Kelly Townsend
CRTC sets conditions for streamers under Broadcasting Act
Undertakings that meet the threshold are expected to register with the CRTC by Nov. 28.
RBC, TIFF respond to petition to end partnership
The petition has more than 200 signatories, including high-profile names such as Mark Ruffalo and Joaquin Phoenix.
TVO workers union sets strike position date for Friday
The Canadian Media Guild has scheduled a rally ahead of the deadline as it makes a stand over wage increases and contract workers.
WildBrain files complaint to CRTC against Bell over kids services
A heavily redacted application asks the regulator to determine whether services such as Family Channel have been given an undue disadvantage.
Bell Media digital subscribers offset ad revenue losses
The media co. earned $805 million in operating revenue for the second quarter of fiscal 2023, down 1.9% year-over-year.
TVO workers reject latest collective agreement offer
The Canadian Media Guild said 95.8% of members rejected the offer, but are still seeking to avoid a strike.
CRTC issues corrections to CBC/Radio-Canada licence
The changes are unrelated to the reconsideration process ordered by the federal government.
Bell Media grows originals slate to more than 1,000 hours
The broadcaster’s lineup includes a new Mary Berg talkshow and a very of The Traitors in both English and French.
Bell Media unveils acquisitions for 2023-24 lineup
Announced ahead of next week’s Upfronts, the slate includes a number of U.S. titles for CTV and two British series on specialty.
CBC/Radio-Canada launches three-year accessibility plan
“Breaking Barriers” includes seven objectives formed through consultations and the pubcaster’s responsibilities under the Accessible Canada Act.
CRTC proposes ‘flexible’ funding to modernize broadcasting
The Commission has begun consultations on the new Broadcasting Act, starting with the option to give broadcasters more choice about where their financial support goes.
CRTC sets consultation timeline following Bill C-11 passage
The three-phase regulatory plan is scheduled to begin this spring, starting with determining which broadcasters and online platforms will be regulated.
Online Streaming Act signed into law
Both the CRTC and Canadian Heritage will hold public consultations on how to implement the newly modernized Broadcasting Act.
Cineplex does not expect ‘material’ recovery of claim against Cineworld
The U.K. chain’s restructuring plans leave Cineplex doubtful that it will collect on the $1.24 billion awarded to it in 2021.
Online Streaming Act passes at House of Commons
Bill C-11 now heads to the Senate, which industry stakeholders are encouraging to move quickly on passing the regulations.
