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Bell Media Brings Powerhouse Brands USA Network and Oxygen True Crime to Canada

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– Bell Media confirms that Discovery is set to rebrand as USA Network, and Investigation Discovery rebrands as Oxygen True Crime, on January 1, 2025

– Three additional channels rebrand on January 1, when Bell Media flips the switch for CTV Wild, CTV Nature, and CTV Speed –

TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2024 /CNW/ – Bell Media announced today it has secured a major content and licensing agreement with NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution that brings powerhouse cable channel USA Network, and fan-favourite network Oxygen True Crime, to Canada for the first time ever, beginning January 1, 2025. A selection of popular shows from USA Network, such as SUITS, and Oxygen True Crime, along with all new series from both channels, will also be available for streaming on Crave.

Also on January 1, existing specialty channels Animal Planet, Discovery Science, and Discovery Velocity, rebrand to CTV Wild, CTV Nature, and CTV Speed, respectively, completing the revitalization of Bell Media’s suite of Discovery channels.  

“Our newly rebranded suite of specialty channels is bolder, bigger, and better than ever, offering a compelling mix of popular cable hits and fan-favourite Canadian originals,” said Stewart Johnston, SVP Content and Sales, Bell Media. “Anchored by the introduction of two top-tier entertainment brands, USA Network and Oxygen True Crime, Bell Media continues to deliver the sought-after content Canadians are looking for.”

USA Network, Oxygen True Crime, CTV Wild, CTV Nature, and CTV Speed become an integral part of Bell Media’s impressive lineup of English-language specialty channels (CTV Sci-Fi, CTV Drama Channel, CTV Comedy Channel, CTV Life Channel, E!, CTV News Channel, CP24, BNN Bloomberg, and Much). Programming from all five rebranded specialty channels is set to be available on linear television, on demand on CTV.ca and the CTV app, and on Crave.

Details on the rebranded channels are below, with additional programming information to be confirmed at a later date:

USA Network (formerly Discovery), one of the Top 3 cable channels in the U.S., will be home to previous Discovery audience favourites such as HIGHWAY THRU HELL, EAST HARBOUR HEROES, and THE MIGHTY franchise. In addition, USA Network will feature buzzy scripted and unscripted series such as SUITS, THE TRAITORS franchise, and the upcoming CIA miniseries DEBRIEFING THE PRESIDENT, and blockbuster movies.Oxygen True Crime (formerly Investigation ID) is one of the fastest-growing cable entertainment networks in the U.S. A haven for true crime fans, the channel will feature previous Investigation ID Canadian original hits such as FORENSIC FACTOR and FEAR THY NEIGHBOUR, along with high-quality unscripted franchises such as SNAPPED, DATELINE: SECRETS UNCOVERED, and REAL MURDERS.CTV Nature (formerly Discovery Science) unveils the captivating mysteries of science, nature, and history. From Canadian originals like DISASTERS AT SEA and THE DEATH COAST, to I SURVIVED BEAR GRYLLS and BATTLEBOTS, CTV Nature celebrates the hidden beauty and awe-inspiring power of our planet.CTV Wild (formerly Animal Planet) will continue to transport viewers deep into the animal kingdom, offering breathtaking encounters with Earth’s most captivating creatures and wonder of the natural world. Key titles include previous Animal Planet Canadian originals, PETS & PICKERS and MY PET ATE WHAT?!, plus series like YELLOWSTONE WARDENS and LAST OF THE GIANTS.CTV Speed (formerly Discovery Velocity) is still the ultimate pit stop for automotive and thrill-seeking enthusiasts, featuring previous Velocity and Discovery Canada originals BUSH WRECK RESCUE and HEAVY RESCUE 401.

About Bell Media

Bell Media is Canada’s leading media and entertainment company with a portfolio of assets in premium video, audio, out-of-home advertising, and digital media. This includes Canada’s most-watched television network, CTV; the largest Canadian-owned video streamer, Crave, with a premium add-on to include STARZ; a powerful suite of specialty channels; the most-trusted news brand, CTV News; Canada’s cross-platform sports leaders, TSN and RDS; leading out-of-home advertising network, Astral; Québec’s fast-growing conventional French-language network, Noovo; the country’s leading radio and podcast app, iHeartRadio Canada; and a range of award-winning original productions, brands, and services. As a content leader and partner in Sphere Media, Montréal’s Grande Studios, and Dome Productions, one of North America’s leading production facilities providers, Bell Media is committed to keeping Canadians entertained and informed.

