Fromer exits BT

TORONTO – Citytv Toronto announced yesterday that Liza Fromer, co-host of BT-Breakfast Television has resigned. “Co-hosting BT has been the most rewarding experience in my professional career; it has… Continue Reading

Newcap launches K-Rock in PEI

CHARLOTTETOWN – Newcap Broadcasting launched its newest station Tuesday afternoon. Called K-Rock 105.5 FM, the company’s application for the new station was approved back in March, along… Continue Reading

Shaw phone comes to Saanich Peninsula

CALGARY – Shaw Communications launched its local phone service on B.C.’s Saanich Peninsula (the southern tip of Vancouver Island) this week. As a primary home line, Shaw Digital Phone… Continue Reading

MTS to converge WestJet net

TORONTO – MTS Allstream will implement a North American MPLS network solution as part of its extended service agreement with WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline. The extended agreement allows MTS… Continue Reading

Moto acquires OD tech maker Broadbus

SCHAUMBURG, Il. – Motorola announced Tuesday that it is buying Broadbus Technologies, a Boxborough, Ma.-based provider of on demand solutions. "Broadbus Technologies’ industry-leading, carrier-class technology solutions enable the distribution… Continue Reading

MTS gets city contract

WINNIPEG – The City of Winnipeg has announced a home-town telecom choice. The municipality has chosen MTS Allstream for its communications needs, approving a 28 month contract to provide… Continue Reading

Showcase.ca to show full Naked Josh

TORONTO – Showcase Television’s web site Showcase.ca will begin streaming the final episode of the series Naked Josh today. This marks the first time the network has streamed a… Continue Reading