Radio / Television News

Commission adopts CAB’s approach


OTTAWA – The CRTC today said it is adopting the Canadian Association of Broadcasters’ Best Practices for Diversity in Private Radio.The Commission has also adopted a modified version of the CAB’s approach to diversity for small commercial radio operators as it pertains to reporting requirements, says the Commission’s release today. “Specifically, large commercial radio operators – with revenues above $50 million – will be required to report annually on diversity; medium-sized commercial radio operators – with revenues of more than $20 million and up to $50 million – will be required to report on diversity every five years; and small...