Quebecor files complaint over CBC’s French-language SVOD
President and CEO Pierre Karl Peladeau stated Ici Tout.TV Extra is an “alarming departure” from the pubcaster’s mission by placing content behind a subscription fee.
BBC director-general Tony Hall announces exit
News of Hall’s departure comes six months after CBC and BBC committed to future collaborations across scripted, factual, podcasting and other areas.
Digital and linear both popular, but viewers want customization
TiVo’s research zeroes in on the most popular genres, the best bundles and what the perfect combination of channels would be for Canadians.
Corus partners with Neshama, Champlain on original MOWs
The broadcaster has 50 films on its slate, some of which aired during 2019′s Countdown to Christmas, as part of a commitment to boost independent Canadian production.
CMF awards over $13M across four programs
Plus, the inaugural edition of the WildBrain-CMF Kids & Family Development Program saw projects from Conquering Lion Pictures and Zone3 nab funding.
Deals: CBC, 9 Story, Northern Banner
CBC licenses more than 100 episodes of kids content from 9 Story’s distribution portfolio, Telus Storyhive-backed Abracadavers lands international deals, and more.
Kew temporarily ceases TSX trading after OSC order
The order from the Ontario Securities Commission comes after Kew said certain financial reports from the past four years “should no longer be relied upon.”
Hot Sheet: Digital Demand for Jan. 7 to 13, 2020
The Mandalorian comes out on top, while Letterkenny claims the #7 spot on the Digital Original list.
In brief: Unite Central heads to Berlin’s copro market
Plus: eOne clears the final regulatory hurdle in its Hasbro deal, Touchwood PR adds to its publicity team and Super Channel promotes Kimberley Ball.
Blue Ant Int’l sells over 320 hours of content ahead of NATPE
Broadcasters in Canada, the U.S. and Latin America have picked up factual titles such as Cold Valley and scripted content, including Gary and His Demons.
Canadian projects land world debuts at SXSW
Shudder docuseries Cursed Films from Toronto’s First Love Films and director Malcolm Ingram’s Clerk are among the select few headed to the Texas festival.
Kew auditor Grant Thornton LLP withdraws reports
Kew said the auditor is withdrawing the reports as a “result of the actions” of its former CFO and its “inability to rely on representations he made.”
Murdoch Mysteries hits milestone 200th episode
Peter Mitchell and Christina Jennings on how Murdoch weathered the storm to become one of the most enduring hits in Canadian TV history.
Anne with an E, D.N.Ace lead ACTRA Toronto nominations
Both series earned four nominations apiece, while digital series Tokens made award history with two nominations, including for its ensemble.
Photo Gallery: 2020 TFCA Gala - L to R: Kate Alexander Daniels with TFCA Stella Artois Jay Scott prize winner Deragh Campbell and Amanda Brugel.
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