Articles Tagged ‘History’

Corus unveils 35 greenlights, renewals for lifestyle, factual, kids

The broadcaster kicks off Canadian upfronts with new and renewed series for its channels HGTV Canada, HISTORY, Food Network Canada, Adult Swim, YTV and Treehouse.

Corus launches new TV app with ad opportunities

All of Corus’ channels will come together under one umbrella, with some content made free to view.

Upfronts ’19: Lineups for HGTV, Food Network Canada and more

Plus, the future of Adult Swim takes shape.

Vikings renewed for sixth season

Corus Entertainment’s History has ordered 20 additional episodes of the hit show.

Corus eyes VR with Vikings app launch

The show’s new VR experience will be available through mobile VR, which is currently the most popular delivery mechanism for the immersive medium.

ICYMI: History buzzes with Bud Dynasty, jobs saved at Vancouver Sun

In case you missed it: A banner year for The Walrus and L’Actualité, a new feature on Facebook messenger and new agreement for the Vancouver Sun.

History announces digital and linear Canada 150 titles

The Corus-owned specialty network has announced three new unscripted series, including the socially shareable Thank You Canada.

ICYMI: Josh Donaldson to make acting debut on History, Facebook dives into journalism

In case you missed it: History is hoping the Jays’ third-baseman is as popular on the small screen as he is on the field, Fido is delivering Viceland for free to its customers and Facebook is laying out more plans to curb fake news.

History’s Vikings renewed

The top-rated specialty drama will return in 2017 with a new star in its midst.

Vikings building momentum in season four

Total numbers from the History series’ February premiere are up 32% year-over-year in Canada.

Vikings to capitalize on Jays fever

The History drama is expanding its target demo by adding a special guest star to its fourth season.

Fall TV: Global TV’s demo-targeting pays off

Reading the season’s tea leaves with Christine Shipton, who argues the new TV landscape calls for a look beyond overall AMA.

ICYMI: Cundari names a president, Bell’s CraveTV debut

In case you missed it: Cundari has named Jennifer Steinmann as president and CraveTV is debuting Letterkenny ahead of linear.

Upfronts 2015: Shaw adds 80 to specialty slate

From Walmart branded content on Food Network Canada, to programs about first dates and small living spaces, Shaw has rolled out its 2015/16 specialty slate.

Shaw Media orders fourth season of Vikings for History

The History series will shoot an unspecified number of new episodes in spring 2015.