Corus Entertainment Inc. (CJR.B)

Overview

Corus Entertainment Inc., established in 1998 and based in Toronto, Canada, is a prominent media and content company that operates across Canada and on an international level. It deals with a wide range of services in the media sector, including specialty and conventional television networks along with radio stations. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: Television and Radio. The Television segment is comprehensive, covering everything from specialty television networks, conventional television stations, to digital and streaming platforms. This also encompasses a social digital agency and a social media creator network, highlighting the company's engagement in modern, digital media avenues. The Radio segment, on the other hand, focuses on operating radio stations with various content formats ranging from news/talk to classic hits and contemporary music genres. Corus Entertainment caters to a broad spectrum of audience’s entertainment and information needs, making it a significant player in the media and entertainment industry.

Products and Services

• Television Networks and Stations

The Television segment incorporates a mix of specialty and conventional television channels, catering to diverse interests. This segment supports both digital and streaming platforms, allowing Corus to reach wider audiences across traditional and new media landscapes.

• Digital and Streaming Platforms

These platforms include companion websites, digital and streaming platforms, and applications related to Corus's brand, offering on-demand content and enhancing viewer engagement beyond traditional TV.

• Social Digital Agency and Creator Network

This service focuses on leveraging social media and digital platforms to create engaging content and partnerships with social media creators, expanding Corus's reach into new digital territories.

• Media Production and Distribution

Corus is involved in the production and distribution of films and television programs. This includes merchandise licensing, book publishing, and providing advertising services. By owning entities like Nelvana, Corus Studios, and Aircraft Pictures, they have a solid footing in content creation and distribution.

• Radio Stations

Operating a variety of radio stations, Corus offers a range of formats, including news/talk, classic hits, rock, country, and hot adult contemporary. This diversity enables Corus to appeal to a wide listener base with varied musical and informational preferences.