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Prime Time ’15: Michael Wolff downplays digital ads
The media pundit told the Prime Time conference in Ottawa that traditional TV, with its paid subscribers, was the “big media revolution of our time, not digital.” (Wolff pictured)
Prime Time ’15: Hennessy weighs in on carrier ownership rules
“If broadband TV and apps are going to be the primary way of distributing broadcast content, perhaps we need to rethink restrictions on foreign ownership,” the CMPA head said.
Bell Media unveils reality pilot with Mark Burnett, UAMG
Sportscaster James Duthie is to host Dream Fund: Let the Crowd Decide, which starts production in Toronto today (Duthie pictured).
B.C., Manitoba may benefit as Ontario tax credits face possible trim
The industry is lobbying the Ontario finance ministry as tax incentives come under scrutiny.
CraveTV commissions Letterkenny as first Canadian series
The Jared Keeso-starring comedy is a partnership between the Bell Media streamer and The Comedy Network.
CBC unveils new original productions, renewals for 2015/16
New titles added to the pubcaster’s lineup for 2015/2016 include The Romeo Section, from Da Vinci’s Inquest creator Chris Haddock.
FX renews Toronto-shot Man Seeking Woman
The renewal follows the pilot and first season of the Jay Baruchel-starring comedy being shot in Toronto.
Bell Media heads to court over CRTC’s Super Bowl ad ruling
The broadcaster tells the federal court of appeals that the CRTC has interfered with “Bell Media’s rights and benefits under the NFL Agreement.”
Global stories key for digital-first content: report
The Canadian Media Production Association’s Content Everywhere 2 white paper argues Canadian producers face an uphill battle to get content on Netflix, Amazon and Hulu.
Cirque du Soleil Media, Samsung team for VR mobile experience
Bell Media’s joint venture with the Quebec circus troupe will develop a live action video experience for Samsung smartphone users.
Orphan Black, Mommy sweep Canadian Screen Awards
The Tatiana Maslany-starring drama earned 10 trophies at Canada’s screen awards, while Xavier Dolan’s family drama earned nine.
Sunday Night Lights: Cimoroni & Co up the Screenies game
From Playback magazine: Bringing years of major sporting event expertise to Canada’s biggest entertainment awards, a look at some of the changes Dan Cimoroni and Rick Chisholm brought to the CSA’s broadcast gala.
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