Tag: Canadian content

CRTC decisions still leave traditional players shouldering more of Cancon burden,...

The Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB) says while new directives unveiled by the CRTC on Thursday address several longstanding priorities, significant issues remain unresolved,...

OP-ED: If Canada believes in Canadian content, it must also believe...

Submitted by Rod Schween, President, Pattison Media If Canada believes in Canadian content, it must also believe in Canadian media. Canada’s broadcasting system has rules for...

CRTC releases study outlining potential measures to improve Cancon discoverability

The CRTC has released the results of a study on how Canadian audio and audiovisual content, including sports and news, is found, promoted and...

CRTC Cancon revisions reflective of long-awaited change, says IATSE

The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), which represents more than 36,000 behind-the-scenes workers in Canadian film and television, says revisions to the definition...

CRTC redefines audiovisual Cancon points system, streamlines reporting

The CRTC has released an updated definition of what qualifies as an audiovisual "Canadian program," recognizing a broader range of creative roles, among other...

Strombo undertakes cross-country tour spotlighting Canadians’ love for Cancon

Veteran broadcaster George Stroumboulopoulos is undertaking a cross-country tour this summer on behalf of collaborative industry effort, MADE | NOUS, asking Canadians "What Canadian...