Ok, some new brands announced, but nothing mentioned about the other brands, ie Cooking channel and Magnolia.

 

They will figure out new names and programming for Cooking Channel and Magnolia Network sometime soon.

There was going to be a new name and programming for the Oprah Winfrey Network. Unfortunately, Corus was unable to find an alternate source of programming, which resulted in the channel's unfortunate demise on September 1, 2024.

 

And will Rogers carry them on day one?

 

I think they should

 

My guess is NO because they are competitive but the CRTC could intervene in this should Corus complain. Of course I could be wrong. My reasoning for this is I specifically remember when Corus first launched Cartoon Network, Rogers refused to carry it for 2 years in. Their are other examples like Sportsman channel, and REV which didn't get carriage either for several years.

 

I would think Rogers will carry them because they are the same channel. It's not like Corus is shutting down a channel and launching a brand new one in its place. They have existing agreements for those channels. Cooking Channel and Magnolia Network, my guess is they use these channels for something other than their current genres and in those cases, new deals might have to be negotiated.

 

The carriage agreements between Corus and the TV providers have various renewal dates and allow Corus to rebrand the channels and change the content without having to renegotiate the contracts.

 

The ability to rebrand is part of the reason we have so many zombie channels. Compared to trying to get carriage for a new channel with other providers, it's much easier and cheaper. Plus, they can eek out a small profit from carriage fees and advertising while minimizing costs for programming and operations.

 

The names are very generic and the graphics I have seen for them, look more appropriate for a FAST channel. Either they couldn't find another (international) brand to partner with or they don't have the money to dole out for a new licensing deal. Considering their current financial situation the probably decided to go with generic in house names.

 

Here's the same press release on newswire that has the logos: CORUS INTRODUCES: FLAVOUR NETWORK AND HOME NETWORK

 

I could have come up with better branding. I wonder how much they paid for it.

 

If they decide to rebrand Cooking Channel and Magnolia Network, then here's what I would use for new branding:

Cooking Channel - Slice Food
Magnolia Network - Slice Home

If Corus just held on to OWN instead of shutting it down, it could have reverted back to its "Viva" branding and programming.

 

They haven't announced what they are doing with those channels. Its possible they could be shut down, but I'm guessing they'll likely be rebranded. Rogers is re-launching Magnolia but not Cooking channel

 

Given how much CanCon is in their library, I wouldn't be surprised if Corus uses this as an opportunity to launch something Hallmark-related under one of those (they have Hallmark Mystery and Hallmark Family as spin-offs in the U.S.) given how well their content does on W.

 

Since when did they start advertising the rebrand of HGTV, on HGTV, it said Home Network Coming Soon,

I totally forgot about the rebrand until I saw that commercial

 

CORUS ANNOUNCES A SLATE OF PREMIUM CANADIAN ORIGINAL PROGRAMMING DEBUTING NEXT YEAR ON HOME NETWORK AND FLAVOUR NETWORK - Corus Entertainment .
(Full Press Release)

Fourteen New and Returning Canadian Original Series Are Set to Premiere

Additional photography can be found here

Following the recent announcement of Corus Entertainment’s two new lifestyle brands launching December 30, 2024, the company shares further details on Home Network and Flavour Network’s upcoming originals slate. With 14 new and returning Canadian original titles, audiences can look forward to schedules packed with premium content and big-name talent, including series starring Pamela Anderson, Bryan and Sarah Baeumler, Scott McGillivray, Anna Olson, Andrew Phung, Eden Grinshpan and more. Viewers can learn more about these new brands by visiting HomeNetwork.ca and FlavourNetwork.ca.

“Corus is the nation’s proven expert in lifestyle programming, and we look forward to continuing this legacy with the upcoming launch of Flavour Network and Home Network,” said Rachel Nelson, Vice President, Original Programming and Head of Corus Studios. “With our best-in-class lifestyle talent and valued Canadian production partners, we look forward to delighting audiences with a broad slate of titles that are bold and fresher than ever. There will be familiar faces from proven hits and new voices and formats, all with Corus’ familiar flare for premium original lifestyle content.”

