Should CBC/Radio-Canada Keep Local News Services?
Official title: Examine and report on the local services provided by the CBC/Radio-Canada
The Senate is studying whether CBC/Radio-Canada is serving local communities well. They're looking at local news, radio, and TV services across the country. Senators have already heard from CBC executives about how they deliver regional content.
Why This Matters
Do you get local news from CBC? This study could shape whether your community keeps its local radio station or TV coverage. Rural and remote areas often depend on CBC for news that private broadcasters don't cover.
What Could Change
The Senate committee will report its findings to Parliament. Their recommendations could influence CBC's funding, mandate, or how it allocates resources to local versus national programming. Changes to the Broadcasting Act could follow.
Key Issues
- Is CBC/Radio-Canada meeting the needs of local communities?
- How should regional news and programming be delivered?
- What role should the public broadcaster play in local journalism?
How to Participate
- Review the committee's study page to see meeting schedules and witness testimony.
- Watch past meetings on Senate ParlVU to understand the discussion.
- Check the briefs and documents page for written submissions from other witnesses.