June 2025

As we head into a season marked by emergency alerts, states of emergency across the Prairies, and evacuations due to wildfires, we’re reminded just how critical it is to keep our systems running and communication flowing across Canada. Our news departments, broadcast services, and emergency alert systems are in place, working hard, and doing their job.

At the same time, the arrival of summer means that production, film, and content creation can move outdoors—highlighting Canada’s lush green landscapes in everything from corporate marketing to commercial work, television, and film. Meanwhile, teams in arenas and stadiums across the country are working tirelessly to bring us the biggest games in the NHL, MLB, soccer, and CFL—right to our screens and radios, whether we’re at the lake or relaxing in the backyard with friends.

Media makers, content creators, and those connecting them to audiences don’t stop just because the weather is nice.

WABE Media and Entertainment Technology Conference (Sept 29 – Oct 1) at the Calgary Telus Convention Center.

For information on becoming an exhibitor or sponsor.

Book your travel and accommodations now.

WHERE SHOULD WABE GO NEXT?

EDUCATION STATE OF MIND]

If you or someone you know is interested in helping to curate free and premium education resources for our WABE members, please email EXECUTIVE@WABE.CA

 

🌲 Manitoba Day of Caring – June 5, 2025

Over 30 radio stations across Manitoba are coming together for the Manitoba Day of Caring for Wildfire Evacuees. They’ll be united on-air all day to support the Canadian Red Cross, raising crucial funds and awareness for those affected by the 2025 Manitoba wildfires.

How YOU can help:

❤️ Donate to the Canadian Red Cross

📱 Text RADIO to 20222 to donate $10 instantly

🔁 Share this message using hashtags #mbdayofcaring #ManitobaStrong #RadioForRelief

Let’s show evacuees they’re not alone. 💪

🎧 Toronto AES EXPO25

When: June 24, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Where: Toronto Metropolitan University, 80 Gould Street, Toronto, ON M5B 2M7
🔗 More info: https://www.torontoaes.org/

This 1-day event brings together audio manufacturers, distributors, retailers, designers, innovators, and evangelists shaping the future of audio technology.

🎙️ Wisycom Webinar Series – Hosted by AVL Media Group

WABE friend Rob Poretti, Sales Director at AVL Media Group, is presenting a series of Wisycom training webinars. Each session will be hosted twice per day, with detailed agendas and multiple dates available.

🔗 View the full agenda and register here

🎤 Feeling FOMO from InfoComm 2025?

If all the InfoComm posts have you feeling left out, don’t worry—many of the same vendors will be attending WABE this fall! Sign up today and meet them in Calgary:

📍 WABE 2025: Sept 29 – Oct 1, 2025
📍 Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
🔗 Register to attend WABE 2025

🎞️ It’s Film Festival Season

Still one of the most comprehensive lists of film festivals out there—perfect for content creators and filmmakers looking to connect and showcase their work:
🔗 Film Festival Guide – University of Toronto Library

💡 BONUS READ: “Everyone Loves an Underdog Story”

This Broadcast Dialogue column highlights the grit and heart behind great media storytelling.
🔗 Read it here