CRTC grants CBC, CAB one month extension

OTTAWA – The CRTC has agreed to delay proceedings on a proposed regulatory framework for video-on-demand (VOD) undertakings and advertising in local availabilities, but only by a month. As reported… Continue Reading

ACTRA asks Ottawa to invest in culture

TORONTO – The Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) is urging the government to give Canada’s cultural industries a leading role in stimulating the economy when… Continue Reading

Bell Aliant to cut 500 managers

HALIFAX – Bell Aliant will cut 500 management positions, or 5% of its overall workforce, this year in an effort to “increase competitiveness,” the company announced today. In announcing… Continue Reading

Montreal goes Virgin

MONTREAL – Virgin Radio arrived in Montreal on Monday, as the fourth Virgin radio station in Canada was launched. Virgin Radio 96 has replaced English-language Mix 96, the latest move… Continue Reading

CRTC standardizes documents, numbering

OTTAWA – In order to make its official documents “clearer and more consistent”, the CRTC has standardized the way it issues decisions and orders for the broadcasting and telecommunication… Continue Reading

Vision TV sees ratings spike over holidays

TORONTO – Multi-faith television network VisionTV saw its highest-ever prime time ratings during its holiday-themed programming last month. Nielsen Media Research data showed that VisionTV achieved a 1.0% share… Continue Reading