Kelly Townsend
CRTC hearings: Old regulatory models stifle innovation, Google argues
Plus, Corus, Rogers and Bell make their cases during the first week of hearings.
Corus, Rogers talk commercial disputes at CRTC hearing
Rogers is seeking less regulatory burden, but Corus has argued that regulation is needed in a transitional time for the sector.
Bell defends commercial interests of BDUs at CRTC hearing
The proceeding around market dynamics in the broadcasting system kicked off with talks on conflict resolution and barriers for indie players.
Google urges ‘restraint’ in CRTC’s online regulation
Plus, APTN raised concerns about the level of collaboration within the Canadian media industry.
CBC’s new head on pubcaster’s role amid political turbulence
Marie-Philippe Bouchard sees opportunity in the present chaos.
Rogers, Corus in dispute over channel packaging, realignment
Rogers has filed to appeal a decision from the CRTC to prevent it from moving Corus channels Home and Flavour.
CRTC launches consultations on Canadian programming
The long-awaited consultations on the definition of Canadian content have opened.
Bell Media rebrands Discovery and Investigation Discovery
The broadcaster has inked a deal with NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution for USA Network and Oxygen True Crime to replace the channels.
TV5 CEO is frontrunner to lead CBC/Radio-Canada, say reports
Though the decision hasn’t been finalized, multiple outlets have reported Marie-Philippe Bouchard will take the top job at the national pubcaster.
Bell Media extends Warner Bros. Discovery deal, settles dispute
The expanded deal includes a coproduction agreement to develop original Canadian content.
Corus launches new lifestyle channels Home, Flavour
The new brands will take the place of HGTV Canada and Food Network Canada.
Mark Shopiro upped to head of Prime Video in Canada
The promotion is part of a reorganization of the platform’s Canadian, Australian and New Zealand teams.
Slice is now the exclusive broadcast home of The Daily Show
The series will also be available to stream on both StackTV and Paramount+ in Canada as of September.
Corus files complaint to CRTC over Rogers’ Disney, WBD deals
Corus Entertainment is alleging that Rogers has given itself undue preference after adding the Disney+ ad tier to its existing plans.
Quebecor reports media revenue increase for Q2
The telecom company reported an overall revenue of $1.39 billion for the quarter.
