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Canadian OTT subscriptions expected to leap 15%: Convergence
The report also found a drop in Canadian cable, satellite and telco TV subscribers in 2024.
Insight, Groupe Fair-Play form development partnership
The partnership will focus on formats and series for Canadian and international markets.
Veteran exec Angela Jennings co-founds Skywild Pictures
Tom Hastings, former Paramount+ Canada head of original programming, has boarded the Toronto-based company as VP, development.
YMA to honour Marney Malabar and Lindsay Lee
Malabar will take home the Outstanding Achievement Award, while Lee will receive the Emerging Talent Award at the Youth Media Alliance Awards of Excellence on May 28.
Bell Media acquires majority stake in Sphere Abacus
Sphere Media acquired Sphere Abacus, formerly known as Abacus Media Rights, in 2024.
2025 CSA nominations revealed
Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent and Universal Language lead the television and film categories, respectively.
Tyson Media secures bobsledding, skeleton filming rights
The Vancouver-based company is in discussion with TV and streaming networks to air its three-part bobsled docuseries Redemption Run.
KO Distribution secures raft of sales and format options
Sales include the intergenerational comedy Lakay Nou and the format for the variety series Zenith.
Deals: Lightdox, OUTtv, Blue Ant Studios, JFE
Lightdox acquires Amalie Atkins’ feature documentary, OUTtv launches first channel in Asia, and more.
Hot Sheet: Invincible tops overall Canadian TV demand
The adult animated superhero series released its season three finale on March 13.
Screen Nova Scotia acquires soundstage facility for $5M
The 20-acre property includes multiple buildings to accommodate the different needs of film and television production.
Blink49 Studios expands scripted television team
Playback’s 5 to Watch alumna Mackenzie Donaldson and former Amazon Studios exec Andy Bourne are reporting to Carolyn Newman, EVP, global scripted television.
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