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The Hip rock CBC’s ‘The Hour’

THE HOUR will broadcast a one-hour exclusive performance and intimate interview with The Tragically Hip, Sunday, Oct. 22 at 11 p.m. on CBC Television, and 8 p.m. ET on CBC Newsworld.

Host George Stroumboulopoulos is a veritable encyclopedia of music knowledge. His famous fans include U2’s Bono, who once stated, “George, I am a fan.” Stroumboulopoulos has a slew of high-profile interviews under his belt, including musical artists such as Radiohead, the Sex Pistols, Mariah Carey, Green Day and Snoop Dog.

Taped in front of a live studio audience, Sunday, Oct. 15, THE HOUR Special with The Tragically Hip will feature The Hip’s first public performance of songs from their new album World Container, which will be released two days later on Tuesday, Oct. 17.

The much-anticipated album was produced by Bob Rock, whose extensive credits include Metallica, Bon Jovi, The Cult, Bryan Adams, Simple Plan and The Tea Party. 

CBC/Radio-Canada shares its views

OTTAWA, Sept. 28 /CNW Telbec/ – CBC/Radio-Canada yesterday filed its submission with the CRTC for its Television Policy Review, which is a crucial part of setting out Canada’s broadcast policy for the 21st century.

"CBC/Radio-Canada must be able to adapt to the realities of the fast-changing broadcasting environment," said Robert Rabinovitch, President and CEO of CBC/Radio-Canada. "We welcome this opportunity to weigh in with our perspective and, in so doing, take part in the dialogue that will give shape to the policy and regulatory framework within which all broadcasters will evolve, thereby ensuring the Canadian broadcasting system remains as robust as it is resilient."

CBC/Radio-Canada believes that Canadians will be well-served if their broadcast system is equipped to respond to the opportunities and challenges posed by new communications technologies and shifting consumer habits.

The issues that the CRTC is dealing with in this review cut to the core of the matter. The Commission has asked conventional broadcasters about the future of over-the-air reception in a digital environment. Very few Canadians continue to rely on over-the-air signals for their television viewing. As a result, CBC/Radio-Canada has recommended a hybrid cable, satellite and over-the-air model for the CRTC’s consideration that recognizes this new reception reality.

Conventional broadcasters – both public and private – are the main contributors to the Canadian broadcasting system. Unfortunately, all these broadcasters rely heavily on advertising revenues to support Canadian

television programming, and this revenue source is now weakening and faces an uncertain future. Therefore, CBC/Radio-Canada is proposing that the CRTC establish conventional broadcaster eligibility for subscription revenues.

"The strength of the system depends on a healthy public broadcaster that is able to connect Canadians through compelling Canadian content," added Rabinovitch. "Some of the issues that will be discussed – over-the-air

distribution and subscription revenues in particular – are fundamental to conventional broadcasters’ ability to contend with the changing needs of Canadians. We look forward to the hearings in November."

CBC/Radio-Canada’s submission is available at

www.cbc.radio-canada.ca/submissions. Fact sheets on over-the-air transmission and subscription revenues are also available at the same address.

CBC launches nationwide hunt for new ‘Fashion File’

TORONTO (CP) _ Calling all fashionistas, from Halifax to Vancouver: the CBC wants you as its new "Fashion File" host. "Fashion File: Host Hunt" will travel across the country testing hopefuls on their knowledge of fashion and style to replace longtime host Tim Blanks, who is stepping down as the voice of the influential show after 17 years.

After stops in Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver, 10 finalists will then compete for the job that takes viewers behind the runways of the biggest fashion shows in the world and inside some of the most influential design houses on the globe, including Chanel, Prada and Gucci.

The CBC is holding auditions in the following cities on these dates:

Halifax _ Sept. 27, auditions at 10 a.m., CBC Television Building, 1840 Bell Rd.

Montreal _ Sept. 29 and Sept. 30, auditions at 10 a.m., CBC Montreal, 1400 Rene Levesque Blvd. East.

Calgary _ Oct. 2, auditions at 10 a.m., CBC Calgary, 1724 Westmount Blvd. N.W.

Vancouver _ Oct. 4 and Oct. 5, auditions 10 a.m., CBC Vancouver, 700 Hamilton St.

Toronto _ Oct. 10, Oct. 11 and Oct. 12, auditions at 10 a.m., CBC Toronto, 250 Front St. West.

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