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By David Paddon, The Canadian Press Shares in Torstar Corp. plunged after the company reported a larger-than-expected loss and suspended its quarterly dividend, setting in motion a mechanism that could shift the balance of power among the company’s shareholders. The media company reported on Wednesday a $40.9-million loss attributable to shareholders and an 11.6 per…
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The paper will cut $10-million in labour costs, publisher told staff, and employees can accept voluntary package until May 29 Continue Reading Morale described as ‘grim’ at Globe and Mail newsroom in lead-up to voluntary buyout offer
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Postmedia Network Canada Corp. says it lost nearly $5.1 million in the second quarter as its revenue dropped 7.5 per cent compared with last year as a result of shifting advertising and circulation patterns. The owner of the National Post and other newspapers reported $145.7 million in total revenue for the quarter ended Feb 28, including…
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In a deal expected to close in April 2019, print brands Maclean’s, Chatelaine and digital Flare will migrate to Canada’s largest private media company Continue Reading Rogers Media publishing arm sold to St. Joseph