Radio / Television News

Shaw can buy Canwest, says Commission

GATINEAU – Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Shaw Communications will soon own Canwest Global’s TV properties as the final regulatory hurdle was cleared this afternoon. The CRTC today approved Shaw’s acquisition… Continue Reading

Strong 2010 at Score Media

TORONTO – Fiscal 2010 EBITDA increased by 100% to $7.6 million thanks to strong revenue growth across all platforms, reported Score Media late Wednesday. Revenue for the year ended August… Continue Reading

LaPointe to be new CBC ombudsman

TORONTO – CBC announced the appointment of veteran journalist Kirk LaPointe as its new ombudsman, effective November 1. LaPointe replaces Vince Carlin, whose mandate will officially expire December 31, 2010. The… Continue Reading

Shaw adds some Bite, too

CALGARY – Newly rebranded Bite TV has been added to the Shaw digital cable channel line-up, Bite owner Glassbox Television announced today. The comedy-focused channel will be in a… Continue Reading

Shaw launching Pet Net today

TORONTO – Shaw Cable has added The Pet Network to its channel line-up today – in a free preview until the end of November. The move will make the digital… Continue Reading