Articles Tagged ‘Corus’

Corus optimistic despite decreased revenues

The media company reported its year-end financial results today, along with news that it has extended its debt agreement into March 2025.

Corus announces original programming for its new channels

Home Network and Flavour Network will replace WBD’s HGTV and Food Network brands.

Corus launches new lifestyle channels Home, Flavour

The new brands will take the place of HGTV Canada and Food Network Canada.

Corus Entertainment strikes new amendment to debt repayment plan

The current deal also includes requirements to use any excess cash to repay outstanding balances on the debt

Slice adds 173 hours of fall programming after losing WBD rights

The lineup includes licensed shows from Paramount, AMC Networks’ We TV and Lionsgate.

Slice is now the exclusive broadcast home of The Daily Show

The series will also be available to stream on both StackTV and Paramount+ in Canada as of September.

Corus files complaint to CRTC over Rogers’ Disney, WBD deals

Corus Entertainment is alleging that Rogers has given itself undue preference after adding the Disney+ ad tier to its existing plans.

Corus adds Barb McKergow to leadership team as Greg McLelland departs

The company confirmed the role of EVP and chief revenue officer has been eliminated amid ongoing layoffs.

Corus to cut workforce by 25% in business right-sizing plan

Co-CEO John Gossling confirmed the layoffs, as well as radio and TV channel cuts, in a call with investors on the company’s Q3 performance.

Corus cancels Big Brother Canada after 12 seasons

The reality competition series would not be renewed for an additional season.

Corus Entertainment’s Doug Murphy exits after 21 years with the company

Troy Reeb, previously EVP of networks and content, and CFO John Gossling will be the new co-CEOs.

Warner Bros. Discovery to end Corus content, trademark deals

Rogers will be picking up brands like HGTV Canada and Food Network Canada, along with brands currently held by Bell.

All Corus channels are now available through Eastlink

The Corus-owned channels were originally dropped from the cable provider last June.

Upfronts 2024: Corus is guided by stars

Kathy Bates, Eddie Redmayne and Colin Firth are among the celebrities bringing drama to Global and StackTV.

iHeartRadio partners with Corus to add 39 radio stations

The addition allows the audio platform to offer listeners more format choices among thousands of radio stations, playlists and podcasts.