CRTC approves licence for Indigenous FM radio station in Wendake, Quebec
The CRTC has approved a broadcasting licence for Comité de la radio communautaire Huronne-Wyandot inc. (Radio Huronne-Wyandot) to operate an indigenous (Type B) FM radio station in Wendake, located in the […]
CRTC says Iristel must pay Bell overdue bills in interconnection dispute
By Ahmad Hathout The CRTC has ordered Iristel to pay amounts it owes Bell and its subsidiary Northwestel after finding the far north provider failed to show sufficient evidence that […]
Unifor says 49 unionized Bell Media workers given notice
Unifor announced last week it has been informed that 49 unionized Bell Media employees have been given notice, as the media company looks to consolidate its various Toronto-based news operations in one […]
Telus Global Ventures invests in Raven Connected, FirstVet
Telus’s strategic investment arm, Telus Global Ventures, announced last week investments in AI and emerging IoT vehicle technology company Raven Connected and online pet health services provider FirstVet. Ottawa-based Raven […]
Corus evicts Big Brother Canada after 12 seasons
Corus Entertainment announced last week it has decided to end Big Brother Canada after 12 seasons. “The series has been a leader in the reality TV space, always prioritizing the rich diversity […]
Bell files injunction against Rogers in Warner Bros. Discovery content battle
By Connie Thiessen Bell Media is seeking an injunction against Rogers Sports & Media, attempting to quash its competitor’s ability to broadcast some Warner Bros. Discovery content, starting next year. Rogers announced earlier this month it […]
CRTC launches consultation to formalize Google news linking agreement
By Ahmad Hathout The CRTC wants to know whether it should exempt Google from having to negotiate with news publishers to host content for five years and thereby lock-in an […]
Corus pulls plug on AM formats in Vancouver, Edmonton
By Connie Thiessen Corus Entertainment has pulled the plug on two of its AM radio formats in Vancouver and Edmonton, and laid off staff. 880 News (CHQT-AM) Edmonton, a sister station to 630 […]
Rogers launches $3M grants program to support 100,000 youth over the next year
Rogers announced Wednesday it has launched a new grants program, Rogers Youth Grants, which will invest $3 million in Canadian non-profit and charitable organizations that provide educational and employment programs for youth aged […]
Bell’s first Best Buy Express store opens in Surrey
Bell and Best Buy Canada announced Wednesday the first of the Best Buy Express small-format retail stores — rebranded from The Source as part of the companies’ strategic partnership announced in January — has […]