Taylor Swift fans on the Rogers 5G network used over 11 terabytes (TB) of mobile data in just a few hours at BC Place to share and stream her last concert of The Eras Tour – setting a new Canadian record.

This shatters the record set at the Taylor Swift concert at Rogers Centre in Toronto on November 21, when fans used 7.4 TB of data on the Rogers 5G network.

“Taylor fans use incredible amounts of data at her concerts to share the experience, and their data usage at the Vancouver shows have set a new bar for Rogers 5G network at a stadium event. Our 5G network at BC Place is brand new and we’re thrilled fans set a new record sharing this once-in-lifetime experience,” said Mark Kennedy, Chief Technology Officer.

The data used on December 8 is the equivalent of uploading 307,000 photos and 2,180 hours of video streaming. Based on data usage spikes, the most-shared moments of the show were when Taylor Swift came on stage and the start of the ‘Reputation’ era.

As presenting sponsor of Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour in Canada Rogers invested $10 million to enhance 5G connectivity at BC Place ahead of Taylor’s last stop on her global tour. This includes a full network redesign and installation of a new in-stadium network system to bring fans the best experience across her three nights in Vancouver. Teams spent 10,000 hours of planning and installation took 10,000 hours with a crew of over 40.

The upgrades increase 5G network capacity by 38 times throughout the stadium – the equivalent to coverage provided by 20 towers in Vancouver. Over the course of Taylor’s three performances in Vancouver, fans on the Rogers 5G network at BC Place used 32TB of data.

5G technology is critical for today’s concert experiences, providing faster speeds, lower latency and more capacity, as large numbers of fans livestream and share the moment in real-time.

As part of planning for the expected crowds outside of BC Place, Rogers also installed two temporary Cell on Wheels to increase wireless capacity and ensure reliable connectivity.

About Rogers Communications Inc
Rogers is Canada’s leading communications and entertainment company, and its shares are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: RCI). For more information, please visit rogers.com or investors.rogers.com.

Imagine Cinemas is delighted to announce the return of its beloved holiday initiative, the Cans Film Festival, running from December 6 to December 31, 2024. This annual event combines the magic of movies with the power of giving back, inviting moviegoers to support their communities while enjoying an exceptional cinematic experience.

The Cans Film Festival: Donate, Save, and Sit Way Back and Enjoy the Show!

This holiday season, Imagine Cinemas encourages patrons to make a difference by donating essential items to help those in need. Bring a non-perishable food item, toiletry product, or new or gently used clothing to any Imagine Cinemas location during the festival.

As a heartfelt thank-you, donations, with the purchase of a movie ticket, will earn moviegoers 20% off their popcorn and drink combo—making your movie night even more rewarding. “At Imagine Cinemas, we believe in creating meaningful connections with our communities,” says Gina Facca, COO of Imagine Cinemas, “The Cans Film Festival is our way of bringing people together to spread joy and make a real difference during the holiday season.”

Please note: Festival discounts will not be applied on Tuesdays.

Locations Participating:

Lakeshore
London
Carlton
Market Square
Elgin Mills
Promenade
Sudbury
Keswick
Alliston
Timmins
Southpoint
Giving Back to Local Communities

The Cans Film Festival supports local food banks and charities that provide crucial assistance during the holiday season. Your donations will make a meaningful impact in your community.

Make a Difference This Holiday Season

Imagine Cinemas invites everyone to embrace the spirit of giving while enjoying their favourite movies – including beloved holiday classics screening for just $5. Together, we can create cherished memories and bring joy to those who need it most this holiday season.

Paramount+ today revealed an exclusive clip from the highly anticipated prequel series DEXTER: ORIGINAL SIN at CCXP in São Paolo, Brazil on a panel featuring cast members Patrick Gibson (“Dexter Morgan”), Christian Slater (“Harry Morgan”), Molly Brown (“Debra Morgan”), special guest star Sarah Michelle Gellar (“Tanya Martin”) and Patrick Dempsey (“Aaron Spencer”). The new series will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ on December 13, 2024 in Canada, the U.S., UK, Australia, Latin America, Brazil, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.

Serving as a prequel to the award-winning SHOWTIME series DEXTER®, DEXTER: ORIGINAL SIN is set in 1991 Miami and follows Dexter (Gibson) as he transitions from student to avenging serial killer. When his bloodthirsty urges can’t be ignored any longer, Dexter must learn to channel his inner darkness. With the guidance of his father, Harry (Slater), he adopts a Code designed to help him find and kill people who deserve to be eliminated from society without getting on law enforcement’s radar. This is a particular challenge for young Dexter as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.

