Did you know that there is a lot of filming done in Richmond Hill?

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The David Dunlap Observatory (DDO) and the Fire and Emergency Services Fire Training Tower has made Richmond Hill a popular choice for a wide range of film, television and advertising production. Other public spaces and private residences have also made the cut!

Do you recognize these: 

  • American Gods
  • Baroness Von Sketch
  • Christmas Wedding Planner
  • Darren
  • Dino Dana
  • Falling Water
  • In the Shadow of the Moon
  • Kleenex
  • Knorr
  • Odd Squad
  • The Good Witch
  • The October Faction
  • The Umbrella Academy
  • Where to I Do?

 And a Swiss Chalet commercial filmed at the Richmond Green Skate Trail  last year.

The City has developed an online Film Story Map that highlights unique film locations as well as previous productions that have filmed in the city. 
 
After a hiatus for public and staff safety due to COVID-19 the City is once again accepting film permit applications.