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Corus Entertainment
Corus focuses on digital strategy as TV revenue declines in Q2
President and CEO Doug Murphy discussed a digital advertising “tipping point” and reduced programming from U.S. networks in a call with investors.
Corus Entertainment restructures content leadership team
The restructures see Lisa Godfrey depart Corus Studios, with Rachel Nelson overseeing all Corus drama and unscripted commissions, along with changes at Nelvana and Waterside Studios.
Corus Entertainment consolidated revenue falls by 14% in Q1
President and CEO Doug Murphy said its programming has normalized as U.S. scripted content returns, but the timing of ad revenue recovery remains unknown.
Broadcasters reveal top-rated Canadian shows for 2023
CTV’s Sullivan’s Crossing emerged as the top-rated Canadian drama, while The Amazing Race Canada maintained its lead in unscripted.
Toon Boom Animation hires Colin Bohm as CEO
Bohm joins Toon Boom two months after his departure from Corus Entertainment.
Corus tells CRTC new costs should not include domestic broadcasters
The Path Forward: the Shaw Rocket Fund, Accessible Media Inc., and Digital First Canada also spoke at the CRTC hearings on Wednesday.
Deals: Syndicado, W Network, Gusto, Nelvana
Syndicado picks up worldwide rights to Lone Eagle’s Harold Ballard doc, W Network acquires exclusives for Countdown to Christmas programming, plus more.
Corus CEO talks CRTC, financial challenges in year-end results
The broadcaster reported a 5% decline in consolidated revenue for the 2023 fiscal year.
CRTC to consider Corus licence changes after call for urgency
The Commission says the unique circumstances of Corus’ financial situation has merited “immediate consideration” of its proposed amendments.
Colin Bohm to depart Corus, Troy Reeb assumes expanded role
The broadcaster has eliminated Bohm’s role of EVP content and strategy amid a streamline of its programming model.
Corus-owned studios secure sales, development deals
Waterside Studios will develop two adaptations of Marcela Citterio novels, while Corus Studios has announced sales of more than 2,300 hours of content.
Corus cancels Entertainment Tonight Canada
The final episode of the show, which has run for 18 seasons, will air on Oct. 6.
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