Kelly Townsend
BCE reports media revenue dip in Q3
The decline in ad sales and subscriber revenues was offset by continued growth for Crave and sports streamers.
Corus board approves plan to reduce debt via recapitalization
Proposal would put Corus under a new ownership group, with more than $500 million cut from its current debt.
Corus revenue falls 14% in Q4 with further ad declines
The company also reported an increase on the cap to its credit facility.
CBC goes to court to keep Gem paid subscriber numbers private
The move follows an August order from the Information Commissioner of Canada to disclose the figure.
YouTube’s head of Canada to depart
Andrew Peterson will remain with the company in a New York-based position in the new year.
Numeris rolls out video measurement tool nationally
VAM combines linear and digital audience data, with more than 95% of platforms in Canada captured.
Crave acquires streaming rights to Jeopardy!, Wheel of Fortune
New episodes will be available to stream starting Sept. 9 thanks to a deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment Canada.
Blue Ant Media issues 1st earnings results since going public
The company reported a 7% increase in revenue in Q3, supported by growth in global advertising.
Sony Pictures Entertainment Canada inks content deal with Tubi
The agreement adds more than 130 films and TV episodes to the FAST channel’s content library in Canada.
Film distributors ask CRTC for feature presales incentive
Commissioners also heard arguments for increased fair market access for BDU competitors like Telus and Eastlink
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.
