Telus buys Black’s photo chain

VANCOUVER – Telus has bought imaging and digital retailer Black’s in order to help push its products and services across Canada. The 79-year old retailer will add Telus’ wireless devices… Continue Reading

MoboVivo signs on with BlackBerry, iTunes

CALGARY – MoboVivo Inc. has announced platform compatibility with BlackBerry cell phones, and a secure video-on-demand (VOD) service available at the iTunes store. The Calgary-based company that licenses and distributes… Continue Reading

Scream officially fades to Dusk

TORONTO – Corus Entertainment has begun a multifaceted media campaign to promote its newly branded specialty service Dusk, formerly known as Scream. The re-launch includes a new look and an… Continue Reading

Telefilm promotes Girard

MONTREAL – Roxane Girard has been named director of the television business unit for Telefilm Canada. She was previously director of television for the French market, a position she had… Continue Reading

Videotron tees up Golf HD

MONTREAL – Videotron has added The Golf Channel HD to its illico digital TV lineup. The Golf Channel, which carries coverage of major international golf tournaments, tips from the pros,… Continue Reading

New Global station CHBC cuts 11 jobs

KELOWNA – The newest member of the Global TV network issued layoff notices to 11 staff members late last week. A CHBC-TV spokesperson confirmed to Cartt.ca that the layoffs “were not… Continue Reading

Preparations underway for CommTech 2010

EXHIBITOR TABLE registration, advertising opportunities and sponsorship packages are now available for the 2010 Canadian CommTech Show. The 5th annual trade show and training seminars will return to the Coast Capri… Continue Reading