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CBC won't disclose Eurovision costs as memo says Ottawa can't order it to take part
A government memo says the Broadcasting Act bars Ottawa from ordering CBC to join Eurovision, and other countries spent about $400,000 to $1.5 million.
- On Tuesday, CBC/Radio-Canada declined to disclose costs for participating in the Eurovision Song Contest, though Prime Minister Mark Carney announced earlier this month Canada will join the global event next year.
- The Canadian Heritage department stated that the Broadcasting Act guarantees CBC independence, preventing the government from compelling the broadcaster to participate in the competition.
- A CBC spokesperson emphasized the decision to join was made solely by the broadcaster, independent of any government direction or influence.
- Government documents obtained through access to information reveal other nations spent between about $400,000 for Portugal to $1.5 million for Israel in 2025, though Canadian figures remain undisclosed.
- Carney previously stated Canadians will choose their representative, and the broadcaster said more information about the selection process will be available later this year.
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In 2025, the cost of participation ranged from about $400,000 for Portugal to $1.5 million for Israel.
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CBC won’t disclose Eurovision costs as memo says Ottawa can’t order it to take part
OTTAWA — CBC/Radio-Canada won’t disclose how much participating in the Eurovision song contest could cost. A government document, obtained through access to information law, says information about other countries is limited but total costs ranged from ...
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