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In 1993 CHEX TV2 was launched and began originating local news and information programming. In February 2004, the station was rebranded as CHANNEL 12 with a fresh new look, logo and colours.
On April 13, 2000, Corus Entertainment Inc. completed the purchase of a number of radio and television properties belonging to Power Broadcasting Inc. in Ontario and Quebec. Among these were the three conventional TV stations in Oshawa, Peterborough and Kingston - CHANNEL 12, CHEX TV and CKWS TV.
CHANNEL 12 is proud to be part of Durham Region and has been serving the community for over 13 years. CHANNEL 12 is the only local originating television station in the region and, as such, has taken on a leadership role in supporting this community. This station promotes and covers hundreds of events each year through Discover Durham and Community Cruiser. CHANNEL 12’s staff is dedicated to the Durham Region and volunteer at various charitable and community events and actively participate on planning committees.
Corus Entertainment is one of Canada’s most successful integrated media and entertainment companies. Corus is a market leader in specialty television and radio with a strong portfolio of assets in pay television, advertising services, children’s book publishing and a globally renowned animation studio. Our multimedia entertainment brands include YTV, Treehouse, W Network, CMT, Movie Central, Discovery Kids, Scream, Telelatino, Teletoon (40%), Nelvana, Kids Can Press and 51 radio stations including Q107 and 102.1 the edge. Corus creates engaging branded entertainment experiences for our audiences across all platforms. A publicly traded company, Corus is listed on the Toronto (CJR.B) and New York (CJR) exchanges.
The many companies and businesses that make up Corus Entertainment deliver compelling, engaging, interactive and informative content to millions of consumers every day. Experience us on the web at www.corusent.com.
CHANNEL 12 Fast Facts:
- CHANNEL 12 produces 12 ˝ hours of live, local, and interactive programming every week out of our studios in Oshawa.
- Our signature programs are First Take Live and Live at 5.
- First Take Live is the only daily, live local talk show in Durham Region, highlighting relevant issues.
- Live at 5 is a dynamic 90 minute program that focuses on the daily news and latest information that our viewers are looking for.
- On air hosts are Dan Carter, Rita Nave, Mark Orton and Garth Riley. Feature hosts are Denise Marek and Blair Buchanan.
- As a CBC Affiiliate, CHANNEL 12 is able to access award winning hit programs Hockey Night in Canada, The National, Fifth Estate and Airfarce.
- The Oshawa tower is located at Mitchell’s Corners.
