Burlington welcomes film productions
The City of Burlington has many unique filming locations that are ideal for film and television productions. These locations have attracted a number of productions, including:
- Wedding SOS
- Music Man
- X-MEN
- Duct Tape Forever
- New Blood
- Burn My Mortgage
- When Night Is Falling
- Save Us From Our House!
- Bless this Child
- Wonderfalls
Burlington's Filming Policy provides a framework for all filming in Burlington. It was created to ensure the safety and consideration of residents, business people and motorists during location shooting. Please note, a valid permit issued by the City of Burlington is required for a location shoot in the city.
When to apply
- You must apply at least 10 business days before you plan to begin filming.
- You must apply at least 30 days in advance if the filming:
- involves a road closure
- includes hazardous activity
Apply for a Filming Permit
To apply for a Filming Permit, you must:
- Contact the Festivals and Events office to learn about the application process and the city's rules and regulations for filming including the requirement for Neighbourhood Consent.
- Review the Film Permit Process
- Submit the following:
- Filming Permit application form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Notification letter as per requirements
- Consent to Film
To learn more about taking professional group photos or wedding photos in one of our parks, please visit the Group Photography in Burlington page.