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Icarus Capital, Yuk Yuk’s partner on content, production venture
Yuk Yuk’s Media will develop and produce stand-up comedy shows and unscripted/documentary titles, with Eric Y. Lapointe as head of content.
Peter Hayman tapped as next Victoria film commissioner
Hayman assumes the role effective May 1, with outgoing commissioner Kathleen Gilbert to retire after 14 years in the role.
Traditional broadcasters to pay lower percentage in fees to CRTC
The fees, which support the CRTC’s operations, were amended under the new Broadcasting Act, with a number of exemptions included.
Bell Media president Sean Cohan on his global growth plans
In a Q&A with Playback Daily, Cohan discusses his vision for Bell Media amid a turbulent time for the global media sector.
BBC Studios ups Schildhouse to BritBox North America president
Schildhouse has overseen the growth of BritBox in the U.S. and Canada.
Indigenous Screen Office to receive permanent funding
Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge announced the organization will receive $65 million over the next five years, followed by a permanent ongoing allocation.
BANFF announces 2024 Diversity of Voices participants
The initiative is held in partnership with Netflix and with the support of the Black Screen Office, the Indigenous Screen Office and the Reelworld Screen Institute.
Radio-Canada names Sophie Morasse as GM of television
Morasse had been serving in the role in an interim capacity since October 2023.
Scholastic to acquire 9 Story Media Group for US$186 million
Set to close this summer, the transaction will significantly power up the New York-based publisher’s strategy to build and monetize multiplatform brands for kids.
Ottawa Film Office unveils new soundstage facility plans
The OFO has called for expressions of interest on a proposal to build three new sound stages close to downtown Ottawa.
Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge to address BANFF delegates
The Minister will speak on the festival’s opening day on June 9.
On Screen Manitoba, MFM name film accelerator cohort
The OSM/MFM Script Angel Feature Film Accelerator connects local writers with international mentors to develop a feature script.
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