Erica Leendertse

Erica Leendertse is a producer and writer with over 20 years of experience in documentary film and television. Since joining Fathom Film Group in 2011, she has produced documentaries and series for Canadian and international broadcasters, including CBC, TVO, ARTE and Bell Media. Her credits include the Canadian Screen Award-winning The Defector: Escape from North Korea, Smart Drugs, The Superfood Chain, Dangerous Games: Roblox and the Metaverse Exposed and A.rtificial I.mmortality, the 2021 Hot Docs Opening Night Film. Her recent projects include The Joy Division for ARTE and TVO, Queen of Canada for CBC, and The Loneliest Race for CBC, winner of the 2026 Canadian Screen Award for Best Documentary Program.