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Mansha Daswani

Mansha Daswani is the editor-in-chief and associate publisher of World Screen. She can be reached on mdaswani@worldscreen.com.

Report Proposes Changes to Canadian Media Regulations

January 30, 2020

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.

New TV and Film Production Hub for Ontario

June 18, 2019

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.

Quebecor Invests in ComediHa!

November 21, 2018

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.

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New Export Funding Program for Canada

June 26, 2018

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.

Bell Media’s Randy Lennox

September 15, 2017

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.