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Lighting Equipment Rental
Professional lighting packages for film, TV, and commercial production in Canada.
Lighting equipment rental gives productions access to professional-grade fixtures, controls, and accessories without long-term ownership costs. Rental houses maintain extensive inventories of LED, HMI, tungsten, and fluorescent units, along with dimming systems, cables, and distribution equipment for productions of any scale.
We facilitate lighting equipment rentals from vetted local suppliers, securing competitive rates and managing the logistics of delivery and return. Our team coordinates with your gaffer to ensure the right fixtures, accessories, and backup units arrive on time and in tested working condition.
Capabilities
Complete Lighting Solutions
From powerful HMI daylight to versatile LED and classic tungsten, we source lighting equipment that brings your creative vision to life.
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HMI Lighting
- ARRI M-Series (M18, M40, M90)
- Fresnel HMI units
- Par fixtures
- Electronic ballasts
- Daylight matching
Daylight Power
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LED Systems
- ARRI SkyPanel series
- Litepanels Gemini
- Aputure fixtures
- RGB & bi-color units
- Flexible LED mats
Modern Efficiency
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Tungsten Fixtures
- ARRI T-Series fresnels
- Source Four ellipsoidals
- Mole-Richardson units
- Practical fixtures
- Dimmer systems
Classic Warmth
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Grip & Control
- C-stands & combos
- Flags, nets & silks
- Frames & butterflies
- Grip arms & hardware
- Rigging systems
Light Control
On Location
Full LED, HMI, and tungsten lighting packages from William F. White, Sim Digital, and MELS Equipment across Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal
Here is how the work lines up. Lighting equipment rental in Canada is anchored by William F. White Global across Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Halifax, and Winnipeg as the IATSE-signatory national flagship; Sim Digital Toronto and Vancouver for the integrated camera-lighting packages tied to Marvel and Star Trek series; MELS Equipment in Montreal for the francophone Quebec spread and full-stage builds; the Pinewood Toronto stage lighting inventory; and Aves Camera Calgary and the Halifax IATSE 849 territory for the regional spread.
Across that network our team books the full LED, HMI, and tungsten stack a production actually loads on the truck — ARRI SkyPanel S30, S60, S120, and S360 sets, ARRI Orbiter LED with the full optic set, Litepanels Gemini 2x1 and 1x1 hard and soft, Aputure 600d Pro, 1200d Pro, Nova P600c, and Amaran 200d, Astera Titan Tubes, Helios, and AX1 PixelTubes for set-dressed RGB practical work, Quasar Q-LED tubes, Cineo HS3 and Maverick, Velvet Light Power 2, Kino Flo Diva-Lite, ARRI M-Series HMIs from M8 through M90, K5600 Joker 800, 1600, and 2500 par packs, Mole-Richardson 5K and 10K tungsten Seniors, and the full ARRI T-series fresnel range.
RGB tube fixtures sit at the centre of a real share of Canadian lighting orders — Vancouver night-exteriors (Stanley Park, Gastown, the False Creek seawall), Toronto laneway and Distillery District urban work, and the Quebec winter twilight in Old Montreal and Old Quebec all show up in the lighting plan with exact Astera Titan, Helios, and AX1 selections logged against scout stills before prep.
Power-delivery stocks pull alongside — Bates feeder, Socapex multi, distro boxes, dimmer racks, and the full DMX, sACN, and Art-Net board roster with the gaffer's control surface staged at prep — and generator pairing draws on Pramac, Multiquip, and SDMO whisper-quiet sets specced for cold-weather Quebec and Yukon block-heater operation.
Every package leaves the warehouse load-tested, with electronic ballasts cycled, LED fixtures colour-checked against the camera's white point, dimmer curves logged, and the full IATSE 873 (Toronto), 891 (Vancouver), and CST 514 (Montreal) electric pool brief shared so tie-ins, load calculations, and BC Hydro, Hydro-Québec, and Hydro Ottawa coordination land cleanly on day one of prep.
FAQ
Lighting Rental Expertise
What lighting equipment do you supply?
We source all professional lighting equipment including HMI (ARRI M-Series, Joker), LED (SkyPanel, Gemini, Aputure), tungsten (fresnels, practicals), and specialty fixtures. Complete grip packages with stands, flags, diffusion, and rigging. Power distribution and dimming systems available.
How far in advance should I book lighting equipment?
We recommend 2-3 weeks advance booking for standard packages. Large lighting packages or specialty equipment may require 4-6 weeks, especially during busy periods. Rush services available for urgent requirements.
Can you provide gaffers and lighting crew?
Yes, we can arrange complete lighting crews including gaffers, best boys, electricians, and rigging teams to work alongside your equipment package. Crews are experienced with the specific equipment in your rental.
Do you handle power requirements?
We coordinate complete power solutions including generator rental, distribution systems, tie-ins, and load calculations. Our team assesses power availability at your locations and recommends appropriate solutions.
What about lighting for specific locations in Canada?
We have extensive experience with Canada's diverse locations—from historic estates with limited power to remote exteriors requiring generator support. We design lighting packages appropriate for each location's challenges.
Can you provide specialty lighting equipment?
Yes, we source specialty lighting including balloon lights, Dino/Maxi fixtures, underwater lighting, architectural LED, and practical fixtures. We work with specialty rental houses across Canada to find specific equipment.
Related Services
Productions in Canada that need this often pair it with HMI & Tungsten Lights and Lighting Modifiers for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Power Equipment Rental and Camera Equipment Rental.
On Set
Need Lighting Equipment?
Tell us about your production and we'll design a lighting package for your creative vision.