Policy

CRTC sets new dates for two postponed hearings

Hearings on defining and supporting “Canadian program” and the sustainability of the broadcasting system have been reset, while the date for the hearing on Canadian and Indigenous audio content has not yet been confirmed.

CRTC postpones three public Cancon hearings

The hearings, which are part of the regulatory organization’s work to modernize the Broadcasting Act, have been postponed due to the upcoming federal election.

CRTC dismisses WildBrain’s complaint against Bell

The CRTC has decided that Bell is not placing WildBrain’s kids services at an “undue disadvantage.”

Steven Guilbeault joins Carney cabinet in new culture portfolio

Guilbeault had previously served as Heritage Minister from 2019 to 2021.

B.C. budget includes motion picture, TV tax credit increases

The budget update, released on March 4, proposes increases to both the Film Incentive BC tax credit and the Production Services Tax Credit.

Oakville pool gets Ontario production services tax credit

Now qualified as a standing set, the location is eligible for the 21.5% credit.

Shaw Rocket Fund urges the CRTC to support kids services

In a new filing with the regulator, the org calls for a review of the Canadian children’s and youth media sector to better address challenges in the space.

How potential CBC changes could impact the industry

The Canadian screen industry has reacted positively to the Heritage Minister’s CBC proposal, although its implementation remains in question.

Heritage Minister proposes CBC funding hike, ad policy changes

The Minister of Canadian Heritage also announced that she will not be running in the next election.

Minister of Canadian Heritage takes on additional cabinet roles

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued the cabinet update following the resignation of MP Soraya Martinez Ferrada.

Tariff threat means ‘brand new ball game’ for screen sector

Industry stakeholders discuss the next steps following a temporary stay of tariffs and how producers can find opportunity in the unknown.

DGC report predicts severe PNI funding decline

The report forecasts a 23% decline in English-language PNI expenditures under current CRTC regulations.