Continuity and Change
What is one major thing about the CBC that has stayed the same since the 1930’s
It still provides public broadcasting for Canadians
What was the main reason the Canadian government created the CBC in 1936?
To protect Canadian culture and identity from the influence of American radio and television.
What did the government want for broadcasting in Canada
A Canadian owned broadcasting company for Canadians
Which year was CBC founded?
1936
What is one way the CBC’s broadcasting changed after the 1950s?
It expanded from only radio to also include television.
How did CBC help people in small towns or faraway places?
People in remote areas could listen to news and watch TV, which helped everyone feel part of Canada.
Why did the French Canadians support CBC?
Because they needed French- language broadcasting
What is a Crown corporation?
A corporation owned by the government
What long-term change allowed the CBC to reach Canadians faster and more efficiently over time?
CBC modernized their technology across Canada
How did American radio stations influence the creation of the CBC?
Many Canadians were listening to U.S. radio, so Canada wanted a national broadcaster to promote Canadian content.
Why did Quebec feel culturally threatened before the CBC?
Because most radio’s were American owned which showed American culture on their radios
Which city was the CBC founded in (including the headquarters) ?
Ottawa
What key continuity in the CBC’s mission remained even as technology changed?
Continued focusing on informing, educating, and reflecting Canadians across the country.
What were some economic or political consequences of establishing the CBC?
It created jobs in broadcasting, supported Canadian artists, and helped the government influence national culture and public opinion.
Who said “Canadians want Canadian radio”
Prime Minister Bennet
Which Canadian Prime Minister helped create the CBC by passing the new Canadian broadcasting act in 1936?
Mackenzie King
What is one long-term consequence of the CBC expanding into digital media?
The audience moved away from traditional broadcasting and now mainly uses online services.
How did the CBC help Canadian culture?
It made radio and TV shows about Canadian news, stories, and culture in English, French, and Indigenous languages.
What was the name of the French-spoken Radio in Canada?
Radio-Canada
Why do we still study about CBC today?
Because it continues to play a major role in Canadian culture and identity as a reliable and consistent source of Canadian content