TV

Google urges ‘restraint’ in CRTC’s online regulation

APTN raised concerns about the level of collaboration within the Canadian media industry, while WildBrain called the children’s content decline the “canary in the coal mine.”

Crave greenlights chef-centric Casse-Gueule

The series, created by Frédéric Ouellet, is produced by Montreal’s Duo Productions.

YouTube @ 20: Andrew Peterson on Canadian creator economy

The head of YouTube Canada reflects on the industry impact of the global video platform after two decades – and some 20 billion videos.

Report maps opportunities in Southwestern Ontario industry

Southwestern Ontario: Ready for Action! outlines how incentives and investment in post-secondary and infrastructure are needed.

Francophones value Cancon more than anglophones: report

More than half of surveyed parents say Cancon is very important for their children.

The CW sets six Harlequin original films from Neshama, Circle Blue

The first, Montana Mavericks, will see a limited U.S. theatrical release in August courtesy of Fathom Entertainment.

Children’s series Kokum & Dot begins filming in Vancouver

The live-action and animated series teaches kids using Cree language and culture.

Muse signs first-look unscripted deal with Rachel Browne

Browne’s documentary work includes Crave’s Rat Park, Vice’s The Dark Side of Comedy and The Weather Network’s Water is the New Fire.

Corus, Rogers talk commercial disputes at CRTC hearing

Rogers is seeking less regulatory burden, but Corus has argued that regulation is needed in a transitional time for the sector.

In sync, on budget: The role of Canada’s music supervisors

How music supervisors help cost-conscious producers find the pitch-perfect tunes for their projects.

Hot Sheet

Hot Sheet: Ginny & Georgia skyrockets in Canadian demand

Disney’s Phineas and Ferb debuts at No. 2 in overall demand following its season five premiere, a decade after its last season.

Deals: Blue Ant, Tubi, OUTtv, Sinking Ship, Fifth Season

Blue Ant Media launches Declassified on the Roku Channel in Canada, Tubi’s newly launched creator program includes a Canadian partnership, and more.