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The Bottom Line

The future of local television broadcasting, including CTV in Edmonton, is at stake. Local news is the foundation of the Canadian broadcasting system. If we cut local roots, we lose something invaluable as a nation. At CTV we want to see local television continue to strengthen our communities.

The Problem

Current regulations in Canada allow cable and satellite companies to take CTV programming without compensation. These companies then charge you, the consumer, for the programming they take for free. Most TV subscribers in Canada hold the false belief that part of their basic monthly bills goes to their local TV stations. This isn't true. Television service providers, including cable and satellite companies, are reaping huge profits at the direct expense of local Canadian TV stations that are going out of business. As a consumer, you are at risk of losing your local station.

The Solution

Local TV stations, like CTV should receive compensation from cable and satellite companies that carry our local programming. To protect consumers, we are calling for a review of how cable and satellite companies bundle and bill consumers for the TV channels you choose. We support consumer choice.

Get Informed and Take Action

Keep local TV news and programming available in your community. Take action online right now. Sign the petition. Write to the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Heritage, or contact your local MP (there's a guide on this page to help you find him/her) and let them know you value local TV. Let your voice be heard before local television is silenced forever.

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WRITE TO MINISTER MOORE, add your own message...

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