Broadcast Dialogue

Broadcast Dialogue serves as the authoritative publication for Canada’s broadcasting sector. Every Thursday, it delivers the Weekly Briefing to its subscribers through a controlled circulation method.

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Stingray VP Scott Johns announces retirement

1 week ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

Scott Johns, VP of Revenue Management & Local Sales, at Stingray, has announced his retirement after four decades in media. Johns joined Stingray in 2016 as Director of Revenue Management and Local Sales, and was elevated to VP in 2020. In an internal memo provided to Broadcast Dialogue, Stingray Radio President Steve Jones credited Johns with helping guide the company through a difficult period. “Over the past eight years, Scott Johns has guided our local sales and revenue management initiatives.
Canadian Sync Awards nominees announced

1 week ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

The Guild of Music Supervisors, Canada (GMSC), in collaboration with Departure Festival + Conference, has announced this year’s Canadian Sync Awards nominees, celebrating the craft of music supervision in filmed media.
Sarah Cummings recognized with 2025 Trailblazer Award

1 week ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

Sarah Cummings, Director of Radio Content for iHeartRadio Canada and Orbyt Media, is this year’s recipient of the Trailblazer Award. The award – formerly known as the Rosalie Award, in honour of trailblazing CKLW music director Rosalie Trombley – was rebranded earlier this year as the Trailblazer as the organization expands its reach to include women across radio, television and podcasting.
CMPA survey indicates strong support for protecting Canadian culture

1 week ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

Ninety-one per cent of Canadians believe it’s important to protect Canadian culture and identity, in contrast to the influence of the U.S., according to a new Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA) poll released Monday. Abacus Data conducted the survey of 1,800 Canadian adults, 18+, from March 31 to April 3.
'Scott + Ana in the Morning' debuts on Brantford's Lite 92.1

1 week ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

Veteran broadcasters Scott Fox and Ana Almeida have joined Evanov Communications’ Lite 92.1 (CKPC-FM) Brantford as the hosts of “Scott and Ana in the Morning.” Launched Monday morning, the show will air weekdays from 5:30 to 9:00 a.m. Scott Fox joins the show after a short hiatus from radio, following his departure from the morning show on Corus Radio’s 91.5 The Beat (CKBT-FM) Kitchener in December, where he was co-host of The Scott and Kat Show, which was also heard on Energy 95.3 (CING-FM)...
Vista Radio launches simultaneous rebrand of 21 former Bell Media stations

1 week ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

Vista Radio officially becomes the country’s second largest commercial radio broadcast today as its complete the acquisition of 21 former Bell Media stations in B.C. Now operating over 70 stations and digital portals, Vista has undertaken a major rebrand effort away from Bell Media brands like Virgin Radio, MOVE Radio and Bounce Radio, marking one of the largest simultaneous brand refreshes in Canadian radio.
Corus Q2 revenue down 10 per cent year-over-year

1 week ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

Lower demand for radio and television advertising continue to impact Corus Entertainment’s bottom line as the company released second quarter financial results Friday morning. Revenue fell 10% year-over-year to $270.4 million, with the company reporting $251.8 million in television revenue, down from $278.1 million compared to the same quarter a year ago. TV ad revenue fell 13% to $129.5 million. Radio revenue was also down by 14%, falling to $18.5 million, from $21.5 million in Q2 2024.
Quickplay, Ross Video among NAB Show Product of the Year winners

2 weeks ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

NAB Show has unveiled the winners of its 2025 Product of the Year and newly- established Project of the Year Awards. The Product of the Year Awards spotlight the most innovative and forward-thinking new products showcased on the exhibit floor, celebrating breakthrough solutions shaping the future of media, entertainment, and technology. Selected by a panel of industry experts, nominated products must be available for delivery within the 2025 calendar year.
ACTRA Toronto unveils Outstanding Performance on-camera nominees

2 weeks ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

ACTRA Toronto has announced the Outstanding Performance on-camera nominees and lifetime membership recipients for the 23rd ACTRA Awards in Toronto, which will take place Thursday, May 8 at Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning. This year’s awards mark the introduction of two new on-camera categories – Non-Binary/Gender Non-conforming and Commercial.
Amanda Lang named CTV News' Chief Financial Correspondent

2 weeks ago | broadcastdialogue.com | Connie Thiessan

As the world’s eyes are glued to the latest stock market reaction to developments in the ongoing global trade war, Amanda Lang has been named CTV News’ Chief Financial Correspondent. Lang, who has been working with BNN Bloomberg and Bell Media since 2016, will continue to helm Taking Stock, a weekly multi-platform business roundup, that airs Fridays at 3 p.m. ET on BNN Bloomberg, bnnbloomberg.ca, CTV News Channel, CP24, and as a podcast on iHeartRadio Canada.