Synopsis
Canadian TV and video markets are experiencing significant changes, characterised by convergence with digital media, broadband and telecommunications services. Cable TV operators and telcos, and to a lesser extent satellite companies, are increasingly competing for the triple play consumer. The slow but steady transition from analogue to digital TV is increasing the use of new products and services such as VoD and High Definition services. Rising broadband penetration continues to drive the triple play market, with around 75% of all Canadian households subscribing to broadband by early 2009. Broadband penetration is also fostering the emergence of IPTV and is driving the migration from traditional circuit-switched telephone lines to VoIP telephony. This report provides analysis and statistics of the Canadian digital TV industry in the context of this emerging triple play market.