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WOW! Unlimited Media to Host Second Quarter 2021 Earnings Conference Call

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Friday, August 20, 2021
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  • or the "Company") (TSXV: WOW; OTCQX: WOWMF), a leading animation-focused, multi-platform entertainment company, announced today that it will report its results for the three months ended June 30, 2021 after the market close on Thursday, August 26, 2021.
  • At 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, August 27, 2021, the Company will host a conference call featuring management's remarks and a follow-up question and answer period with analysts.
  • The conference call can be accessed live by dialing (877) 825-9920 five minutes prior to the scheduled start time.

Bell Media cuts show need for level playing field

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Tuesday, August 17, 2021
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TORONTO, Aug.17, 2021 /CNW/ - The layoffs being announced at Bell Media at its Queen Street locationtoday, resulting in 27 jobs lost and another 22 jobs being reclassified, shows the need to level the playing field as foreign Internet broadcasters operate outside existing regulations.

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  • TORONTO, Aug.17, 2021 /CNW/ - The layoffs being announced at Bell Media at its Queen Street locationtoday, resulting in 27 jobs lost and another 22 jobs being reclassified, shows the need to level the playing field as foreign Internet broadcasters operate outside existing regulations.
  • "We need legislation to stop this tremendous pressure.
  • The previous Bill C-10 was aimed at leveling the playing field between Canadian broadcasters and behemoth foreign counterparts Netflix, Amazon and others."
  • Unifor continues to meet with Bell Media to mitigate the job loss and the impact on our members.

WOW!’S Mainframe Studios Establishes Eastern Canadian Presence with New Toronto-Based Virtual Studio

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Monday, August 16, 2021
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or the Company) (TSXV: WOW; OTCQX: WOWMF) is pleased to announce that, after a year of record growth, its Mainframe Studios is opening a new virtual studio based in Toronto.

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  • or the Company) (TSXV: WOW; OTCQX: WOWMF) is pleased to announce that, after a year of record growth, its Mainframe Studios is opening a new virtual studio based in Toronto.
  • Notably, the new Toronto studio will be virtually connected to Mainframes Global Studio Pipeline, without incurring any additional physical lease requirements.
  • Weve had our eye on the amazing talent in Eastern Canada for years, stated Mainframe Executive Vice President, Kim Dent Wilder.
  • The Company produces animation in its two established studios: Mainframe Studios in Vancouver and Frederator Studios in Los Angeles.

Bell welcomes Federal Court decision against illicit set-top box providers

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Thursday, August 12, 2021
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"By imposing stiff financial penalties on companies that enable and promote unauthorized access to content online and via set-top box add-ons, the Federal Court has sent a clear message."

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  • "By imposing stiff financial penalties on companies that enable and promote unauthorized access to content online and via set-top box add-ons, the Federal Court has sent a clear message."
  • The Federal Court's decision released on August 10, 2021, is the direct result of legal action initiated by the media and distribution business unit of Bell and other media companies in Canada.
  • Bell is Canada's largest communications company, providing advanced broadband wireless, TV, Internet media and business communication services throughout the country.
  • Founded in Montral in 1880, Bell is wholly owned by BCE Inc. To learn more, please visit Bell.ca or BCE.ca .

Kevin Barton Joins Elevate as Senior Vice President

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Thursday, August 12, 2021
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- Industry veteran to lead Elevate Talent, the new skills retraining program for underrepresented communities -

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  • - Industry veteran to lead Elevate Talent, the new skills retraining program for underrepresented communities -
    TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2021 /CNW/ - Elevate, Canada's premier innovation and sustainability hub, announced today the appointment of Kevin Barton as Senior Vice President, Elevate Talent.
  • "Kevin is an accomplished innovator who has spent a significant part of his career advancing the intersection of technology and media, making him the ideal head of Elevate Talent," said Randy Lennox, Executive Chair, Elevate.
  • "I'm excited to join Elevate at a time when there is tremendous opportunity to make real change with respect to representation in Canada's tech and innovation sector," said Barton.
  • In partnership with the United Nations, Elevate offers year-round tech, innovation and sustainability programs via the Elevate Exchange.

Global Digital OOH Market to Reach $24.9 Billion by 2024

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Tuesday, August 10, 2021
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A new market study published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., (GIA) the premier market research company, today released its report titled "Digital OOH - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" .

