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Vertical integration policy sparks three more calls for comments from CRTC

OTTAWA – The CRTC is asking for feedback on more provisions relating to vertical integration. The Commission confirmed plans to amend the exemption order for new media broadcasting undertakings,  the exemption order for small BDUs, and parts of the Broadcasting Distribution Regulations, the Pay Television Regulations, the Specialty Services Regulations, and the Television Broadcasting Regulations in order to implement various determinations relating to vertical integration. Comments are due by January 23, 2012. www.crtc.gc.ca