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CRTC updates local news fund amid streamer appeal
The Commission added changes to the Independent Local News Fund on June 9, the same day foreign streamers argued against supporting it at the Federal Court of Appeal.
Blue Ant, 9 Story discuss Cancon issues at CRTC hearings
9 Story Media’s Vince Commisso also discussed the issues facing children’s content in Canada.
DGC, DOC urge CRTC to act
In the first part of the final day of the CRTC’s Cancon hearings, the DGC and the DOC expressed concern over the elimination of PNI rules.
Canada, Denmark set out to update 28-year-old copro treaty
The countries are just beginning the process of creating a new agreement that may reduce a 20% minimum Danish participation requirement and encourage more partnerships.
CBC, CMF weigh in at CRTC’s Cancon hearings
The CMF emphasizes ‘creation over collection’ for contributions on day eight of the Cancon hearings.
Rogers proposes single financial contribution at CRTC hearings
The CMPA also presented two models for IPE requirements on day seven of the CRTC’s Cancon hearings.
ACTRA warns CRTC of AI threat to on-screen performers
Executives at Bell Media, TLN Media Group and Elevation Pictures shared their stances on IP ownership and the Commission’s proposed 15-point system at Thursday’s Cancon hearing.
Showrunner debate takes centre stage at CRTC hearings
Labour groups, the BSO, Meridian Artists and Quebecor put the spotlight on key creative roles on day five of the proceedings in Gatineau, Que.
Streamers, broadcasters clash on contributions at CRTC hearings
Testimonies from Telefilm, the NFB and the ISO weighed in on the importance of programs of national interest.
Rocket Fund’s new program aids access to CMF funding
The org is rolling out a $3 million initiative designed to help producers unlock financing available for making Canadian kids and youth content.
‘Crisis’ in children’s content takes spotlight at CRTC hearing
Day two of the proceedings also examined Indigenous broadcasters, accessibility and the use of AI for Canadian content.
Flexibility, incentives talk kicks off CRTC’s Cancon definition hearing
The first day of the proceedings saw proposals on IP ownership models, a Canadian star system and incentives for private equity.
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