Radio / Television News

Astral launches new airport network in Montreal

MONTREAL – The outdoor division of Astral Media and Aéroports de Montréal today launched a new television network at Pierre-Elliott-Trudeau International Airport. Representing an investment of nearly $750,000, the network... Continue Reading

TVO’s new approach

TORONTO – Hosting five free community events in Thunder Bay next week is the beginning of a new approach to connecting with Ontarians, the provincial public broadcaster said today. The... Continue Reading

U.S. analog shut off made official

WASHINGTON – U.S. president George Bush signed the bill that will see over-the-air analog TV shut off for good in that country on February 17, 2009. The bill includes US$1.5... Continue Reading

XM adds its own media mega-star

TORONTO – While Sirius milks Howard Stern, XM will add the Oprah & Friends radio channel this September. Harpo Radio and XM Radio, along with XM Canada, today announced the... Continue Reading

XM Canada raises US$100 million

TORONTO – Satellite radio operator XM Canada's parent company, Canadian Satellite Radio Holdings said today it has raised US$100 million in aggregate principal amount of 12.75% senior notes due 2014.... Continue Reading