CRTC sets thresholds, conditions for online services

Online undertakings that meet the threshold are expected to register with the CRTC by Nov. 28.

On Screen Manitoba names new executive director

Lindsay Somers will join the non-profit organization in the role on Nov. 6.

Canada’s Ultimate Challenge season two kicks off in St. John’s

Brandon Gonez has been tapped to host the second season of the CBC reality competition series, now in production.

Damon D’Oliveira appointed as CMPA chair

The producers association unveiled its board of directors for the 2023-25 term following its annual general meeting.

TVO publishes ‘final offer’ to CMG to end strike

UPDATED: Union workers at the Ontario public broadcaster have been on strike since Aug. 21.

Telefilm selects 18 projects for 2023-24 Talent to Watch

The films will receive a shared total of $3.6 million from Telefilm and the Talent Fund.

Terre Innue fulfills a promise with Telling Our Story

The five-year journey behind the docuseries that features 11 First Nations telling their own histories, ahead of its CBC TV debut on Sept. 30.

In Brief: Shine Network Institute, NSI launch PACT course

Plus: a Canadian documentary is up for an International Emmy, the CRTC sets a deadline for CBC/Radio-Canada’s Indigenous consultations, and more.

Cinespace expands U.S. footprint with studio acquisitions

The studio operator has acquired two facilities from EUE/Screen Gems, including the filming location for Netflix’s Stranger Things.

PBS Kids acquires Atomic’s Rocket Saves the Day

The one-hour preschool special is an adaptation of Tad Hills’ popular picture books.

Antica, TellTale appoint podcast, TV development team

The companies have set four appointments to support the creation of IP across all platforms.

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Hot Sheet: Ahsoka jumps in demand in Canada

Meanwhile Sesame Street returned to the overall TV demand chart at No. 2

SODEC announces new program for digital immersive producers

The program will support companies with a business strategy for the creation and promotion of Quebec-based IP.

Corus cancels Entertainment Tonight Canada

The final episode of the show, which has run for 18 seasons, will air on Oct. 6.

Spin Master in production on third PAW Patrol movie

The film was announced ahead of the release of PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie and is a coproduction with Nickelodeon Movies.