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CBC merges drama and comedy as programming shakeup continues
The twin divisions will be merged into one department, scripted prime time, to be headed up by ex-comedy chief Jenny Hacker.
Former CBC exec Jennifer Stewart moves to ACCT
Stewart comes on board as director of marketing and development as the organization prepares for a national film and TV celebration.
FX Canada, CityNews expand reach to Cogeco Digital TV
The networks (FX Canada pictured here) became available on the digital TV provider Tuesday, as Rogers continues its strategy to compete nationally.
eOne revenue up as Alliance Films acquisition talks continue
Growth in its film and TV business offset slowing revenue declines in eOne’s wholesale distribution business, the Canadian media group reported in its interim financial statement.
It’s official: Netflix is profitable in Canada
“We achieved a small contribution profit in Canada in Q2 and expect to remain profitable in this market going forward,” the U.S. video streaming giant said Tuesday as it released its latest financial results.
CTV orders up more of The Listener, Saving Hope
The network ordered 13 episodes each of the original homegrown dramas (The Listener pictured here), both shot in Toronto.
Katie Ford: “It’s a special time” for Canuck scribes in Tinseltown
The veteran TV writer wants to create a boot camp setting in Canada for local screenwriters to get invaluable experience before heading down to Los Angeles to master their craft.
Rogers posts lower Q2 earnings on stiff competition
The media giant is facing increasing headwinds, including lower smartphone bills and a soft radio and TV ad market.
HGTV unveils new website and fall slate
The lifestyle specialty channel has overhauled its website, and introduced its new fall shows, including a new offering from Mike Holmes.
Hot Sheet: Top 30 TV programs July 9 to July 15, 2012
The Big Bang Theory sets an ‘ion’ the top TV spot for the week of July 9 to July 15, 2012.
Hot Sheet: Top 20 DVDs July 2 to July 8, 2012
21 Jump Street is the top-selling DVD for the week of July 2 to July 8, 2012.
Megan Martin: It’s Canadian screenwriters’ time to shine
“It’s very good, if you’re serious about writing, to put yourself in that (L.A.) market and see how you do,” the Canadian scribe told Playback.
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