OTTAWA – TVA received CRTC approval for two new category two specialty television stations on Wednesday.
The first is for TVA Mode, a national, French-language general-interest channel that will offer programming intended for men and women dedicated to fashion, beauty and personal well-being. The application says that programming would include Québécois, Canadian and international fashion shows, various magazines covering the world of fashion and beauty trends in a problem/solution approach, and programs offering vignettes and features dedicated to trends, products and personal well-being. The licence will expire August 31, 2017.
The second is for Star Système, a national, French-language high definition channel devoted to entertainment news, the entertainment industry and humour. Its licence will also expire August 31, 2017.
