Articles for 2011

Laberge joins Knightscove board

The former film and TV industry exec-turned-energy-company-EVP dips a toe back into the entertainment biz.

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Bell Media’s video web traffic hits #2: comScore

The mediaco’s content now sits just behind Google in videos viewed in Canada, the measurement co’s latest rankings reveal.

Hollywood’s Canadian rep rebrands with name change

The association will now be called the Motion Picture Association Canada, or MPAC.

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Hot Sheet: Top 20 Programs (May 16 – May 22, 2011)

Hot Sheet: Top 20 Programs (May 16 – May 22, 2011)

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Hot Sheet: Top 20 DVDs (May 2 – May 8, 2011)

Hot Sheet: Top 20 DVDs (May 2 – May 8, 2011)

Report: Canada’s video game industry poised for growth

With 11% growth in the last two years, the industry’s pace is set to continue, says Secor Consulting.

Keith Pelley: Brand extensions key to Rogers Media success

Following yesterday’s upfront presentation, the Rogers Media president talks to Etan Vlessing about the company’s cross-platform strategy.

Tascan launches new transmedia co

The gaming guru is looking to access the growing social gaming market with new venture, Sava Transmedia.

SaskFilm looks to build local awareness

To encourage film and TV production in the province, SaskFilm launched its Film Friendly Saskatchewan initiative Monday night.

Global goes for a 10 for fall

Shaw SVP Barb Williams talks about Global’s 10 new shows for fall and about U.S. interest in net’s homegrown dramas.

eOne partners with Fisher-Price on Peppa Pig launch

The distributor is targeting Peppa’s US merchandise debut for Christmas 2012.

Citytv’s fall sked revealed

The net’s new prime time schedule is accompanied by the announcement of a new 24-hour news channel to debut this fall.