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Degrassi finds way in the app world
Toronto-based XMG is behind the show’s new mobile extension.
Marblemedia’s Mark Bishop on Nextmedia, transmedia
In a series of short videos from the Banff World Media Festival, Playback talks to industry leaders on their areas of expertise.
Rogers to CRTC on TV sports rights – keep it separate, sucker
Rogers Communications is the first of Canada’s four major mediacos to be grilled this week by the CRTC over how they do business in a multi-platform media landscape.
Canada’s wireless costs below international average: study
A new Telus-commissioned report by Nordicity states that Canadians are getting a fair deal when it comes to wireless.
Sean Farnel departs as Hot Docs’ top programmer
The veteran Canadian film programmer leaves a goodbye message on his website, saying he’s “embracing the notion of having some room to roam.”
Bell Media options Canuck novels
The company’s SVP of independent production, Corrie Coe, tells Playback Daily about selecting the works.
CRTC: Has the CBC strayed from its pubcaster mandate?
Do Canadians want CBC or CBC-lite? The CRTC wants to know as it launches an online consultation ahead of upcoming radio and TV license renewal hearings.
Four Quebec films get $675,000 in Quebecor coin
The mediaco has handed out second-round financing to four Quebec producers and three distributors.
Don Cherry sequel entering production
The cameras start rolling in Winnipeg for Keep Your Head Up Kid: The Sequel.
Casting Workbook crosses the pond
The casting software company launches in London, bringing with it access to Canadian talent.
Cosmopolis lands Telefilm funds
The David Cronenberg-directed film, starring Robert Pattinson, is currently shooting in Toronto.
Revived Hollywood North celebrates at William F. White Centre
The ribbon will be cut June 23 at the new facility in west Toronto as the industry toasts its post-recession rebound.
Mongrel Media acquires Sundance audience award winner
The arthouse film distributor picks up the Canadian distribution rights to the Maryam Keshavarz film, Circumstance.
CTV News exec Joanne MacDonald to oversee CP24
Bell Media puts the long-time CTV News exec in charge of CP24 as it sets to face off against Rogers Media’s CityNews Channel this fall.
Loyalist College launches 3D video production program
Thanks to a federal grant, the Belleville, Ontario school and WhistleStop Productions have set up The Headland 3D Centre of Excellence.
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