Home Network

Home Network brings viewers the very best in renovation and home design with nine new and returning Canadian original titles. Audiences will feel at home with the familiar faces of Canada’s favourite and established home renovation stars, plus the introduction of talented new personalities ready to make their mark.

Three brand-new series are currently in production. In Beer Budget Reno (10×60 – Proper Television), lifestyle expert Kristen Coutts delivers life-changing renos for people who are told they can’t afford them, transforming tired outdated spaces into something fresh and functional. For Rentovation (13×30 – Nikki Ray Media Agency), designer Natalie Chong helps renters transform transient spaces with nonpermanent solutions that give forever-home vibes without forever-living commitments. Then, Building Baeumler (10×60 – Si Entertainment) sees fan-favourites Bryan and Sarah Baeumler give viewers an inside look at their lives as they tackle a resort renovation in the Florida Keys, expand their Bahamas property and invest in a new project in the area, and tackle a personal renovation back home in Canada.

Additionally, three returning titles have wrapped production and are expected to premiere in Winter/Spring 2025. This includes Renovation Resort, Season 2 (8×60 – MEM) with Bryan Baeumler and Scott McGillivray, Scott’s Vacation House Rules, Season 6 (8×60 – MEM) with Scott and co-host Debra Salmoni, and Season 2 of Pamela Anderson’s home-renovation show Pamela’s Garden of Eden (8×60 – Fireworks Media Group).

Come 2025, three additional series will be in pre-production or development. The all-new Life is Messy (8×60 – Scott Brothers Entertainment) with Kortney Wilson and Kenny Brain follows the duo as they work with families facing unique life changes that have put a strain on both their relationships and their homes. Titles in development include new seasons of Rock Solid Builds (8×60 – Cineflix Productions), and House of Ali (8×60 – Nikki Ray Media Agency).

Flavour Network

Flavour Network turns up the heat in the food space, with three returning hits and three upcoming new Canadian originals packed full of flavour, fresh perspective and star power.

Winter 2025 will see the premiere of Pamela’s Cooking with Love (8×60 – Fireworks Media Group) hosted by Hollywood icon Pamela Anderson as she welcomes world-renowned chefs to Vancouver Island, creating beautiful plant-based meals for family and friends. Next year will also see the premiere of new seasons of Great Chocolate Showdown (8×60 – Nikki Ray Media Agency) with Anna Olson, Cynthia Tooley and Steve Hodge putting 10 home bakers to the ultimate test in the indulgent world of chocolate for a grand prize, and Carnival Eats (13×30 – Alibi Entertainment), where Noah Cappe brings viewers along on a food-frenzied roller coaster of culinary delights.

Meanwhile, comedian Andrew Phung heads into production this fall on Big Burger Battle (6×60 – Nikki Ray Media Agency). With judges George Motz and Connie DeSousa, the newly greenlit series will see seven burger-obsessed cooks and chefs come together to crown the world’s best Burger Master. Then, with a fresh season of Top Chef Canada on air now with Season 11, the most prestigious culinary competition in the country will return for Season 12 (8×60 – Insight Productions Ltd.), heading into production next year.

Currently at MIPCOM, Corus Studios is proudly presenting many of these titles for international distribution including Big Burger Battle, Building Baeumler, Life is Messy, Rentovation, Great Chocolate Showdown, House of Ali, Pamela’s Cooking with Love, Pamela’s Garden of Eden, Renovation Resort, Rock Solid Builds, and Scott’s Vacation House Rules.

Additional details on Home Network and Flavour Network’s programming will be unveiled in the coming weeks, along with the launch of the brands’ supporting social channels.

