TV

Mark Starowicz to leave CBC

After almost five decades at the pubcaster, the long-time exec is leaving CBC to start a new career path as an independent producer.

Strong growth in 4K TV sales forecast for Canada

U.K.-based Futuresource Consulting expects 350,000 4K TVs will be sold in Canada in 2015 as prices come down and consumer awareness rises.

TVA Group posts second quarter loss

TV and print ad softness lead to a posted net loss, but the company recorded growth in its sports division.

Welcome to Sweden dropped by NBC

The comedy series, produced by eOne, FLX, Syskon and TV4 and executive produced by Amy Poehler (pictured), aired on Sundays at 8 p.m. on the U.S. net.

Discovery reveals fall slate, season renewals

Four Canadian shows have received greenlights for new seasons, including Highway Thru Hell (pictured).

Production, post revenues reach $5B in 2013: StatsCan

The film, television and video production industry generated $4.2 billion in operating revenue in 2013, while the post industry pulled in $784.1 million, new reports from StatsCan say.

Hot Sheet

Hot Sheet: Top 30 TV programs July 13, 2015 to July 19, 2015

Amazing Race Canada tops the chart for the week of July 13 to July 19, with Rookie Blue in the #4 spot.

Muse’s Tut ‘spikes’ ratings in U.S.

The Muse Entertainment miniseries drew Spike TV’s highest average viewership in eight years for the 9 to 11 p.m. slot.

Slasher goes to camera, reveals cast

Production on the psychological thriller Slasher will take place in Northern Ontario. (Series star Katie McGrath pictured.)

Picture Box picks up four kids series

Two Canadian animated series are among the latest titles the Vancouver- and Toronto-based distributor has added to its roster.

News

Fairfax takes majority stake in Temple Street

Prem Watsa’s holding company is now a majority shareholder in the Toronto-based prodco, with staff and management staying on.

Hot Sheet

Hot Sheet: Top 20 DVDs July 6, 2015 to July 12, 2015

Get Hard holds onto the top spot for another week, with Monster High: Scaris City of Frights at #2 and Kingsman: The Secret Service at #3.