TV

Cineflix, Talesmith partner on T-Rex doc

The one-hour special was jointly commissioned by BBC, CBC and France Televisions.

Boat Rocker acquires Proper Television, Proper Rights

Proper execs Lesia Capone and Cathie James become co-presidents under the terms of the new deal, which follows the passing of founder and president Guy O’Sullivan in April.

Canadians bask in Handmaid’s Tale Emmy afterglow

Producers on the series reflect on a wild week that saw the Margaret Atwood story make Emmy history just as production started on season two.

Rick Mercer Report to end after 15th season

The final season premieres on CBC tomorrow.

Marni Shulman lands at Wow Unlimited

The addition of the former shomi exec is Wow’s second C-suite hire of the month.

Indigenous voices on the rise: Trevor Mack

With a second TIFF premiere under his belt, the Grandmother director is spying a move to TV.

Deals: Portfolio, Quebecor, OUTtv

Portfolio Entertainment has signed its first deal with Chinese VOD iQiYi, Quebecor Content picks up five series for Club illico, plus more deals.

Global orders more Private Eyes

The eOne drama adds a third season to its roster, with 12 episodes in development.

Zee Entertainment expands into Canada

The Indian media company has launched a production company in Vancouver focused on developing content for TV and digital platforms.

Can The Launch take off internationally?

Randy Lennox lays out his plan to bring the series worldwide through big stars like Shania Twain and Fergie and a responsive format.

Indigenous voices on the rise: Roxann Whitebean

Keep your eye on the Thunder Blanket writer/director/producer, who is boldly tackling the personal, political and otherworldly to build her body of work.

Hot Sheet

Hot Sheet: Digital Demand Sept. 12 to 18, 2017

Narcos tops the chart, with Emmy-winning The Handmaid’s Tale at #4 and Castlevania at #9.