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Shaftesbury and its award-winning digital media division, Smokebomb Entertainment, today announced casting and production details for State of Syn, a groundbreaking science fiction digital project. Read the rest of this entry »

CIBC, the first bank in Canada to deliver a mobile banking app in 2010, has announced the launch of a Mobile Banking App designed specifically for the iPad. Today’s launch makes CIBC the first major bank in Canada to deliver a native iPad mobile banking app, building on CIBC’s leadership in mobile financial services. The app enables CIBC clients to bank on their iPad using new interactive graphics and visuals, and leverages the full screen and capabilities of the iPad. Read the rest of this entry »

Bell Media confirmed today the order of an additional 13 episodes of its compelling original series, The L.A. Complex. Production begins in Toronto and Los Angeles in mid-April. Produced by Emmy^®-nominated Epitome Pictures (DeGrassi) and executive produced, written, and directed by Martin Gero (HBO’s Bored To Death), The L.A. Complex is a no-holds-barred, character-driven relationship drama that follows the exploits of young hopefuls in search of stardom in Hollywood. Slated to premiere on MuchMusic this July, new episodes will feature new characters and storylines. U.S. broadcaster The CW, which picked up the existing six episodes in January, premieres The L.A. Complex, April 24. Read the rest of this entry »

At its Regular Meeting of the Board on March 27, 2012, Peel District School Board trustees approved the transfer of $7 million from its Working Fund Reserve to cover the cost of information technology infrastructure to support the board’s Vision for Learning and Instructional Technology Plan (PDF). The result will transform access to technology in Peel schools. Read the rest of this entry »

Many of you may have had dreams of making it big in Hollywood. The fame, the fortune, your name in lights – a mighty big lure! Most won’t get there of course but what if you had an opportunity to have your name on the big screen as a credit in an independently shot film while giving local talent a chance at success? What if that movie becomes a huge hit? Read the rest of this entry »

Videotron announced late yesterday that it has chosen Cisco’s HD set-top box platform to deploy the next generation of its enhanced illico digital TV service. Videotron will use the Cisco Explorer® 8642 HD-DVR and 4642 HD set-top boxes to deliver a best-in-class enhanced entertainment experience. Available in the province of Quebec, illico TV New Generation offers a new customer experience including advanced video services and faster navigation. Read the rest of this entry »

Out in force at MIPTV 2012 with representatives of 61 companies, Canada’s multiscreen industry is offering unforgettable experiences for worldwide audiences by focusing on innovation in creativity, business models, technologies and viewer relations. Several Canadian productions screening at MIPTV, April 1-4, 2012, have also been invited by the Canada Media Fund to showcase at MIPCube, a new forum that will bring together the architects of the future of TV at the Gare Maritime on March 30 and 31. Read the rest of this entry »

DHX Media Ltd. is pleased to announce that it has signed its first content deal with Netflix, the world’s leading internet subscription TV and film content viewing platform. The video-streaming provider has acquired three DHX Media-produced preschool series: Franny’s Feet, Bo On The Go! and Mighty Junglefor its expanding kids’ entertainment offering. Read the rest of this entry »

A shocking betrayal is exposed, a band’s fate hangs in the balance, a villainous vampire returns and a winner is finally revealed. That’s right, it’s finale week for TELETOON‘s “Can’t Miss Thursdays” programming block – and the shows are only half the fun of these season finales. Read the rest of this entry »

The first edition of the Rallye Montréal inc. will take place Wednesday, May 23, as of 1 p.m. This unique and recreational event organized by the Fondation du maire: le Montréal inc. de demain challenges you to gather your team and explore Montreal’s downtown core on a BIXI, to discover clues and take on challenges that may lead you to victory. Read the rest of this entry »