DEXTER: ORIGINAL SIN also stars Christina Milian, James Martinez, Alex Shimizu and Reno Wilson. Michael C. Hall returns to voice the iconic inner monologue in Dexter Morgan’s head.

DEXTER: ORIGINAL SIN is executive produced by Clyde Phillips, who also returns to serve as showrunner, and produced by SHOWTIME Studios and Counterpart Studios. Executive producers also include Scott Reynolds (Jessica Jones), Michael C. Hall (DEXTER, Six Feet Under), Mary Leah Sutton (Resident Evil), Tony Hernandez (Emily in Paris) and Lilly Burns (Russian Doll), with the series being produced by Robert Lloyd Lewis (The Lincoln Lawyer). Michael Lehmann (Heathers) serves as directing executive producer.

For Showtime Studios, the series is being creatively overseen by Gary Levine and Urooj Sharif with production supervised by Tara Power. The series is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution outside of Paramount+ markets.

About Paramount+

Paramount+ is a global digital subscription video streaming service from Paramount that features a mountain of premium entertainment for audiences of all ages. Internationally, the streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME®, BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel™, in addition to a robust offering of premier local content. The service is currently live in Australia, Austria, Canada, the Caribbean, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latin America, Switzerland, the U.K. and the U.S.

Acclaimed comedian Josh Johnson has just announced he will be extending the Flowers Tour, with MRG Live presenting five Canadian dates including stops in Montreal, Ottawa, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Toronto. General on sale begins December 13, 2024 at 12 PM EST at AdmitONE.com.

With nearly 4 million followers across his social media, Josh Johnson was recently called “the funniest guy on the internet” by WIRED and is a star on the rise. He is an Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, actor, and NAACP award-winner from Louisiana by way of Chicago. Johnson is currently a correspondent on Comedy Central’s Emmy & Peabody Award-winning program The Daily Show where he was previously a writer for the past seven years. Johnson is also a former writer and performer on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he made his late-night debut in 2017.

Johnson’s most recent stand-up special, Josh Johnson: Up Here Killing Myself, premiered on Peacock earlier this year to rave reviews touting Josh as a “naturally gifted story teller”. Comedy Central released Johnson’s first hour-long special #(Hashtag) in June 2021.

MRG Presents Flowers Tour 2025 Canadian Dates:

April 26, 2025 – Rialto Theatre – Montreal, QC

April 27, 2025 – Bronson Centre – Ottawa, ON

May 3, 2025 – Bella Concert Hall – Calgary, AB

May 17, 2025 – West End Cultural Centre – Winnipeg, MB

June 6, 2025 – Queen Elizabeth Theatre – Toronto, ON

Tubi (www.tubi.tv), Fox Corporation’s (NASDAQ: FOXA, FOX) ad-supported video-on-demand service, today announced its recent Tubi Original, “Sidelined: The QB and Me” is #1 in both the U.S. and Canada since its premiere on Friday, November 29, 2024 exclusively on Tubi.

In both markets, the movie has drawn the biggest number of viewers of any title on Tubi in its first seven days and has also brought in the most new viewers for a title to date. In its first seven days, the movie was viewed by 17.9% of total viewers in the U.S. and 19.9% of total viewers in Canada. The movie also maintained the #1 spot in total viewing time in the U.S. (out of 250,00 films and TV episodes) through its first week and remained number one in total viewing time in Canada (out of over 170,000 movies and TV episodes).

On Friday, December 6th, “Sidelined: The QB and Me” landed at number five on Variety’s Streaming Originals Chart, which ranks the most-watched streaming originals every week based on data sourced from Luminate’s Film & TV Streaming Viewership (M) product.

Additionally, the movie boosted Tubi to the number one spot in Entertainment “Top Free” Apps, leading to a correlated lift in Apple App Store downloads last week by over 240% percent in the U.S. and 400% in Canada.

Based on Wattpad sensation “The QB Bad Boy and Me” by Tay Marley, Dallas (Siena Agudong), a burdened but headstrong dancer, is determined to get into the best dance school in the country—her late mother’s alma mater. But that dream is suddenly derailed when the cheeky yet secretly grieving high-school heartthrob, Drayton (Noah Beck), crashes into her life with his own unique story. Will the two of them grow into their dreams together or will they be sidelined?

