Media in Canada

Call for applications: CJF-CBC Indigenous Journalism Fellowships

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Thursday, January 23, 2020

TORONTO, Jan. 23, 2020 /CNW/ - To amplify Indigenous voices and issues in the media, The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF), together with CBC News, is now accepting applications to its CJF-CBC Indigenous Journalism Fellowships program.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 23, 2020 /CNW/ - To amplify Indigenous voices and issues in the media, The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF), together with CBC News, is now accepting applications to its CJF-CBC Indigenous Journalism Fellowships program.
  • The annual fellowships provide a unique opportunity for two early-career Indigenous journalists, with one-to-10 years' experience, to explore Indigenous issues while being hosted for one month at the CBC's Indigenous Unit in Winnipeg.
  • "The CJF-CBC fellowships provide a vital open door for Indigenous journalists to access mainstream media," says Tanya Talaga, award-winning author, journalist and a jury member.
  • Established in 1990, The Canadian Journalism Foundation promotes, celebrates and facilitates excellence in journalism.

Bell Media's Crave Becomes Bilingual Jan. 28

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Tuesday, January 21, 2020

MONTRAL, Jan. 21, 2020 /CNW/ -Bell Media announced today that Crave is evolving into a bilingual TV and streaming service next week, offering more than 6,000 hours of exclusive new French-language content.

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  • MONTRAL, Jan. 21, 2020 /CNW/ -Bell Media announced today that Crave is evolving into a bilingual TV and streaming service next week, offering more than 6,000 hours of exclusive new French-language content.
  • As part of the change, Bell Media's Super cran becomes available over-the-top for the first time as an add-on to Crave.
  • The updated bilingual Crave officially debuts on Tuesday, January 28 through participating television providers and streaming platforms.
  • With the new Crave + Super cran add-on, French-language programming grows to more than 6,000 hours with more than 20 new releases per month.

Grab the Popcorn! Corus Entertainment Confirms 50 Canadian Original Scripted Movies for Its Specialty Networks

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Thursday, January 16, 2020

The recent deals cement Corus' partnerships with leading independent production companies including Champlain Mdia Inc., and Neshama Releasing, accompanying a growing list of original content deals Corus has with Canadian producers.

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  • The recent deals cement Corus' partnerships with leading independent production companies including Champlain Mdia Inc., and Neshama Releasing, accompanying a growing list of original content deals Corus has with Canadian producers.
  • Made-for-television movies continue to captivate audiences across Corus' specialty networks, complementing Hallmark Channel's signature seasonal programming on W Network throughout the year.
  • "By investing in Canadian movies, we are delivering more of the quality content and passionate storytelling that continues to drive growth across our networks and attract advertisers."
  • Corus is an established creator of globally distributed content through Nelvana animation studio, Corus Studios, and children's book publishing house Kids Can Press.

Bell Media's Crave to bring select TIFF films to wider audience in new partnership

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Tuesday, January 14, 2020

The groundbreaking new partnership, called "TIFF Selects," is a first for TIFF as a Canadian distribution opportunity for its world-class Festival programming.

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  • The groundbreaking new partnership, called "TIFF Selects," is a first for TIFF as a Canadian distribution opportunity for its world-class Festival programming.
  • The vast majority of films in the collection will have their premieres on Crave.
  • "It was important for us to expand the presence of TIFF an iconic Canadian cultural institution on Crave," said Randy Lennox, President, Bell Media.
  • "One of Crave's cultural mandates is acquiring, curating, and distributing the best content in the world, and we're thrilled to continue that momentum through this new partnership with TIFF."

9-1-1: LONE STAR, FOR LIFE, and STATION 19 Heat up CTV's Winter 2020 Schedule

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019

"CTV is set to deliver its most dynamic midseason schedule ever," said Mike Cosentino, President, Content and Programming, Bell Media.

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  • "CTV is set to deliver its most dynamic midseason schedule ever," said Mike Cosentino, President, Content and Programming, Bell Media.
  • On CTV2, all-star acts compete for the ultimate title of World Champion when AMERICA'S GOT TALENT: THE CHAMPIONS returns to anchor the schedule for its second season.
  • Plus new Maggie Lawson and Jason Biggs starrer, multi-camera comedy OUTMATCHED joins the CTV2 schedule in January.
  • To view full press release featuring CTV and CTV2's Winter 2020 Premiere Dates, click here .

