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Quebecor reports media revenue increase for Q2
The telecom company reported an overall revenue of $1.39 billion for the quarter.
Corus adds Barb McKergow to leadership team as Greg McLelland departs
The company confirmed the role of EVP and chief revenue officer has been eliminated amid ongoing layoffs.
Rogers reports 7% increase in media revenue for Q2
Rogers Communications saw an overall revenue increase of 1% for the quarter, coming to $5.09 billion.
Corus to cut workforce by 25% in business right-sizing plan
Co-CEO John Gossling confirmed the layoffs, as well as radio and TV channel cuts, in a call with investors on the company’s Q3 performance.
Tim Hortons musical picked up by Crave
Bell Media Studios has produced a filmed version of the Toronto stage production.
Streamers take CRTC to court over directive to contribute to local news
The organization representing streamers such as Netflix and Pluto TV has filed a leave to appeal and a judicial review with the Federal Court of Appeal.
Bell Media seeking injunction, damages in Rogers, WBD deal
The company is seeking an injunction and damages against Warner Bros. Discovery and Rogers Sports & Media.
Corus cancels Big Brother Canada after 12 seasons
The reality competition series would not be renewed for an additional season.
ZoomerMedia buys Mobile Syrup from Blue Ant Media
The tech site is the latest acquisition for the multi-platform media company, which has been expanding its reach.
CRTC begins consultations on broadcasting accessibility
Feedback on closed captioning, described video and audio description will help the CRTC form policies on accessibility for broadcasters and streaming services.
CRTC sets 5% base contributions for foreign-owned streamers
The funds will be distributed to targeted areas of interest and are expected to generate $200 million in additional support for Canada’s broadcasting system.
Upfronts 2024: Citytv rounds out its fall schedule with acquisitions
The Golden Bachelorette and Brilliant Minds lead Citytv’s fall primetime schedule, with Stags set as a Citytv+ exclusive.
CRTC approves APTN proposal to consolidate feeds, increase rate
The change will see the creation of APTN Languages, a channel dedicated to Indigenous-language programming.
Bell Media president Sean Cohan on his global growth plans
Cohan discusses his vision for Bell Media amid a turbulent time for the global media sector.
After disappointing Q4, Bell is cutting 4,800 jobs, selling off radio stations
The telecom and media company saw a more than 20% decrease in revenue.
