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CRTC to require TV, online platforms to include described video

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The CRTC has taken steps to make programming more accessible for Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. The commission announced Wednesday it’s introducing changes to support those who rely on described video and audio description. The changes require new original scripted shows on television and online to include described video (narration of visual elements), and news and information programs to feature audio descriptions. The new requi…
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CRTC to impose described video, audio requirements on streamers - The Wire Report

The proposed orders will come into effect on Dec. 17, 2027. The post CRTC to impose described video, audio requirements on streamers appeared first on The Wire Report.

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CRTC to require TV, online platforms to include described video

The CRTC has taken steps to make programming more accessible for Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. The commission announced Wednesday it’s introducing changes to support those who rely on described video and audio description. The changes require new original scripted shows on television and online to include described video (narration of visual elements), and news and information programs to feature audio descriptions. The new requi…

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Broadcast Dialogue broke the news in on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
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