Nathan Downer Named Co-Anchor, CTV News Toronto

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Tuesday, December 10, 2019

Toronto native and veteran journalist to assume full-time anchor duties alongside Michelle Dub for CTV NEWS AT NOON beginning Dec. 10 and CTV NEWS AT SIX beginning Jan. 7

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  • Toronto native and veteran journalist to assume full-time anchor duties alongside Michelle Dub for CTV NEWS AT NOON beginning Dec. 10 and CTV NEWS AT SIX beginning Jan. 7
    TORONTO, Dec. 9, 2019 /CNW/ - CTV News Toronto announced today that Nathan Downer will succeed Ken Shaw as co-anchor of CTV NEWS AT NOON and CTV NEWS AT SIX alongside Michelle Dub.
  • Downer begins co-anchoring CTV NEWS AT NOON tomorrow (Dec. 10), and assumes his full role on Tuesday, Jan. 7, following Shaw's final CTV NEWS AT SIX newscast.
  • "I'm thrilled to welcome Nathan to the anchor desk," said Michelle Dub, Co-Anchor, CTV News Toronto.
  • Most recently an anchor and reporter for CP24 and an anchor of LIVE AT FIVE on CTV Toronto, Nathan Downer is an experienced radio and television broadcaster.

Ken Shaw Announces His Retirement from CTV News Toronto

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

Co-Anchor of Toronto's #1 newscasts CTV NEWS AT NOON and CTV NEWS AT SIX since April 2001, Shaw first joined the CTV News Toronto team in 1979 as a breaking news reporter.

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  • Co-Anchor of Toronto's #1 newscasts CTV NEWS AT NOON and CTV NEWS AT SIX since April 2001, Shaw first joined the CTV News Toronto team in 1979 as a breaking news reporter.
  • He later moved to the national beat as National Editor for the station, and then as Weekday Anchor for CTV News Channel, before returning to CTV News Toronto to become its anchor.
  • I'm so thankful for the trust viewers put in our team to document the stories of their lives," said Shaw.
  • "Ken is a respected journalist, leader, and community member whose work both on and off screen is unmatched," said Michael Melling, General Manager, CP24 and CTV News Toronto.

iHeartRadio Canada is #1 Radio Broadcaster in Toronto

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Thursday, December 5, 2019

TORONTO, Dec. 5, 2019 /CNW/ - With final data from the Numeris PPM quarterly survey (August 26 to November 24, 2019) now confirmed, Bell Media's iHeartRadio Canada is the most-listened to radio broadcaster in Toronto.

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 5, 2019 /CNW/ - With final data from the Numeris PPM quarterly survey (August 26 to November 24, 2019) now confirmed, Bell Media's iHeartRadio Canada is the most-listened to radio broadcaster in Toronto.
  • "These numbers are testament to the strong relationships our four Toronto stations continue to build with listeners despite a very competitive landscape," said Hilary Whyte, General Manager, Toronto, Bell Media Radio.
  • "With our refreshed morning shows on both 99.9 Virgin Radio and CHUM 104.5 connecting with audiences, and NEWSTALK 1010 and TSN 1050 continuing to perform well in key demos, we know there are great things ahead for iHeartRadio in Toronto in 2020."
  • Additional highlights from Bell Media Radio Toronto stations include:
    CHUM 104.5 is #1 in the coveted adult and female 18-49 and 25-54 audiences.

Evan Solomon Named New Host of CTV News Channel's POWER PLAY

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Monday, November 18, 2019

Seasoned journalist and national affairs specialist continues to host CTV's QUESTION PERIOD and radio program, newly titled OVERVIEW WITH EVAN SOLOMON

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  • Seasoned journalist and national affairs specialist continues to host CTV's QUESTION PERIOD and radio program, newly titled OVERVIEW WITH EVAN SOLOMON
    TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2019 /CNW/ -CTV Newstoday announced that Evan Solomon has been named host of POWER PLAY, CTV News Channel's daily marquee political program.
  • "I'm excited to be joining the iconic POWER PLAY and look forward to informing viewers of the latest political news throughout the week," said Solomon.
  • "Deeply embedded into Ottawa's political scene over the last several years on behalf of CTV News, Evan was the natural choice to host POWER PLAY," said Wendy Freeman, President, CTV News.
  • ET on CTV and everywhere CTV content can be found ), Solomon will continue hosting his radio program, OVERVIEW WITH EVAN SOLOMON, which moves to 12 Noon - 2 p.m.

Cogeco calls on the government to order the CRTC to restore much-needed balance in its high-speed internet wholesale regulatory framework

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Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Together, the companies request that the Governor in Council refer Telecom Order CRTC 2019-288 back to the CRTC for reconsideration, in conjunction with the pending broader review of its Internet wholesale regulatory framework.

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  • Together, the companies request that the Governor in Council refer Telecom Order CRTC 2019-288 back to the CRTC for reconsideration, in conjunction with the pending broader review of its Internet wholesale regulatory framework.
  • The high-speed Internet wholesale regulation mandates wireline network builders, such as Cogeco, to provide network access to resellers, and establishes the wholesale rates for access to these networks.
  • As part of theCRTC's pending broader review of its Internet wholesale regulatory framework, wholesale rates should beestablishedin order to allow wireline network builders to recover their actual costs to expand and enhance Canada's wireline networks.
  • Cogeco Communications Inc.'s subordinate voting shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: CCA).