MONTREAL – Astral Media CEO Ian Greenberg said today that Bell Canada has stopped proceeding towards the launch of its much-anticipated Internet protocol-driven terrestrial digital television service.
When asked…
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TORONTO – A joint submission to the CRTC’s BDU and specialty policy review from seven independent broadcasters recommends putting those channels in all BDUs’ digital "basic" packages.
Saying the…
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MONTREAL – At a press conference this morning, Videotron introduced its new softphone service, geared towards providing individuals with greater mobility.
Available as of October 31, 2007, Videotron’s new…
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TORONTO – The Ontario Chapter of SCTE has grown to over 550 members since it’s inception in mid-2003.
Of course, strong leadership is critical to ensuring the continued success…
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OTTAWA – The Canadian Association of Broadcasters said today that Global Edmonton news anchor Lynda Steele will be the 2007 recipient of the Gold Ribbon Award for Outstanding Community…
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MONTREAL – Telefilm Canada is launching its 2006-2007 annual report this week as part of its 40th anniversary.
“Telefilm has played an important role in the growth and success…
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TORONTO – From now on, the award for best television news information program presented annually by RTNDA Canada – the Association of Electronic Journalists – will be named after…
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GATINEAU – An airing of Radio-Canada’s "Fric show" which examined the porn industry – complete the nudity and frank language – at 7:30 p.m. was a poor decision, the CRTC…
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by Robert Riopelle
THE NEW WORLD OF television means big changes for viewers, advertisers, and broadcasters. What’s happening? More people are watching TV shows online. They’re recording their favourite…
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GATINEAU – Having to wedge six new channels to the collective basic cable lineups in Edmonton and Calgary at essentially the same time is just too much to ask, Shaw Communications…
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