Bell Media also offers best-in-class technology, marketing, and analytics support through Bell Marketing Platform, an omnichannel self-serve platform which includes Bell Analytics, Strategic Audience Management (SAM), and Bell DSP, in addition to advanced advertising solutions, including Linear Addressable TV, Addressable Audio, and ads on Crave. Bell Media is part of BCE Inc. (TSX, NYSE: BCE), Canada’s largest communications company. 1 Learn more at BellMedia.ca.

1 Based on total revenue and total combined customer connections.

About NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution

NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution is responsible for the licensing and distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and new media platforms in the U.S., Canada and in over 200 territories internationally. NBCUniversal’s content portfolio includes a vast and diverse library of more than 6,500 feature films and 170,000 television episodes, including current and classic titles, non-scripted programming, kids, sports, news, long-form and short-form programming from Universal Pictures, Focus Features, Universal Television, UCP, Universal International Studios, Sky Studios, Universal Television Alternative Studio, NBC Late Night properties, DreamWorks Animation, Telemundo, and more, as well as locally produced content from around the world. Global TV Distribution is a division of Comcast NBCUniversal.

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Eye Level holds its 2024 Eye Level Math Olympiad for students to test out their math skills.

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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Eye Level is hosting the 2024 Math Olympiad (ELMO 2024), inviting students from grades 1 to 8 worldwide to showcase their math skills. The competition will run from November 9 to December 1, following each country’s schedule across 15 countries.
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This Olympiad, part of the annual Eye Level Math Olympiad series established in 2004, offers students a valuable opportunity to assess and enhance their mathematical abilities. The test lasts approximately one hour and is designed to challenge students across various areas of math skills, covering most arithmetic and critical thinking domains. Questions are tailored to each grade level, allowing students to evaluate their skills objectively.All participants will receive a certificate of participation and a comprehensive analysis of their test results. Official results and winners will be announced in January 2025 on myeyelevel.com, with award ceremonies planned to be held locally for outstanding participants.

Registration is currently open on myeyelevel.com.

About Eye Level

Eye Level is an international provider of supplemental education services in Math and English with more than 2 million students having experienced its programs. Eye Level guides the students to learn at their own pace, and achieve their goals. With a growth-minded learning process, Eye Level helps students build good learning habits that become the foundation of great talent – setting them up for success in school and beyond. 

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Petram Technologies Named “a Top Sustainability Innovator” at Plug and Play Alberta and New York Venture Summit for Revolutionary Rock-Breaking Technology

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Leading the Charge in Eco-Friendly Rock-Breaking Technology with Minimal Environmental Impact.

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Petram Technologies, a leader in rock-breaking technology, has been named a top sustainability innovator by Plug and Play Alberta’s Fall 2024 program and a top clean technology innovator at the 21st Annual New York Venture Summit in New York City. These recognitions, awarded in October 2024, underscore Petram’s role in driving eco-friendly advancements across multiple industries.

Petram’s products break rock using just electrical pulses and a few ounces of water—no chemicals, no dust, and reduced noise & vibration. By collaborating with multiple Fortune 500 industry leaders, Petram has adapted its technology for applications in concrete demolition, bedrock excavation, geothermal and water well development, and the oil & gas sectors, where sustainable rock-breaking demand is projected to increase by 10-15% annually through 2028. Its patented High-Power Electrical Pulse (HPEP) Fracture System reduces noise, dust, and vibration by over 99% while delivering 20 X the efficiency of traditional methods.

“These recognitions are a testament to the groundbreaking work Petram is doing to address the challenges in rock-breaking with cleaner, faster, and more efficient technology,” said Franco Magnotti, CEO of Petram Technologies. “Our HPEP system isn’t just reshaping how rock is broken—it’s reshaping how industries approach sustainability. Built on our ten patents, we’re thrilled by the strong interest in our technology as we expand through strategic partnerships in 2025.”

