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Media Beat: November 07, 2018

Media Beat: November 07, 2018

By David Farrell

Bell Media sues Videotron for $100M

An unresolved dispute to resolve contract terms for authorized access to Bell Media content by Videotron subscribers has led to this claim for damages. Videotron apparently terminated the original contract in 2016, and both sides have been negotiating ever since. – Sameer Chhabra, Mobile Syrup


Postmedia invests in a platform for pot enthusiasts

The media firm has invested in a company that runs a lifestyle website for "modern cannabis enthusiasts" to help Postmedia assets be at the forefront of cannabis content and solutions in Canada, the media conglomerate said Tuesday. – Canadian Press

Postmedia cuts four provincial dailies to a shorter week

Postmedia Network Inc. says four Ontario newspapers will publish printed or digital editions one less day of the week with no reduction in the subscription price. Affected cities are Kingston, Brockville, Belleville and Chatham. – Canadian Press

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Broadcast and Telco legislative review deadline extended

In response to comments from several parties, the Broadcasting and Telecommunications Legislative Review Panel has decided to extend the deadline for submissions to its Call for Comments until January 11, 2019. Details about the panel’s composition and the review mandate here.

Smart speaker ownership on the rise in Canada

The Consumer Technology Association conducted a survey of Canadians’ technology ownership. While products such as televisions, smartphones, and laptops demonstrated near-ubiquity, smart speakers did show promising signs in the market.

The survey found that 93% of Canadian households own a television, while 86% own a smartphone, and 75% own a notebook, laptop, or netbook. Smart speakers were the fastest-growing segment for Canada, with ownership rising 12 percentage points from 2017. The results showed that 15% of Canadian households now own the devices. – Anna Washenko, RAIN News

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Unison Fund Launches Relief Program For Canadian Music Workers Affected By Los Angeles Fires

The Canadian charity announced its new Natural Disaster Relief Fund, which provides $2,500 in direct support to music workers.

Canadian music industry charity Unison Fund has launched a new support program for music workers affected by the Los Angeles fires.

The Natural Disaster Relief Program provides one-time payments of $2,500 to Canadian music workers facing losses from natural disasters, including the wildfires.

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