Film Industry

Film industry opportunities at the Port

Train on Pier 10From prosperous port lands to breathtaking harbour views from heritage to modern structures, from mills to marinas, the Port of Hamilton offers a diversity of settings sure to capture your imagination. In addition to a change of scenery, our location offers a premier film-friendly environment complete with private controlled roadways, rail access and plenty of open land. Heritage buildings constructed in the early 1900's provide an ideal backdrop for historical productions.


Pier 10The Port of Hamilton is proud to boast that it is the most sought-after film location in the city.

The Port of Hamilton offers a well-established industrial core that provides an ideal location for film settings.

Pier 15 offers access to the heart of Hamilton's heaviest industrial setting. Click here for more information on Pier 15.

Recreate the Past

1950's on Pier 10 Heritage buildings constructed in the early 1900's provide ideal locations for historical productions. 1950's on Pier 10
1950's on Pier 10 The Hamilton Port Authority maintains historical records, including many photographs, dating back to the early 1900's. These depict the day-to-day operations of the port at that time. 1950's on Pier 10

For higher resolution versions of theses images or to request other images, please contact Maureen Eaton at 905-525-4330 ext 250.

PDF Document View a PDF version of an advertisement of the Port Authority's film opportunities (69KB Adobe PDF file).

Web links

  • The City of Hamilton operates the Hamilton Film & Television Office, providing services and assistance to the film and television industries. Visit the Film and Television Office web page within the City of Hamilton's new Economic Development web site. (Opens within a new window)