Hollywood writers strike sparks uncertainty for Canadian television crews

Upon learning that a threatened Hollywood writers strike had indeed become reality, Vancouver costume designer Patti Henderson gave her department bracing advice: "Please don't go out and buy new cars ... No new clothes. Really, really be cautious about what you're spending." Last week's decision by the Writers Guild of America to drop their pens for picket signs sparked immediate uncertainty over the status of current and upcoming U.S.-based productions shot in Canada, with Henderson noting a p