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Accessible Media Inc. (AMI) announced today that it has wrapped season three of its unique, cornerstone program, Accessibility in Action, and fans can expect episode one to hit the small screen this September. The weekly show, which airs on AMI-tv, features guests who share inspirational stories about overcoming tremendous adversities and explores topics rarely discussed when talking about disabilities. Hosted by Gemini award-winning broadcaster Joanne Smith, AIA empowers and encourages those living with disabilities and aims to break down barriers. Read the rest of this entry »

Summer is here and Camp TELETOON is kicking off a whole new season of hit programming and online activities. From Monday, July 2 to Friday, August 30, kids can start every weekday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET/PT with huge laughs by checking out a programming lineup jam-packed with the new TELETOON original series Camp Lakebottom and hit shows like Lego Ninjago, Dreamworks Dragons: Riders of Berk, Rocket Monkeys, Johnny Test and The Looney Tunes Show. As an added bonus, Camp TELETOON will feature a different blockbuster movie every Friday at 10 a.m. ET/PT. Read the rest of this entry »

It’s the bottom of the ninth and the team is down two-zero… It’s Charlie Brown’s chance to be a hero. Will the Peanuts gang win the biggest baseball game of the summer? Charlie Brown’s All Stars! magically springs to life in this charming interactive storybook designed for your tablet or smartphone. Peanuts fans will delight in sharing this classic story of team spirit and friendship for a whole new generation of underdogs, Loud Crow Interactive is pleased to announce that Charlie Brown’s All Stars is available now on iTunes for the introductory price of $1.99 (Reg $4.99), for a limited time. Read the rest of this entry »

Social media management system developer HootSuite has announced a new integration with Attensity, a California-based leader in multichannel contact center solutions for enterprise customer care groups, including customer service teams, contact centers, community managers and customer intelligence teams. HootSuite Enterprise enables global organizations to launch social campaigns, identify and grow audiences, and distribute targeted messages across multiple social channels. By integrating with Attensity’s automated workflows and reporting capabilities, HootSuite Enterprise clients can streamline workflows including: Read the rest of this entry »

Vancouver-based Muprime Technology Inc. has announced a significant addition to their product line with ExpoArtist. The purpose of ExpoArtist is to help companies overcome the challenges of standing out and managing leads at trade shows. It is an innovative solution to this problem, as a lead generation and management tool it is designed to attract participants and engage with them. Read the rest of this entry »

For businesses in Canada’s North to create jobs for tomorrow’s economy, the region’s communications infrastructure must be upgraded in a competitive, innovative environment, not in the de facto monopoly atmosphere, a CRTC hearing has been told. Read the rest of this entry »

Top Chef Masters, the nail-biting competition featuring some of North America’s master chefs is back and this season includes celebrated Canadian chef and much loved Food Network host, Lynn Crawford (Pitchin’ In, Chef-Owner of Ruby Watchco).  Alongside her sous chef Lora Kirk (Ruby Watchco), Chef Lynn is competing against 12 fellow award-winning chefs and their sous chefs for the title of ‘Top Chef Master’ and $100,000 for the charity of their choice.  The new season of Top Chef Masters premieres Wednesday, July 24^th at 10pm ET/PT on Food Network Canada. Read the rest of this entry »

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released statistical and financial information on the 675 commercial radio stations operating in Canada. These annual reports allow Canadians to stay informed about the state of the Canadian communications industry. Revenues for the broadcast year ended August 31, 2012, increased marginally over the previous year despite competition from satellite, online and mobile services. Read the rest of this entry »

PC® mobile has announced its entry into the post-paid wireless market with simple and better voice and data monthly packages designed as an alternative to the national carriers. The new consumer-friendly PC® mobile monthly plans offer unique protection against “billing shock”, along with a wide range of included features, no activation fees or cancellation charges, and some of the shortest contract terms currently available in the Canadian market. Read the rest of this entry »

A new online self-help tool offered by Consumer Protection BC will offer British Columbia consumers a modern and alternative way to resolve disputes with businesses focused on making it easier and cheaper to resolve differences. Currently in the pilot stage, Consumer Protection BC developed the platform for Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) in consultation with the Ministry of Justice, which is leading and supporting dispute resolution innovations as part of its justice reform initiative. Read the rest of this entry »