Radio broadcasters must do better when filing returns, says CRTC

OTTAWA – A number of radio stations have found themselves on the CRTC’s naughty list this year, prompting the Commission to issue a refresher on how to file their annual returns. The CRTC said Tuesday that it has experienced “serious difficulties” in assessing the broadcasters’ Canadian content development contributions, among other criteria, due to annual returns being filed late and/or with inaccurate or missing information. In addition to more paperwork, this has also contributed to broadcasters being found in non-compliance with the radio regulations, prompting appearances before the Commission. Annual returns must be submitted before November 30 for each licensed...