Kelly Townsend
CRTC dismisses Bell complaint against Videotron
Bell alleged that Videotron was in non-compliance with the digital media exemption order due to HVOD Vrai’s lower price point for Videotron subscribers and accessibility concerns.
Upfronts 2022: Dramas fill up Bell Media’s CTV and specialty acquisitions
The lineup includes a spin-off of The Rookie and new titles starring Amanda Warren, Jimmy Smits and Oscar winner Hilary Swank.
Bell files complaint against Videotron to CRTC
The company alleges that Videotron has given itself “de facto exclusivity” on streaming service Vrai by making it cheaper and more accessible to its own subscribers.
How Canada’s broadcasters are honouring truth and reconciliation
Producers and programmers discuss pulling together projects such as the multi-network special National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in time for Sept. 30.
Corus unveils 35 greenlights, renewals for lifestyle, factual, kids
The broadcaster kicks off Canadian upfronts with new and renewed series for its channels HGTV Canada, HISTORY, Food Network Canada, Adult Swim, YTV and Treehouse.
Blue Ant Media to launch BBC First in Canada
The addition of BBC shows to HIFI’s most popular broadcasts is expected to broaden the audience for the rebranded channel.
Bell Media consolidates in-house prodcos amid more layoffs
The new wave of layoffs continues as the company reports a 14.5% decrease in revenue year-over-year.
Blue Ant reveals new lineup of original programming
The lineup includes co-productions with APTN and original commissions across Cottage Life, T+E, Love Nature and Smithsonian.
Gave Lindo to lead TikTok’s Canadian content strategy
The former CBC exec will lead the platform’s strategy and operations in Canada.
Cineplex responds to temporary cinema closures in Ontario
CEO Ellis Jacob says there has been no evidence of COVID-19 spread at its theatres.
Baroness von Sketch Show to end after five seasons
The CBC sketch comedy stars and co-creators released a joint statement on the decision to end the series with its fifth and final season, set to air this fall.
‘Stronger Together’ breaks Canadian ratings record
Roughly one-third of Canadians watched some part of the 90-minute COVID-19 charity special produced by Insight Productions, Bell Media and CBC.
Corus launches new TV app with ad opportunities
All of Corus’ channels will come together under one umbrella, with some content made free to view.
CRTC begins interventions for Bell Media/V deal
Quebecor is holding firm in its stance against the acquisition.
Cineplex go-shop ends; Cineworld one step closer to acquiring
Shareholders are prepared to meet on Feb. 11 to vote on the transaction valued at $2.8 billion.
