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Sales and distribution round-up
Entertainment One and Tricon Film & Television each sold off rights to nine properties, in what was a busy week for Canadians expanding their properties’ global reach.
Picnicface not renewed, launches campaign
The Halifax-based sketch comedy troupe is asking fans to sign a petition to save the show, following the news that Bell Media has not put in a second season re-order.
Film industry insiders to stage protest at Hot Docs
Filmmakers, festival reps and documentary fans will use the festival as a platform Friday to draw attention to the threats facing the documentary genre.
Rogers expands Citytv into Quebec and Western Canada
The regional TV stations continue evolving into a national network, as Rogers Media acquires Channel Zero’s Metro14 Montreal and inks an affiliate agreement with the Jim Pattinson Broadcast Group.
Telefilm Canada plans additional $7.9 million in programming cuts over two years
The newest cuts stem from a $10.6 million cut over three years to its Parliamentary subsidy from Ottawa.
Teletoon sets launch date for Cartoon Network in Canada
In the lead-up to the ad-supported channel’s launch, Teletoon will broadcast a series of weekly nested programming blocks with shows from Cartoon Network and Adult Swim, starting May 5.
CTV unveils summer schedule, Saving Hope to debut June 7
The top-rated Canadian network will also debut the third season of The Listener from Shaftesbury Films from May 30.
Bell/Rogers deal to buy MLSE cleared by Competition Bureau
The deal still has to be approved by the CRTC and respective sports leagues.
Jeanne Beker provides details on what’s next for her career
The style maven tells Playback about her plans for a multi-platform program anchored more closely to viewers’ own lives.
Bell reports stronger net earnings in soft TV ad market
Parent company BCE credited its year-over-year period growth in part to the creation of Bell Media, formed when the company purchased CTV.
Bell Fund and CMPA team up for digital media mentorship program
The program will pair TV and new media producers and equip them with the technical, business and creative skills to succeed in the digital industry.
Sanctuary leads nomination field for Leo Awards
Other multiple nominees at B.C. upcoming film and TV awards include Carl Bessai’s Brothers & Sisters, a feature that garnered a dozen nods.
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