Policy

Blue Ant Media asks CRTC to reduce PNI requirements

The company is looking to reduce its annual PNI spend to 5% from 13.5% for channels such as Love Nature and T+E.

Drew Olsen tapped as vice-chair, CEO of Copyright Board of Canada

Olsen will move from Canadian Heritage to the Copyright Board as of Aug. 26.

MPA-Canada challenges CRTC’s local news contributions decision

The organization representing streamers such as Netflix and Pluto TV has filed a leave to appeal and a judicial review with the Federal Court of Appeal.

Nova Scotia expands film, TV incentive with rural filming bonus

Eligible productions will be able to unlock up to 10% in additional incentives on top of the current Nova Scotia Film & Television Incentive Fund.

CRTC launches consultations on broadcasting accessibility

Feedback on closed captioning, described video and audio description will help the CRTC form policies on accessibility for broadcasters and streaming services.

CMPA files appeal for judicial review of CRTC Corus decision

The CRTC decision in May reduced Corus’ programs of national interest requirements and also extended the company’s CPE under-expenditure repayment deadline.

Production

Pink Paper finds ‘significant gap’ in 2SLGBTQIA+ representation

More than half of media industry professionals surveyed for the study said Canadian-funded content does not sufficiently support the inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA+ stories and professionals.

Alberta expands film, TV tax credit program genre eligibility

The government has also introduced a rural incentive for foreign-owned productions and application flexibility.

Reelworld releases guideline on representation of racialized women

The #HerFrameMatters Protocol Guideline is intended to provide direction to production companies, broadcasters and streaming platforms.

Heritage Minister says base contributions are a ‘first step’

BANFF ’24: Minister St-Onge spoke with Playback about the next steps to implement Bill C-11 and modernize the sector.

CRTC contributions decision draws praise, criticism

Global streamers were disappointed with the result, while many in the Canadian film and TV sector applauded the move to support equity-deserving groups.

CBC/Radio-Canada reports accessibility plan progress

On the programming side, initiatives include new digital content and podcasts, as well as the addition of new roles at CBC and Radio-Canada.