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Corus revenue down in Q1, but advertising rebound continues
The media company also said it now has 400,000 paying subscribers across digital offerings.
Sweeping executive layoffs hit Bell Media
The head of the company’s content production studios are among the departures that come as its new president steps in.
Cineplex revenue down 85% in Q3
Revenue fell to $61 million in Q3, compared with $418.4 million a year ago, but a backlog of tentpole features and the potential of a vaccine is cause for optimism, said CEO Ellis Jacob.
Heritage minister proposes bill to regulate OTTs
If passed, the proposed amendments to the Broadcasting Act will see vast amounts of new money flowing through the funding system.
Tumbling ad revenue hits Corus Entertainment’s financial results
TV revenue for the most recent quarter fell 13% to $299.1 million as advertising revenue plummeted by 25%.
A decade of seismic change: Netflix Canada turns 10
To mark the milestone, MiC sister publication Playback went back into the archives to chart some of the biggest stories involving the streaming giant.
Cineplex reopens all Canadian theatres
Following the release of The SpongeBob Movie and Unhinged last week, Tenet lands in Cineplex theatres Aug. 27, a week ahead of the U.S.
Cineworld, home streaming and more: the takeaways from Cineplex’s Q2
Prinicipal Ellis Jacob weighed in on shortening the theatrical window, Disney’s decision to go digital with Mulan and provided an update on the Cineworld lawsuit.
Cineplex revenue plummets 95% as cinema closures hit Q2
While the exhibitor made efforts to curtail costs, it said it has experienced a cash burn of approximately $18 million per month since the onset of the pandemic.
Big Brother Canada coming back for more
Series host Arisa Cox has also taken on a larger role as an executive producer, tasked with increasing BIPOC representation across the board.
Cineplex seeks more than $2.18B in damages against Cineworld
Following the collapse of their proposed mega-deal, the Canadian exhibitor filed its claim in an Ontario court on Friday, with Cineworld subsequently making a counter-claim.
Cineplex to explore financing options, asset sales as Q1 revenue tumbles
Following the collapse of its $2.8-billion takeover by Cineworld Group, Cineplex said it is exploring financing options including the sale of assets.
Doug Murphy on Peacock deal, StackTV growth and more
The Corus president and CEO said the company’s IP ownership and sales strategy has ramped up during the pandemic.
Cineplex-Cineworld deal falls apart, legal battle underway
Cineworld said it is pulling the plug on the deal because Cineplex breached agreement terms, while Cineplex said the allegations represent “buyer’s remorse.”
Cineplex delays Q1, says Cineworld ‘remains committed’ to deal
The Canadian exhibitor said both parties are working to bring the mega-deal to fruition by June 30.
