Television
ICYMI: Telelatino opens up access and more
Plus, Pelmorex lends a hand through tech, and the Canadian production community is assessing the status of shows so far.
The NHL reveals its content plans going forward
Social content, classic games and e-sports are all part of the league’s programming strategy.
Up(fronts) in the air
Most Canadian networks have not yet decided the fates of their Upfronts — but the issue is raising age-old questions about the relevance of the events.
Could another Raptors run give TV a shot in the arm?
TSN and Sportsnet have found a temporary solution to fill 24 nights of primetime slots. Is it enough?
CBC News Network adopts a new (temporary) model
Local feeds will be replaced with coverage from CBC News Network and The National.
Top viewed shows stay steady: Numeris
Classics like Survivor and Grey’s fared well in the top five, but nothing can touch The Good Doctor.
If not sports, then what?
Sports broadcasts are now off the table. With most of the major sports skewing male, what are the best strategies for reaching this audience amidst big changes?
What measures media companies and telcos are taking amidst a crisis
Data overages are dropping, publisher paywalls are being pulled back and more.
ICYMI: Comscore partners with Twitch
Plus, Food Network Canada is set to premiere a new original featuring the chefs of tomorrow, and Schitt’s Creek says good-bye.
The latest in cancellations: Sports, U.S. Upfronts and more
As businesses and bodies take measures against COVID-19, the media and entertainment industries have made significant changes.
TV providers lost a combined 278,000 subscribers last year (report)
Ottawa-based Boon Dog has found that service providers are losing pace with household growth.
What the NBA’s suspension could mean for advertisers
As the NHL still has yet to make a decision on the remainder of the season, there are several scenarios that could play out with advertisers.
The Good Doctor grows its audience: Numeris
Medical dramas were on top, with Grey’s closely following The Good Doctor.
First Choice Haircutters ups its sponsorship spend with Big Brother Canada
In what the brand describes as its largest integration effort to date, it will have a physical presence in the reality show house while also sponsoring closed-captioning and 30-second broadcast spots.
Inside 1-800-GOT-JUNK’s latest TV integration
The homegrown Canadian brand attached itself to the revival season of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition to extend its feel-good brand image.
