Mansha Daswani

With COVID-19-related precautions in place, Canada's BRB Pictures has been able to wrap production on its first project, the TV movie Christmas Forgiveness.

A production shutdown in Canada that runs through June will result in the sector taking a C$2.5 billion ($1.8 billion) hit, according to the Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA).

A new report from Canada's Broadcasting and Telecommunications Legislative Review Panel has proposed major changes to the regulatory framework for media and communications companies, including making CBC/Radio-Canada advertising-free and requiring streaming services to invest in local content.

Aeon Studio Group (ASG) has announced plans to build a new television and film production hub in Hamilton, Ontario, encompassing sound stages, post-production facilities, training centers and residential and retail space.

Netflix is leasing studio space at Cinespace Studios and Pinewood Toronto Studios to create a new production hub in Canada.

Quebecor has picked up a minority stake in ComediHa!, which is looking to use the investment to help propel its growth throughout Québec and internationally.

Mélanie Joly, the Minister of Canadian Heritage, today unveiled a plan to boost the country's creative exports with a range of initiatives, including a new funding program.

CRTC, the Canadian media regulatory authority, wants streaming platforms operating in Canada to do a better job of supporting the local content industry.

The president of Bell Media says he is optimistic about the future of the television business, including linear channels, as he crafts a strategy for the company that emphasizes content creation, technological innovation, programming partnerships and live events.

Global has given a sixth-season renewal to Big Brother Canada for 2018 after news of the show going on hiatus enlisted a strong reaction from fans.