on 2008/5/24 20:20:00
SkyNewswire.com)--In June, the CRTC granted satellite radio licenses to two groups -
the CBC, which is partnered with New York-based Sirius, and CSR, which is partnered with Washington-based XM.
The federal cabinet has upheld the CRTC's decision to issue two new satellite radio licenses. As part of the deal,
all applicants agreed to include more Canadian and French-language material. This is typical of Canadian media regulations and has made headway for the satellite radio push and representation. Groups such as Liberal MPs, Quebecers and other cultural groups did have some opposition to the deal. "In effect, the Americans have won…This is a black day," said Ian Morrison, spokesman for the lobby group Friends of Canadian Broadcasting.
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SkyNewswire.com - Canadian Satellite Radio: Finally - Music - News
