The Government of Prince Edward Island announced its largest investment to date in the local film industry through a partnership with Netflix, immediately injecting economic returns across PEI and providing an expanded international reach to showcase the Island.

Robin Neinstein Netflix Canada; Premier Rob Lantz; Minister of Economic Development, Trade and AI Jenn Redmond; Minister of Workforce and Advanced Learning Zack Bell  

Through PEI's Film Production Fund, the province is investing $5 million in the production of Netflix's highly anticipated series This Summer Will be Different, based on the New York Times bestselling novel by Carley Fortune. This financial support will help grow the Island's film industry through job creation, workforce development opportunities, and global exposure of PEI products, talent, and natural landscapes. 

Current PEI film professionals and prospective new entrants to the sector will have the opportunity to take part in this project through new employment and on the job training activities. Local businesses and residents interested in offering their services, as vendors, crew members or appearing as background actors can contact Innovation PEI for additional information.

Production of Netflix's ten-episode series is expected to begin in the coming weeks

Quotes: 

"Our partnership with global powerhouse Netflix is a transformational milestone for PEI's arts and creative industry. It clearly demonstrates that our small province can be a strategic destination for world-class production projects. Our investment today is a clear commitment to not only creating jobs, and strengthening industries, but also showing confidence that our Island is ready to seize the right opportunity to grow and diversify, on and off screen."

- Premier of Prince Edward Island Rob Lantz

"Carley Fortune's bestseller is a love letter to the Island, and working with Netflix on this important joint venture is our way of returning that sentiment by investing in our people and province. PEI's creative sector is full of potential and ready for opportunity. By bringing a global production of this scale to our red shores, we are making a strategic and definitive decision to grow a healthy, diversified economy. Millions of dollars will be injected into the local economy, jobs will be created, and our high-quality agriculture, seafood products, and incredible coastal landscapes will be featured to millions of screens across the world. All eyes will be on us as the go-to destination for business and leisure alike." 

- Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Artificial Intelligence Jenn Redmond 

"PEI has some of the greatest creative talent, and the opportunity to work on such a large-scale, high production project with Netflix will give those wanting to pursue a career in television and film the chance to get hands-on experience. Our government is proud to create these opportunities to help residents find employment in a field they feel passionate about." 

- Minister of Workforce and Advanced Learning Zack Bell

"This book features one of our most important economic drivers, our oyster industry. While this industry is going through a challenging time right now, the people in the industry are resilient and are showing real grit and perseverance as they work to come back on the other side. This series will give the industry and our province a unique opportunity to show how confident we are that PEI oysters will always be a hallmark feature of who Islanders are and what our province can deliver for the world."

- Minister of Fisheries, Rural Development and Tourism Ernie Hudson

"When we decided to move forward with this series we knew without a doubt that we had to film on Prince Edward Island; there is simply no substitute for this beautiful place. We deeply appreciate the government's support and recognition of the cultural and economic impact of film and television production."

- Robin Neinstein, Director, Production Management, Netflix Canada

"We're thrilled to be filming Carley Fortune's indelible Prince Edward Island story in locations that inspired the book.  We look forward to collaborating with PEI's stellar creative talent, business owners, residents and public institutions to create a series we hope will introduce even more of the world to the beauty of the province."

- Elise Cousineau, Executive Producer & Executive Vice-President, English Scripted Content, Sphere Media

Quick facts:

• PEI Film Fund has supported over 30 projects since its inception, with a total investment of $7.36M
• Netflix has over 300 million members globally and nearly 65 per cent of members watched Canadian content in 2025
• Sphere Canada has produced over 600 hours of French and English content annually across more than 90 series.