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CBC/Radio-Canada to cut 600 jobs, reduce content spend
UPDATED: The cuts include a $40 million reduction in commissions and acquisitions, which the pubcaster said will reduce the number of new series and renewals in 2024-25.
Integral Artists acquires Kathy Carpenter Talent Agency
EXCLUSIVE: The KC Talent Agency team will merge with Integral’s on-camera division effective immediately.
More cuts hit eOne ahead of Lionsgate deal closure
The job losses are in addition to the 20% workforce reduction that was confirmed by Hasbro in June.
In Brief: My Animal leads Blood in the Snow winners
Plus: LIFT names the second winner of its Josephine Massarella Artist Award, and Netflix renews its support for the CFC’s Norman Jewison Film Program.
Former ACTRA, CAEA president Dan MacDonald dies at 89
The Nova Scotia-born actor and union leader was the first president of the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association.
Paramount+ Canada, Shine Network launch online course
The Indigenous Producers Budgeting Intensive is targeted to Indigenous women to help them budget their first feature film.
Thunderbird enacts cost-saving measures amid revenue decline
In its Q1 2024 financial report, the company disclosed that it has eliminated “certain roles” as part of a cost-savings initiative.
Netflix Canada hires first manager of production
Former CBC production exec Edythe Yee will join the streamer’s Canadian team in December.
Circle Blue hires Michelle Aseltine as SVP of production
Aseltine reports to the company’s CEO and founder Amos Adetuyi in the newly-created role.
Blue Ant Media sets new leadership structure post-merger
The company has set dedicated teams for scripted, unscripted, kids, and animation, as well for production and distribution.
Cineplex to sell amusement division for $155 million
The deal will see Player One Amusement Group, which owns the Playdium brand, become a Cineplex supplier.
Knowledge Network hires Justin Young in brand, engagement role
Young is tasked with increasing brand awareness and viewership of Knowledge Network’s broadcast and streaming platforms.
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