BCE Inc.’s requests for the federal telecoms regulator to waive local news and Canadian programming requirements for its television stations is the latest signal that Canadian journalism is under threat, say those who study the media industry.
“You see them saying that they want more leeway to cover neighbouring communities, they want more leeway to cover national and international news. People are already getting that stuff,” said Konieczna.
Bell also requested the elimination of a requirement for English-language television stations in metropolitan markets to broadcast at least 14 hours of local programming per week. In Quebec, Bell asked the regulator to do away with its obligations to broadcast at least five hours of local programming per week at its Montreal station.
The report found CTV News led the way in weekly reach among English speakers for traditional news consumption methods. Toronto Metropolitan University School of Journalism chair Janice Neil said Bell could have a viable argument if its requests allow it to shift some resources toward digital platforms.Article content
While the federal government has taken steps to find solutions to the industry’s financial woes, primarily through Bill C-11, the Online Streaming Act, and Bill C-18, the Online News Act, there are concerns neither will be as effective as hoped.Article content
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Toronto mayoral poll tracker: Toronto chooses new mayor today and final opinion polls are inToronto chooses a new mayor today and the final opinion polls are in. They suggest that Olivia Chow ends the race with a lead that is significant but smaller than at any time since the early campaign days.
Read more »
Toronto mayoral election: Polling stations are now open across TorontoTorontonians are heading to the polls on Monday, ready to elect the city’s new mayor in this byelection. Follow thestar.com for live updates.
Read more »
Toronto mayor election live updates: Olivia Chows narrowly wins Toronto mayoral by-electionOlivia Chow will become Toronto’s next mayor, winning a by-election that will see her lead a city facing a housing affordability crisis, concerns about public safety and troubled finances.
Read more »
Toronto election live updates: Olivia Chow is Toronto’s next mayorThe former NDP MP and veteran city councillor clinched the race to replace John Tory Monday after a bruising 12-week campaign that saw her many rivals — including Tory himself — claim her victory would mean disaster for the city.
Read more »
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming weekTORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week:
Read more »