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YES TV launches live streaming platform


BURLINGTON, Ont. – Canadian faith and family-oriented channel YES TV announced Wednesday the launch of its new streaming platform, providing viewers with free live access to its programming.

In addition to its own original religious and family-friendly programs, YES TV broadcasts popular U.S. shows such as Wheel of FortuneJeopardy!Blue Bloods and Bull, which will all be accessible via the new YES TV app on numerous device platforms including iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku and Fire TV, and a range of smart TV platforms including Samsung, LG, Sony and Android TV.

Viewers can also stream YES TV programming online directly from their laptops or desktops via the channel’s website at www.yestv.com.

“Within the app, users can select from any of YES TV’s three stations, spanning Ontario (CITS), Calgary (CKCS) and Edmonton (CKES). In addition, the platform will also serve as the exclusive hub to numerous YES TV original programs, conveniently available on-demand,” reads a press release.

“We’re thrilled to introduce our all-new streaming platform, which is a testament to our commitment to serving our viewers better. With this development, we aim to bring the values and entertainment YES TV is known for even closer to the hearts and homes of Canadians,” Kevin Shepherd, CEO of YES TV, said in the release. “This is a significant step forward, and we believe it will bring inspiration, joy and positive family entertainment to even more households.”

“We have partnered with our valued program distributors and suppliers to bring YES TV content closer to our viewers by making access available on their favourite devices. The flexibility will undoubtedly deliver added value for our viewers and advertisers,” said Glenn Stewart, YES TV’s chief operating officer.