Articles Tagged ‘CBC’

CBC announces new spring and summer podcast lineup
From one of the biggest mining frauds to the most powerful man in India, the new titles cover a wide range of topics.

CBC offers 40+ hours of World Figure Skating coverage
It is the first competition to be held in Canada in more than a decade, following the one in London in 2013.

CBC looks to pique millennials’ curiosity with new campaign
The broadcaster aims to reach out to young audiences and attract them to its entertainment offering.

After disappointing Q4, Bell is cutting 4,800 jobs, selling off radio stations
The telecom and media company saw a more than 20% decrease in revenue.

CBC launches National Indigenous Strategy
The creation of a new Indigenous Office will implement the public broadcaster’s Strengthening Relations, Walking Together strategy.

CBC launches ad-supported podcasts to target local communities
Hosted by CBC journalists, the episodes include stories from cities such as Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton.

Monday Moves: changes at TFO, Corus and OverActive Media
Lisa Godfrey, senior vice president of original programming and Corus Studios, will be stepping down after a 24-year tenure with the company.

Broadcasters reveal top-rated Canadian shows for 2023
CTV’s Sullivan’s Crossing emerged as the top-rated Canadian drama, while The Amazing Race Canada maintained its lead in unscripted.

Media giants and media buyers dive into the proliferation of ad tiers
In this state of the union feature, we look at how the golden age of stream-vertising is coming to life across entertainment platforms.

Susan Marjetti retires as GM at CBC News, Brodie Fenlon steps into the role
The CBC veteran oversaw the return of the Junos as well as the launch of the CBC Listen Platform and CBC Podcasts.

CBC unveils its winter 2024 lineup
Under the shadow of budget cuts and layoffs, the broadcaster releases its new and returning series and features for the season ahead.

CBC/Radio-Canada to cut 600 jobs, reduce content spend
The cuts include a $40 million reduction in commissions and acquisitions, which the pubcaster said will reduce the number of new series and renewals in 2024-25.

Spotted! Dior decks the Distillery’s halls
The luxury brand’s second annual activation in the Toronto destination sees it up the glitz factor with a 56-foot, carousal-bedecked tree.

CBC launches comedy FAST channel
CBC Comedy joins CBC News Explore in the pubcaster’s ad-supported streaming lineup.

Videotron, CBC and Gusto enter new partnerships
Platform news you may have missed, from podcast adaptations to reality TV integrations.