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Corus channels to see some major changes as Shaw integration continues

TORONTO – While Corus Entertainment continues the hard work to absorb the assets and people of Shaw Media, CEO Doug Murphy said more changes are afoot as the company looks to solidify its leadership position with women and families while likely rationalizing its huge list of channels as new pick and pay regulations take hold.The company currently has 45 specialty TV brands, which Murphy told a BMO Media and Telecom conference in Toronto on Tuesday is likely too many, over the long term.While he didn’t name which ones he believes his top specialty brands to be, Murphy did drop a number,...