MTS closing the community channel gap

WINNIPEG – One of the competitive advantages cable companies often speak of is their cable community channels – the volunteer-driven, low on the dial micro-locally-focused channels that only they show. The western DSL TV providers are trying to close that advantage using video on demand technology. SaskTel launched its VOD community programming in December and today MTS TV added Winnipeg On Demand to its lineup of VOD programming. On Winnipeg On Demand, viewers can watch stories about people, events and activities within the community, says the press release. "Winnipeg On Demand showcases stories that inspire viewers with the history, culture...