offering memorandum available.

  • Broadcaster / Platform Pre-Sales

    Acquisition and licensing discussions welcome for Building Belonging and the development slate.

  • Brand Integration

    Authentic brand integration and sponsored content within documentary and original programming.

Partner With Us

Let's build something
that lasts.

Whether you're an investor, broadcaster, co-producer, or brand, reach out and we'll send the right materials for your interest.