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Media Beat: April 25, 2018

By David Farrell

CRTC releases amendments for low power radio stations

A growing trend to flouting the conditions set out in the Broadcast Act has the regulator tightening its regulatory policy for low-power radio stations, but it still deals a weak hand when it comes to shutting down repeat offenders


CRTC call for a new commissioner

With Stephen Simpson’s seat becoming vacant on June 22, the regulator is seeking a new CRTC commissioner for British Columbia and the Yukon. Applicant details here.

Sinclair Broadcasting’s hostile takeover

The right-wing behemoth helped put Trump in the White House. Now the president's returning the favour– setting up Sinclair to be the next Fox News – Ben Wofford, Rolling Stone

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Here’s How Much Canadians Across the Country Are Listening to AM/FM Radio
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Here’s How Much Canadians Across the Country Are Listening to AM/FM Radio

A new report from Numeris finds that over 80% of listeners in Montreal, Edmonton and Calgary continue “to rely on AM/FM radio as a trusted companion throughout their day.”

Canadians are tuning in.

A recent Numeris study has found that a high percentage of Canadians are listening to the radio — 81% to be exact.

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