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A new market study published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., (GIA) the premier market research company, today released its report titled "Digital OOH - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" .
  • Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Digital OOH is projected to reach US$24.9 Billion by 2024, registering a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9% over the analysis period.
  • United States represents the largest regional market for Digital OOH, accounting for an estimated 32.2% share of the global total.
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc., ( www.strategyr.com ) is a renowned market research publisher the world`s only influencer driven market research company.

BCE reports second quarter 2021 results

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Thursday, August 5, 2021
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The forward-looking statements contained in this news release describe our expectations as of August 5, 2021 and, accordingly, are subject to change after such date.

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  • The forward-looking statements contained in this news release describe our expectations as of August 5, 2021 and, accordingly, are subject to change after such date.
  • Notably, it is assumed that broad immunity is achieved in the third quarter of 2021 in Canada; later in 2021 in the U.S., most other advanced economies and China; and in 2022 in other emerging-market economies.
  • We caution that the foregoing list of risk factors is not exhaustive and other factors could also adversely affect our results.
  • We encourage investors to also read BCE's 2020 Annual MD&A dated March 4, 2021 (included in BCE's 2020 Annual Report) and BCE's 2021 First and Second Quarter MD&As dated April 28, 2021 and August 4, 2021, respectively, for additional information with respect to certain of these and other assumptions and risks, filed by BCE with the Canadian provincial securities regulatory authorities (available at Sedar.com ) and with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (available at SEC.gov ).

Comedy Takes Center Stage in the New 'Just For Laughs' Chat Experience

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Monday, July 26, 2021
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Fans of comedy will continue to be amused by the Just For Laughs chat applications; it provides a truly unique and evergreen experience keeping users coming back for more.

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  • Fans of comedy will continue to be amused by the Just For Laughs chat applications; it provides a truly unique and evergreen experience keeping users coming back for more.
  • "These days fans can go so many places to get their comedy fix, and content is almost exclusively driving the conversation."
  • "This new chat experience is another step in our strategy to extend our global reach and provide fans with a fresh way to have a chuckle."
  • Founded in 1983, the Just For Laughs Group is the most important player in the global comedy industry.

Bell Partners with Google Cloud to Deliver Next-Generation Network Experiences for Canadians

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
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This new, multi-year partnership will combine Bell's 5G network leadership with Google's expertise in multicloud, data analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI), to deliver next-generation experiences for Bell customers across Canada.

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  • This new, multi-year partnership will combine Bell's 5G network leadership with Google's expertise in multicloud, data analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI), to deliver next-generation experiences for Bell customers across Canada.
  • As a strategic technology partner, Google Cloud will enable Bell to drive operational efficiencies, increase network automation, and deliver richer customer experiences through the following initiatives:
    Shifting critical workloads to the cloud: By moving and modernizing IT infrastructure, network functions, and critical applications from on-premise to Google Cloud, Bell will be able to drive greater operational efficiencies and enable better application performance.
  • Unlocking multicloud, next-generation network technology: With the combined power of Bell's 5G network and Anthos, Google Cloud's multicloud solution, Bell will deliver a consistent customer experience with greater automation and enhanced flexibility that scales with customer demand.
  • "The acceleration of 5G has created new opportunities for industry leaders like Bell to redefine their business and create richer customer experiences," said Thomas Kurian, CEO, Google Cloud.

Bell Media Announces English and French-Language Original Programming Orders and Renewals for 2021/22 Season

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
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Fueling English and French-language services across Bell Media properties, and produced in partnership with independent production partners and Bell Media Studios, the new orders and series join a strong roster of award-winning returning shows, and can't-miss documentaries and specials.

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  • Fueling English and French-language services across Bell Media properties, and produced in partnership with independent production partners and Bell Media Studios, the new orders and series join a strong roster of award-winning returning shows, and can't-miss documentaries and specials.
  • "Bell Media's original programming is some of the most-watched and most-awarded in the country, connecting with viewers nationally and in both languages," said Karine Moses, SVP, Content Development & News, Bell Media.
  • We are thankful to our independent production partners, who continue to deliver exceptional original content during unprecedented times."
  • Plus, Crave's first French original production, POUR TOUJOURS, PLUS UN JOUR, is back for a second season.