Can Con requirements?

For broadcast stations, the CRTC presently requires that 60% yearly, and at least 50% of programming aired daily from 6:00 pm to midnight must be of Canadian origin. In May 2011 the CanCon requirement for private television broadcasters was lowered to 55% yearly.

What percentage of radio content must be Canadian?

The rules specified that 30 per cent of songs on radio station playlists must be Canadian if a radio station wanted a licence to operate in Canada. But Canadian content laws got a bumpy start before anyone could know what they would mean for the Canadian music industry.

What does the MAPL system refer to?

The MAPL system – defining a Canadian song Within these regulations, four elements are used to qualify songs as being Canadian: Music, Artist, Performance and Lyrics (MAPL). The MAPL system is designed primarily to increase exposure of Canadian musical performers, lyricists and composers to Canadian audiences.

How do they decide what qualifies as a Canadian TV program or series?

So what makes it Canadian?

• the producer must be Canadian and is responsible for monitoring and making decisions pertaining to the program;
• the production earns a minimum of 6 out of 10 points based on the key creative functions that are performed by Canadians;

Why is Hockey Canada’s game?

The early versions of the game were based on rugby as it was primarily British immigrants who settled the country. This early version didn’t even allow the puck to be passed forward. A few years later, an event in Montreal solidified hockey as a sport.

Why is Canadian content important?

Broadcasting plays a critical role in helping build and support our Canadian identity. The CRTC then sets policies and rules to ensure that those objectives are put into practice in Canada’s broadcasting system.

Do Canadian radios have to play Canadian music?

English-language and French-language stations must ensure that at least 35% of the Popular Music they broadcast each week is Canadian content. Commercial radio stations also have to ensure that at least 35% of the Popular Music broadcast between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday is Canadian content.

How does CRTC protect Canadian culture?

The CRTC enhances the safety and interests of Canadians by promoting compliance with the Unsolicited Telecommunications Rules (UTRs), including those associated with the National DNCL that gives Canadians the choice whether to receive telemarketing calls. For more information, see National Do Not Call List.

Why does Cancon exist?

“CanCon” is Canadian content — TV shows, music, movies, and more — that meets a set of rigid criteria defined by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) and Canada’s Broadcasting Act. It was dreamed up in the 1970s to boost the success of Canadian cultural content.

What is the role of the CRTC in Canada?

Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission. We are an administrative tribunal that operates at arm’s length from the federal government. We are dedicated to ensuring that Canadians have access to a world-class communication system that promotes innovation and enriches their lives.

What is considered Canadian music?

Canada has produced many of the genre’s most significant groups and performers, while contributing significantly to the development of the most popular subgenres, which include alternative rock, pop rock, progressive rock, country rock, folk rock, hard rock, punk rock, metal and indie rock.

When did Canada become a country?

The British Parliament passed the British North America Act in 1867. The Dominion of Canada was officially born on July 1, 1867. Until 1982, July 1 was celebrated as “Dominion Day” to commemorate the day that Canada became a self-governing Dominion. Today it is officially known as Canada Day.

What is Bill C 10 Canada?

An Act to amend the Broadcasting Act (Bill C-10) is a proposed Canadian federal legislation, introduced on November 3, 2020 by Minister of Canadian Heritage Steven Guilbeault during the second session of the 43rd Canadian Parliament.

Does Canada have a Hollywood?

The city has been associated with the nickname ‘Hollywood North’ since the late 1970s, due to its role as a production centre for both domestic and international film projects. With the TOFO Ontario is the only Canadian province to have an office in Hollywood.

What is a Canadian certification?

It proves that a person is qualified to work in a certain skilled trade in Canada. This means that they: have passed a certification exam, and. meet all the requirements to practice their trade in that province or territory.