OTTAWA – Rogers Broadcasting has asked to amend the broadcasting license of its specialty channel Outdoor Life Network, adding comedy, animated programming, and perhaps even some professional sports to its lineup.
The revisions will “allow for a more well-rounded programming offering that responds to the expectations of its viewers,” read Rogers’ application to the CRTC.
The application seeks to add ongoing comedy series (sitcom), animated television programs and films, programs of comedy sketches, improvisation, unscripted works, and stand-up comedy, to the list of categories from which it may draw programming.
Rogers also asked to be able to devote up to 15% of its programming to professional sports, and to increase the limit of programming broadcast during the broadcast year from 5% to 25%, by removing restrictions concerning feature films and Canadian programs.
Comments are due by April 6.
