Cogeco and Videotron sign Speed renewals

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Cogeco Cable and Videotron have signed a new multiyear distribution agreement with Speed Channel, the companies announced today. With Videotron reaching 1.4 million subscribers in Quebec and Cogeco Cable Canada Inc. 830,000 in both Ontario and Quebec, “Speed’s programming reaches as many fans in those areas as possible,” says today’s press release. The U.S. channel also recently renewed with Rogers Cable, which included some video on demand. The Cogeco-Videotron release didn't mention VOD content.“The extension of these distribution deals with Videotron and Cogeco Cable firmly cements Speed Channel’s presence in Canada. Not only do a number of...