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Broadcasters submit amended group licence renewal recommendations
On the English-language side, Bell Media and Corus both said they would be prepared to increase the baseline for PNI spending to 6%, but with a caveat.
Reelworld’s Gave Lindo moves to CBC
The former executive director of the Reelworld Film Festival joins the programming team under Sally Catto.
Gusto opens new Ottawa studio
The Bell Media partnership, robust production schedules and global ambitions prompted the $1 million investment in the 13,000 square-foot space.
CBC launches ad-free paid TV app
The OTT offering allows for live streaming of the pubcaster’s 14 regional channels, as well as on-demand viewing of its shows and exclusive digital content.
Tassie Cameron’s prolific strategy
Seven shows in 18 months, international acclaim for her killer ideas and a budding prodco – what can’t Playback‘s Person of the Year do?
Cogeco fund moves under IPF umbrella in restructure
As a result of declining revenues, all of the Montreal-based BDU’s contributions to independent production funds will be directed to and administered by the IPF.
Jenn Kuzmyk named exec director of BANFF
The former director of international distribution at Proper Rights will head up all commercial activities and partnerships related to the festival.
Playback Winter 2017
From Playback winter issue, interim editor Megan Haynes on speaking up to shift the balance of power.
CMF launches $2.6M export-focused development program
In addition, CMF has partnered with the Quebecor Fund on a pilot program aimed at stimulating the export of domestic projects from Quebec-based producers.
Vikings maintains robust ratings in season five premiere
The international coproduction drew an overnight audience of 463,500 viewers (2+) as it returned on History.
In brief: Carmilla to make TV debut in Hollywood Suite marathon
Plus: Sophie Bonspille Boileau wins the WIDC Feature Film Award at Whistler, the CRTC denies Rogers’ OMNI Regional request, plus more.
Mary Kills People, Cardinal returns set for January
On the back of strong critical reception and significant international sales, the hour-long dramas are returning to Global and CTV, respectively.
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