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Media outlets start receiving Google payments from Online News Act: journalism group

Media outlets start receiving Google payments from Online News Act: journalism group

Money has started to flow to Canadian news outlets from the $100 million Google agreed to pay them in exchange for an exemption from the Online News Act, the organization administering the fund said.
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Bettman says trade war between Canada, U.S. could cause 'pain' for NHL

Bettman says trade war between Canada, U.S. could cause 'pain' for NHL

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman says any negative effects on the Canadian dollar caused by the Trump administration's tariffs could be "painful" for the league.
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Canadian 'Anora' producer Samantha Quan, Vancouver 'Dune' VFX supervisors among Oscar winners

Canadian 'Anora' producer Samantha Quan, Vancouver 'Dune' VFX supervisors among Oscar winners

"Anora," which had a $6-million budget, led all films with five wins, including for best original screenplay, directing, editing and star Mikey Madison's lead actress upset over Demi Moore.
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Vancouver bars brace for Canada-U.S. clash at 4 Nations Face-Off

Vancouver bars brace for Canada-U.S. clash at 4 Nations Face-Off

Final game set to rival Super Bowl-levels of excitement, say local operators
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International student caps hurting B.C. university sports

International student caps hurting B.C. university sports

Some programs at risk, while many look to diversify revenue to remain competitive
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Local news can help battle disinformation, report finds. But outlets are struggling

Local news can help battle disinformation, report finds. But outlets are struggling

TORONTO — A new report that surveyed residents of small towns across Canada says a lack of local news outlets weakens community ties and affects people's understanding of how government, schools and hospitals function.
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Canadians want more federal ad dollars directed to news media, says survey

Canadians want more federal ad dollars directed to news media, says survey

Majority support funding trusted media as feds resume Meta advertising
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B.C. film industry divided on future use of AI

B.C. film industry divided on future use of AI

Some unions are calling for stricter regulations, while others look to navigate adoption
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Google payments for news organizations to begin later than expected

Google payments for news organizations to begin later than expected

Canadian journalism organizations are having to wait a bit longer for their share of the $100 million Google agreed to pay news outlets to be exempt from the Online News Act.
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Funding for Canadian scripted shows, children's TV facing steep decline, report says

Funding for Canadian scripted shows, children's TV facing steep decline, report says

A report says Canadian scripted shows, children’s programs and documentaries are projected to see a nearly $200 million drop in financing from the country's private broadcasters over the next five years.
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