Articles Tagged ‘CBC’

Donald Lizotte to take the reins at CBC Media Solutions

The longtime media veteran will hop from Quebecor to CBC, officially replacing longtime CRO Jean Mongeau.

Mongeau to leave CBC

The GM and CRO of the pubcaster’s media solutions will depart in early 2020 to pursue outside opportunities.

ICYMI: The Current gives Matt Galloway the mic, Raptors break records

Plus, Refinery29 makes editorial moves under the Vice banner.

Record numbers of viewers tune into election night coverage

CTV the most-watched linear broadcast of the night while digital platforms draw millions across all major networks.

A roundup of Election Night 2019 coverage

MiC breaks down the coverage planned from Canada’s four major broadcasters including linear, digital and radio broadcasts.

CBC goes all-in on audio with new app

CBC Listen will include access to live radio, playlists and podcasts.

Liberals highlight digital media taxes in election platform

The mandate also includes strengthening the regional mandate of CBC/Radio-Canada.

Desjardins, Canadian Tire join Dragons’ Den sponsor roster

Desjardins will use the integration to promote its new GoodSpark platform, while Canadian Tire will position itself as an innovator.

ICYMI: Politics trend in the podcast world, Google grows in Kitchener

Plus, YouTube launches a Fashion channel with style content creators, industry collaborations and inside access.

Dynamic insertion: The next podcast frontier?

CBC has tapped Triton Digital to manage and dynamically insert ads. But could the indie appeal of podcasts get lost in the shuffle?

Can podcasts translate to the small screen?

CBC is hoping the podcast trend translates into TV viewing.

Radio-Canada names Dany Meloul as GM, television

Meloul will succeed outgoing GM Dominique Chaloult, who will depart the French-language pubcaster on Nov. 1.

CBC firms up fall schedule

Battle of the Blades is slated for a September return, while Family Feud Canada will hit screens four nights a week starting mid-December.

CBC doubles down on kids and youth programming

The slate includes U.K. drama My Mad Fat Diary.

ICYMI: Twitter adds ‘Vote’ emoji, Ransom cancelled

Plus, CBC announces the cast of Fortunate Son.