In this important closing session, join top media leaders for a candid conversation about the current landscape and future trajectory of the content industry. Canada’s system faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities, making it even more important to hear from the executives and companies helping to innovate and shape its future. Participants will explore key trends in the entertainment industry, including the rise of streaming services and the impact of digital platforms on traditional broadcasting. The discussion will also delve into the role of Canadian content in a globalized market, strategies for maintaining cultural identity, and the financial dynamics affecting broadcasters and content creators.

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Community has become the secret sauce for creating profitable entertainment brands and franchises that stand the test of time. Discover how to cultivate authentic, enduring relationships with your fans and followers, and inspire them to become passionate advocates for your brand without ever being asked. By nurturing these relationships and prioritizing exceptional treatment and genuine engagement, you can transform your audience into a community of loyal supporters who will spend their money to keep you in business for as long as you keep them engaged.

Global media companies play a pivotal role in the content ecosystem, leveraging their unique positions to adapt to the ever-changing industry. Through innovative partnerships, evolving content strategies and the diversification of their offerings, these companies are defining the future of content creation and distribution. Join top executives as they delve into the challenges and opportunities that shape the content business today. This discussion will explore how these dynamics may create opportunities for independent producers, and what it takes to thrive in a globally connected industry.

Join Sean Cohan, President of Bell Media, as he sits down for a one-to-one interview on the Content Canada stage. Now ten
months into his new role, Cohan will give delegates insight into Bell Media’s plans to keep Canadian content at the core of their mission.

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Spotlight Sessions feature the industry’s top platforms, companies, studios, and executives, and provide delegates with the valuable opportunity to learn practical information about the company’s priorities, strategies and, most importantly, possible opportunities for collaboration. Join us for a Spotlight on CBC, including an interactive Q&A

Join us for an important and insightful discussion about Connected TV and the new streaming ecosystem. Industry leaders will explore the rapidly evolving streaminglandscape, delving into the latest trends and strategies reshaping the industry including: new revenue models; monetization strategies; cutting-edge technologies and methodologies; personalizing viewer experiences; shifts in consumer behavior and preferences; and content acquisition. This session is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the dynamic world of connected tv, providing valuable perspectives and actionable insightsto navigate and thrive in the new streaming ecosystem.

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Spotlight Sessions feature the industry’s top platforms, organizations, studios, and executives, and provide delegates with the valuable opportunity to learn practical information about the company’s priorities, strategies and, most importantly, possible opportunities for collaboration. For the first time at Content Canada, join us for a Spotlight on the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO), including an interactive Q&A.

In an era where content reigns supreme, discover how leading studios and creators are leveraging digital platforms to reshape the narrative. Join industry expert Stephanie Wilson Chapin of YouTube for an exclusive look at groundbreaking strategies and innovative formats designed to reach and resonate with today’s dynamic audiences.

Spotlight Sessions feature the industry’s top platforms, organizations, studios, and executives, and provide delegates with the valuable opportunity to learn practical information about the company’s priorities, strategies and, most importantly, possible opportunities for collaboration. For the first time at Content Canada, join us for a Spotlight with Joy Loewen to hear about her important role in developing the CMF’s new equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility strategy, including an interactive Q&A.

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Join us for a Content Canada exclusive feature interview with Catherine Tait, President and CEO of CBC/Radio-Canada. Tait will reflect on her six-year tenure at the helm of CBC/Radio-Canada since April 2018, and candidly discuss the challenges and opportunities facing media leaders and public broadcasters in Canada and around the world. Don’t miss this important opportunity to hear from Tait about what comes next, and her thoughts on leadership and the future of the Canadian media industry.

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