Abstract: During the past 40 years there have been many instances in which media coverage of terrorist events was problematic and irresponsible, evoking public criticism and antagonizing the authorities. This article aims to shed light on the intricate relationships between…

Abstract: This paper undertakes a case study into the impact of corporate concentration on the newsroom at CKCK (CTV) Television in Regina, Saskatchewan. By comparing the newsgathering operation from the late 1980s with the one in operation today, changes to…

Abstract: A content analysis of U.S. and Canadian news magazines was conducted to determine the incidence of revenge words and phrases following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attack on the Twin Towers, New York; whether revenge was associated with justifications…

Abstract: Wireless E9-1-1 is an interesting case in the capacity of industry voluntary efforts to meet public interest obligations, in part because the CRTC has largely forborne from regulating the wireless sector under current competition policy. Results to date are…

Abstract: Specialty channels in Canada earn revenues from cable carriage that are rarely commensurate with their audience size. These revenues are potentially so lucrative that prospective operators often make unrealistic promises to the CRTC regarding the channels’ original and Canadian…