Filmed in Victoria, B.C., the film stars Siena Agudong, Noah Beck, Drew Ray Tanner, with Canadian Deborah Cox and James Van Der Beek. Based on the Wattpad YA sensation The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley. Directed by Canadian Justin Wu (Syfy’s “Reginald the Vampire,” CBC’s “Kim’s Convenience”) from the teleplay by Mary Gulino (Amazon’s “Upload”) and Crystal Ferreiro (Disney’s “Diary of a Future President”). SIDELINED: THE QB AND ME is produced by Adam Wescott, McKenna Marshall and Wattpad WEBTOON Studios’ Aron Levitz, David Madden and Lindsey Weems Ramey. Lindsay Macadam, David Way and Tony Chung are executive producing for Thunderbird Entertainment’s Great Pacific Media.

“Sidelined: The QB & Me” is currently available to stream for free on Tubi HERE.

About Tubi
Tubi is the most watched free TV and movie streaming service in the U.S., dedicated to providing all people access to all the world’s stories. The company engages diverse audiences through a personalized experience and the world’s largest content library of over 250,000 movies and TV episodes, a growing collection of exclusive originals and over 250 live channels. Tubi is part of the Tubi Media Group, a division of Fox Corporation that oversees the company’s digital businesses.

A very stellar second frame for MOANA 2, taking $55 million this weekend from 4,200 theatres, which is the highest post-U.S. Thanksgiving weekend ever. High was previously held by FROZEN 2 with $35 million in 2019. It surpasses $300 million already domestically for Disney.

WICKED continues to thrive with $31.7 million from 3,885 theatres for Universal Pictures, also surpassing the $300 million mark already in three weeks.

Third up is GLADIATOR II with $12.3 million from 3,450 theatres, taking it to a run of $132.5 million for Paramount Pictures in its third weekend.

Fourth is PUSHPA 2 – THE RULE with $5.6 million for Prathyangira Cinemas.

Rounding things out is RED ONE with $5.5 million from 3,150 theatres for Warner Bros. A run of $84.2 million domestically over four weekends.

Feel-good pop duo Crash Adams have released their new single “Optimist” today. The new track showcases the group’s signature uplifting lyrics and inspirational sound. “Optimist” is a deeply personal track for the band, who have made it their life’s mission to bring joy, positivity, and optimism to everyone they encounter.

Video premieres at noon ET today:

Of the new track, the band says “‘Optimist’ is a song about being there for someone you care about when they’re going through their darkest times. No matter how hard life gets or how much they feel like giving up, we refuse to let them face it alone. When the world seems to be falling apart around them, I promise to stay by their side, offering hope and strength, even when they can’t see it themselves. I will be the one who lifts them up, choosing to focus on the good and reminding them that there’s always a way out of the darkness. It’s about love, resilience, and never letting them lose sight of the light, even when the world tries to count them out.”

2024 has been a breakout year for Crash Adams. The group have taken their music around the world, with stops in Dubai, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines. In addition to these international stops, the band completed a North American headlining tour that included a sold-out show in their hometown of Toronto, Canada.

Crash Adams’ music has the same kind of mood-lifting power as a hit of pure dopamine. Their cinematic, larger-than-life songs relay a potent, affective mix of adrenaline, nostalgia, and hard-earned gratitude. The duo have an impressive knack for storytelling, citing art-pop acts like The 1975 and country music acts like Dan + Shay as their inspiration for writing tracks that tug at listeners’ heart strings and remind them how beautiful daily experiences can be, given the right framing.

Toronto offers a wide array of New Year’s Eve celebrations, each a unique way to ring in 2025. Whether you’re craving a luxurious multi-course dinner or an electrifying night at a top club, the city has it all. INK Entertainment’s events cater to every type of reveller. Pick your perfect celebration and welcome 2025 in unforgettable style!

See what’s going on at various INK Entertainment establishments around the City, including some amazing prix fixe menus to feast on. Something for every vibe!

PATRIA

Toast to 2025 the Spanish way with Nochevieja! Join us for a vibrant, Spanish-inspired feast, featuring a special 4-course menu and live DJ. The à la carte menu will be available from 5-7:30PM.

