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Canadian FAST channel usage hits new high in 2025
A report from Media Technology Monitor shows that FAST channel viewership in Canada nearly doubled between fall 2024 and spring 2025.
Two Canadians tapped for Hallmark mentorship program
The Make Her Mark women’s directing program offers on-the-job mentorship on the set of a Hallmark movie.
My Stepmother is a Witch tops $1 million at Canadian box office
The supernatural comedy from Attraction and La Fête now stands as Quebec’s second-highest-grossing theatrical release of the year.
Hugo d’Astous becomes president, sole owner of Duo Productions
He takes over from Duo co-founders Michel d’Astous and Anne Boyer.
Just For Laughs ups Alexandre Avon to brand partnerships VP
The promotion is part of JFL’s strategy to create year-round collaborations across its portfolio.
Late Bloomer rolls on season three with new showrunners
The Crave comedy series starring creator Jasmeet Raina is currently filming in and around the GTA.
Hot Sheet: Hazbin Hotel soars in Canadian demand
Netflix’s Stranger Things was the runner-up for the week of Nov. 3 to 9.
Starz unveils structural update to Canadian operations
On the heels of its separation from Lionsgate, the company has amended its joint venture with Bell Media into a content and brand licensing agreement.
Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers, David Errington join NSI board
The CSA-winning filmmaker and AMI president and CEO are the newest additions to the National Screen Institute’s board of directors.
Human authorship and copyright in the face of AI
Canadian Heritage’s final round of meetings on the effects of AI on the creative industries saw testimony from the DGC and WGC leaders.
CAB calls on CRTC to reduce red tape for broadcasters
The Canadian Association of Broadcasters has issued a letter to the CRTC with key recommendations to reduce administrative burden.
Deals: Vital, Farpoint, CBC/Radio-Canada, Prime Video
The CSA-winning short Hello Stranger has been acquired ahead of its Oscar run, Farpoint scores multiple true-crime sales, and more.
ISO supports 18 projects through CMF’s Indigenous Program
The 2025-26 selections are the first since the Indigenous Screen Office began administration of the program.
Bell Media slates family-friendly Quebec New Year’s Eve special
The special, Le pestacle de fin d’année, is produced by Sphere Media in collaboration with Bell Media.
In Brief: YouTubers Dan & Riya prep Tubi-exclusive digital series
Plus: Québec Cinéma appoints a new board chair, Criterion returns to TIFF, and more.
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