The majority of privately owned radio and television stations in Ontario are members of the OAB. They understand the value of maintaining strong liaisons with local and provincial government. The OAB is at a critical stage of its development. In this time of consolidation, it is more important than ever to ensure broadcasters have a voice at the local and provincial level — especially in Canada’s largest province.
Benefits
Working together is more crucial than ever to ensure our industry thrives. The Ontario Association of Broadcasters represents Ontario INDEPENDENT private broadcasters delivering members tangible benefits through:
- Government and Regulatory Advocacy
- Education and Innovation
- Liaison with educators to improve/enhance broadcast education
- Collaboration
- Coordination regarding technical issues
Representation and promotion of Ontario broadcasters to all stakeholders
Broadcasters continue to require representation on regional issues. Ontario is Canada’s largest province with the highest concentration of radio and television broadcasters.
Government and Regulatory Advocacy
There is a great deal of work to be done in Ontario around a broad range of issues. Ensure your voice is heard. The OAB Government Relations Committee advocates for members, responding to the CRTC and engaging with policymakers.
Annual Conference that educates, informs and rewards broadcasters in Ontario
The annual OAB conference speakers focus on practical applications and issues that broadcasters, and in particular programmers, can take back to their markets. The prestigious OAB Awards recognize outstanding achievement at every level of broadcasting in Ontario. OAB membership entitles you to a discounted conference rate.
Categories and Fees
RADIO SMALL MARKET
- $500 per year + HST for the first station, plus $100 for each additional station under common ownership in the same market
RADIO TORONTO & OTTAWA
- $1,000 per year + HST for each station
TELEVISION
- $2,500 per year + HST for each large market station
- $1,000 per year + HST for each small market station
- $5,000 per network
ASSOCIATE MEMBER
- $150 per year + HST
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
- $150 per year + HST