AKIRA BACK

Ring in the New Year in style with Akira Back and indulge in an extraordinary five course Chef’s tasting menu.

CHICA

Spend NYE with your favourite Chica! Countdown to midnight the Spanish way with an unforgettable four-course feast or indulge in the à la carte menu available from 5-7:30PM.

MARGO

Toast to NYE with a 4-course Prix Fixe Dinner experience inspired by the finest flavours of the Mediterranean, then stay for late night entertainment, DJs and festivities.

BYBLOS

Celebrate NYE at Byblos! Experience a vibrant Eastern Mediterranean-inspired evening with a special four-course menu to ring in 2025 at both the Downtown and Uptown locations.

ULTRA

Celebrate with a 4-course Pan-Asian inspired Prix Fixe Dinner, and enjoy a late night supper club ambiance with music by our featured guest DJ.

DAPHNE

Ring in 2025 with Daphne. Indulge in a decadent four-course dinner amidst a live DJ’s vibrant beats and an elegant atmosphere, making your New Year’s Eve one for the ages!

SOFIA

Toast to 2025 with Sofia’s Midnight Kiss New Year’s Eve celebration. Experience a glamorous evening and enjoy a decadent four course dinner, followed by midnight festivities to ring in the New Year!

AMAL

Experience an enchanting New Year’s Eve at Amal — indulge in exquisite Lebanese cuisine, mesmerizing entertainment featuring belly dancers, a percussionist and a live DJ — making for an unforgettable countdown to 2025.

PINK SKY

This New Year’s Eve, pop, fizz, and kiss at Pink Sky! Celebrate 2025 with a decadent four-course dinner. À la carte menu is available from 5-7:30PM.

KOST

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with KOST’s Skyline Soiree — indulge in a decadent three course set-menu while taking in breathtaking views from the 44th floor. Experience an unforgettable evening with a live DJ, marking a truly memorable countdown to 2025.

More here.

From the same world as John Wick, comes BALLERINA starring Ana de Armas. Today we get a new Poster! In theatres June 6, 2025 via Cineplex Pictures.

Directed by: Len Wiseman
Written by: Shay Hatten
Based on Characters by: Derek Kolstad
Produced: Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, Chad Stahelski
Cast: Ana de Armas, Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Lance Reddick, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Norman Reedus, with Ian McShane, and Keanu Reeves
Synopsis: Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas) who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.

About Cineplex Pictures
Cineplex Pictures, a division of Cineplex, is a distributor of a wide range of genre films. Recent titles include The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, The Strangers: Chapter 1, The Queen of My Dreams, The Boy and the Heron, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, SAW X, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, and John Wick: Chapter 4.

Today we get a new Featurette taking us inside the control room in upcoming release SEPTEMBER 5.

SYNOPSIS:

September 5 unveils the decisive moment that forever changed media coverage and continues to impact live news today. Set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics, the film follows the ABC Sports broadcasting team who quickly shifted from sports reporting to live coverage of the Israeli athletes taken hostage. Through this lens, September 5 provides an important perspective on the live broadcast seen globally by millions of people at the time.

At the heart of the story is Geoff (John Magaro), a young and ambitious producer striving to prove himself to his boss, the legendary TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Sarsgaard). Together with German interpreter Marianne (Leonie Benesch) and his mentor Marvin Bader (Ben Chaplin), the story focuses on the intricate details of the high-tech broadcast capabilities of the time, juxtaposed against the many lives at stake and themoral decisions that needed to be made against an impossible ticking clock.

Paramount Pictures Presents

In Association with Republic Pictures

A Berghauswöbke Film and Projected Picture Works Production

In Co-Production with Constantin Film and ERF Edgar Reitz Filmproduktion

“SEPTEMBER 5”

Executive Producers

Martin Moszkowicz, Christoph Müller

Produced by

Philipp Trauer, p.g.a., Thomas Wöbke, p.g.a., Tim Fehlbaum, p.g.a., Sean Penn, John Ira Palmer, p.g.a., John Wildermuth, p.g.a.

Co-Written by

Alex David

Written by

Moritz Binder

Tim Fehlbaum

Directed by

Tim Fehlbaum

Cast:

Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, Ben Chaplin, Leonie Benesch, Zinedine Soualem, Georgina Rich, Corey Johnson, Marcus Rutherford, Daniel Adeosun, Benjamin Walker, Ferdinand Dörfler

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures Canada)