The new HomeNetwork.ca offers a fresh take on real estate, DIY projects, home decor and more, delivering inspiring articles, expert tips and the latest decor trends to help audiences create beautiful, functional living spaces. The new FlavourNetwork.ca will be a reflection of Canada’s vibrant food culture, from honest reviews to delicious recipes, ranging from comforting classics to quick and easy meals and international cuisines, all tailored to the tastes and trends Canadians are searching for.

Flavour Network and Home Network will replace the current channel position of Food Network Canada and HGTV Canada on December 30, 2024. Customers can contact their service provider for more details. Flavour Network and Home Network will be available for free preview for two months, from January 3 – February 28, 2025. Viewers will also be able to stream full episodes from both networks on STACKTV.

 

Cooking and Magnolia are possibly done effective December 31, according to SaskTel.

 

Access Communications has confirmed the channel rebrands.

 

THERE'S FOOD, AND THEN THERE'S FLAVOUR: FLAVOUR NETWORK DISHES UP ITS WINTER/SPRING 2025 LINEUP .

I posted the schedule details in the Corus thread, but please discuss this channel here. Some notable points in the press release:

WBD continuing episodes airing on Flavour in 2025 include Chopped , Guy's Grocery Games, Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern, and Beat Bobby Flay.

Viewers can learn more about the series by visiting the recently launched FlavourNetwork.ca. Flavour Network's social platforms will be live on December 27, 2024.

Flavour Network and Home Network will continue in the current channel position of Food Network Canada and HGTV Canada on December 30, 2024. Customers can contact their service provider for more details. Flavour Network and Home Network will be available for free preview for two months, from January 3 – February 28, 2025. Viewers will also be able to stream full episodes from both networks on STACKTV.

 

WELCOME HOME! HOME NETWORK OPENS THE DOOR TO ITS WINTER/SPRING LINEUP, STARTING DECEMBER 30 .

New episodes from Warner Bros Discovery will include House Hunters Renovation Season 18, My Lottery Dream Home, Season 16 & 17, House Hunters International and House Hunters.

Viewers can learn more about these series by visiting the recently launched HomeNetwork.ca, which offers a fresh take on real estate, DIY projects, home decor and more, delivering inspiring articles, expert tips and the latest decor trends to help audiences create beautiful, functional living spaces. Home Network's social platforms will be live on December 27, 2024.

 

Telus has stated that they will be carrying Flavour Network and Home Network when they launch on December 30.

In addition, they are removing the Discovery channels owned by Bell when they rebrand on January 1. Just like how they removed OLN when it shuttered, rather than carry it's replacement Bravo.

 

Start TV (run by Telus) has announced that they will be carrying Flavour Network and Home Network when they launch on December 30.

Again, just like their parent company Telus, they are removing the Discovery channels owned by Bell when they rebrand on January 1. Just like how they removed OLN when it shuttered, rather than carry its replacement Bravo.

 

I considered switching to Start.ca several years ago, not long after they launched their TV service. I would have but found the TV service to be poor value due to the way channels were bundled. Telus just made that worse.

 

It look like Rogers could offer Home Network and Flavour Network, the Where To Watch page on both website says "Coming Soon" for Rogers.

 

I don't usually post these types of news releases, but here's a summary of some interesting points.

CORUS ANNOUNCES OFFICIAL LAUNCH SPONSORS FOR FLAVOUR NETWORK AND HOME NETWORK - Corus Entertainment .

Marquee Partners Include Hellmann’s Mayonnaise, Pandora, and Think Turkey for Flavour Network, and The Brick and Rust-Oleum for Home Network. Additional Partners to be Announced in 2025

Corus repeated "Flavour Network and Home Network will replace the current channel position of Food Network Canada and HGTV Canada on December 30, 2024. Customers can contact their service provider for more details."

We'll see if Rogers cooperates.

 

Bell MTS updated their channel list and dropped all the channels ending this month, including the Cooking Channel and Magnolia. That implies they don't plan to replace Magnolia with the Rogers version.

 

And they may have replaced the soon to be defunct Bell and Corus networks with their upcoming successors.

 

SaskTel has signed on to carry both new networks.