Articles Tagged ‘CRTC’
CBC outlines ‘balancing act’ of linear and digital to CRTC
The public broadcaster is requesting its license be renewed for five years with less regulatory scrutiny of its digital content.
Heritage minister proposes bill to regulate OTTs
If passed, the proposed amendments to the Broadcasting Act will see vast amounts of new money flowing through the funding system.
Up to 50 radio stations could close this year: CAB
The association has applied to the CRTC for regulatory relief, but that is still under review.
CRTC postpones CBC hearing
All timelines on CRTC files are being reviewed, according to a CRTC spokesperson.
CRTC begins interventions for Bell Media/V deal
Quebecor is holding firm in its stance against the acquisition.
Supreme Court overturns CRTC’s Super Bowl simsub ban
Canada’s highest court ruled that the Commission “went beyond [its] power” by introducing the ban, which came into effect in 2017.
Corus’ request for CanCon flexibility met with opposition
The entertainment giant has asked the CRTC fo increase its maximum “under-expenditure” on Canadian programming, and some guilds are unhappy.
CRTC sets public hearing on V’s ownership change
Bell Media plans to acquire V and AVOD service Noovo.ca in a transaction valued at $25.2 million, with a tangible benefit package of around $2.5 million.
ICYMI: CRTC makes historic appointment, Snap launches more originals
Plus, WarnerMedia has launched a new HBO streaming platform in the U.S., and Spotify Lite launches across the globe.
Heritage response to “What We Heard” report hints at what’s next
Minister of Canadian Heritage Pablo Rodriguez said the government will require web giants to create Cancon and promote it on their platforms.
CBC revenue up in 2018 as private broadcasting slide continues: CRTC
Overall broadcasting revenues in Canada dipped by 1.2%, while CBC revenues jumped to $1.06 billion in its conventional TV business.
OMNI remains a must-carry: CRTC
After examining eight applications for a national multi-ethnic service, the commission said the Rogers-owned service best met its criteria.
CRTC won’t make exception for Leclerc Communications in Quebec
The commission has declared that Leclerc can purchase a new station in Quebec City, but cannot operate more than two at the same time.
Bell files $150M damages claim against Quebecor
Bell argues that Quebecor tried to damage its reputation through a series of misleading and defamatory statements.
CRTC orders TVA Sports back on for Bell customers
Quebecor said it would abide by the order but reiterated its stance that there is a “dramatic imbalance” in the royalties paid to specialty channels.
