Television
More sports back this weekend as F1 returns to TSN
The coverage will be multi-platform and include French-language coverage on RDS.
AGT stays hot, but the summer TV lull looms: Numeris
While the competition powerhouse remains a favourite, some markets opt for news and reruns.
Major League Soccer is back (and so are brands)
TSN will broadcast 54 matches between July and August.
How brands can plan with no fans in the stands
Diamond Marketing Group’s Mike Smith on how brands have to approach negotiations in the new normal.
Doug Murphy on Peacock deal, StackTV growth and more
The Corus president and CEO said the company’s IP ownership and sales strategy has ramped up during the pandemic.
Four sponsors sashay into Drag Race Canada
The Crave original will include sponsored prizes and extended online series.
Corus revenue down 24%, radio revenues cut in half
Despite engaged audiences, solid subscription revenue and increased interest in its digital product, TV revenues dropped by 21%.
NLogic and TVBeat partner on inventory service
The new software will allow broadcasters to organize their inventory and report on campaigns faster.
Bell Media adds linear attribution to SAM buying system
The change will allow SAM to become a broader 360-degree tool.
America’s Got Talent tops the charts: Numeris
The summertime lull continues, but AGT managed to grow its national audience.
CTV locks in fall schedule
In addition to new pick ups such as B Positive and Supermarket Sweep, the network confirmed that Jann‘s sophomore season will debut this fall.
Corus unveils Global, specialty pickups
Despite filming restrictions and cancellations, several new and returning dramas have found a place on the schedule.
Rogers Sports & Media explains its sporty shift
One new original series will come to Citytv this fall, but the media giant’s primary focus is on monetizing its audience of sports fans.
Broadcasters join forces on advanced audience segments
The new initiative will allow advertisers to plan targeted campaigns with granular segments that translate across every broadcaster.
Citytv renews Hudson & Rex for season three
Production on the canine-police procedural is scheduled to begin next month.