Earlier this year, Petram presented its breakthrough technology to over 150 investors overseeing $250 billion in capital at the New York Venture Summit, solidifying its position as a top innovator in clean tech and setting the stage for future investments. The broader green technology and sustainability market is expected to expand at a 23% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through 2030, with clean tech investments approaching $900 billion globally, underscoring strong interest in high-efficiency solutions that deliver both environmental and economic benefits.

With commercialization planned for 2025, Petram’s HPEP system is positioned to transform multiple sectors with cleaner, safer, and more efficient solutions. We invite industry leaders and investors to join us in driving sustainable advancements across infrastructure, energy, and resource extraction. For partnership opportunities or investment inquiries, visit www.petramtechnologies.com

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Brigid Ephault
215-971-5611
B.ephault@petramtechnologies.com

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Huawei Launches New Products and Solutions for Commercial Market and Works with Partners to Accelerate Digital Intelligence for SMEs

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DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — During the 44th GITEX GLOBAL, one of the world’s largest technology exhibitions, Huawei Commercial Market Summit was held with the theme of “Joining Hands with Partners to Amplify Intelligence for SMEs.” At the event, Huawei launched 17 new products and 6 new solutions designed for the global SME market. The company also shared achievements of its continued strategic investment in the commercial market, emphasizing that it will keep adhering to a partner-centric approach. Huawei is committed to working together with partners to serve hundreds of thousands of customers in the commercial market.

In his opening speech, Ernest Zhang, President of the Partner Development and Commercial & Distribution Business Dept in Huawei Enterprise Sales Dept, said: “Over the past year, Huawei has achieved rapid growth in the commercial market in terms of the number of partners and customers, and overall revenue. Huawei will firmly adhere to its partner-led commercial market strategy, join hands with partners to gain in-depth insights into customer requirements across industries and sub-scenarios, develop more competitive products and scenario-based solutions accordingly, build a mutually beneficial partnership system, and empower partners’ digital and intelligent capabilities, so as to achieve success together with our partners in the digital, intelligent future of the commercial market.”

Peter Zhang, Director of the Commercial Business Dept in Huawei Enterprise Sales Dept, said: “Leveraging Huawei’s deep technical expertise in the ICT field and decades of experience in digital transformation, we have launched over 300 innovative products and scenario-based solutions for the commercial market. Through the HUAWEI eFly platform, we have digitally supported our partners in expanding their business with enterprise customers. It is Huawei’s partner policy in the commercial market to build a partner-centric and trustable ecosystem, so that partners can gain more benefits, incentives, and profits.”

For education, healthcare, manufacturing, SMEs, and other key industries, 17 new products and 6 new solutions were released this time. For example, for the education sector, the brand new IdeaHub K3 redefines classroom interaction experiences; for the manufacturing sector, the freshly upgraded high-quality factory network solution becomes a strong backbone for flexible production; for SMEs, the simplified all-flash data center solution offers top-notch full-stack IT infrastructure; and for managed service providers (MSPs) in the commercial market, diverse solutions featuring easy selling, delivery, O&M, and growth are provided.

At the summit, Yusuf Ahmed, CEO of KEMS Zajil Telecom, the largest Internet service provider in Kuwait, shared how enterprises in Kuwait are actively embracing the anything-as-a-service (XaaS) global transformation and how KEMS Zajil Telecom has leveraged Huawei’s leading technologies to provide customers with flexible, diverse, and innovative cloud-based solutions. Richard Pearson, CPDO of SIBCA in the UAE, introduced that there is a growing recognition of green and intelligent concepts as well as technological infrastructure development across industries. SIBCA hopes that their cooperation with Huawei can be expanded from the current network, storage and other product fields to data centers, cloud, and AI, to jointly drive greener and smarter building construction in the near future.

With over three decades of deep cultivation in the ICT field, Huawei has accumulated a wealth of experience in digital transformation and is committed to becoming the core driving force for the rapid development of SMEs in the digital era. In the future, Huawei will keep working with global partners to innovate together, share success, and create a brilliant digital economy for SME customers around the world.

For more about Huawei commercial market solutions, see https://e.huawei.com/cn/industries/commercial-market.

 

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