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Canadian industry initiated 67 copros in 2014: Telefilm
Copro activity in Canada increased for the second year running in 2014, with budgets totaling $527 million, Telefilm Canada reported. (Canada/France copro Versailles pictured.)
Demographic gap in TV viewing habits growing: CRTC
A new communications report from the regulator shows a growing chasm in how different demos engage with television.
TV advertising remains soft, but subscriber fees, sports see growth
Rogers, Shaw and Corus all released financials Thursday morning, with all reporting softer advertising revenue for TV but some finding increased strength in other areas.
CMF distributes $5M across 17 projects
Docs about boxer Rubin “Hurricane” Carter, explorer Jeff Fuchs and mermaids are among 17 docs to receive support from the Canada Media Fund.
Meridian Artists expands into publishing
The agency has hired veteran book agent Amy Moore-Benson (pictured) to help build its new division.
Women’s representation in film, TV production not improving: report
The research from Women in View on Screen assessed the representation of women in feature film, television series and web series.
CRTC launches production fund consultation
As promised in last spring’s Let’s Talk TV decisions, the regulator is asking for the public to weigh in on its review of certified independent production funds.
Walmart brings toy testing to TV with Corus
The retailer has partnered with Corus for a two-part TV special produced by Tricon Films and Television that aims to get its top toys in front of gift buyers before the holidays.
WIFT-T names 2015 Crystal Awards winners
First Generation Films’ Christina Piovesan (pictured) and Accent Entertainment’s Susan Cavan are among those recognized for their contributions to TV, film and digital media.
CBC/Radio-Canada wins 2022, 2024 Olympic broadcast rights
The pubcaster will be the primary broadcaster for the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games and the 2024 Olympic Games, with Bell Media and Rogers Media as partners.
Hot Sheet: Top 30 TV programs Oct. 5, 2015 to Oct. 11, 2015
The first episode of Murdoch Mysteries season nine is at #28 for the week of Oct. 5 to 11, followed by Saving Hope at #29.
Laurie McAllister joins ACTRA Toronto
McAllister replaces Mimi Wolch – who has moved to Film Ontario – as the union’s new director of independent and broadcast production.
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