The sector continues to generate significant economic benefits for the Canadian economy, contributing $11.04 billion to Canada’s GDP in 2023/24. However, total production volume declined by 18.5 per cent compared to last year, contrary to the level of growth seen in prior years.
The Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA) submitted a petition to the Minister of Canadian Heritage, asking him to set aside, or refer back, the CRTC’s Licence Renewal decision for the CBC, released in June.