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Policy
CPAC asks CRTC to consider wholesale fee increase
The public affairs channel says it will require additional funds in two years to support its operations.
CRTC gives CBC regulatory relief for Olympics, Paralympics
The ruling allows CBC to exclude its coverage of the sporting events from the calculations of its CPE and PNI requirements.
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.
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.
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