Articles Tagged ‘Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’

Film distributors ask CRTC for feature presales incentive

Commissioners also heard arguments for increased fair market access for BDU competitors like Telus and Eastlink

CRTC hearings: Old regulatory models stifle innovation, Google argues

Plus, Corus, Rogers and Bell make their cases during the first week of hearings.

Corus, Rogers talk commercial disputes at CRTC hearing

Rogers is seeking less regulatory burden, but Corus has argued that regulation is needed in a transitional time for the sector.

Bell defends commercial interests of BDUs at CRTC hearing

The proceeding around market dynamics in the broadcasting system kicked off with talks on conflict resolution and barriers for indie players.

Google urges ‘restraint’ in CRTC’s online regulation

Plus, APTN raised concerns about the level of collaboration within the Canadian media industry.

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.

TV sector stakeholders react to CRTC’s directive on C-11

The Canadian Association of Broadcasters and other organizations responded positively to the government’s directive to the CRTC this week.

Pascale St-Onge

Canadian Heritage issues final policy direction to CRTC

Ahead of a series of hearings to address outstanding issues around Bill C-11, the government has outlined priorities for the regulator to address.