Cable and Other Program Distribution

OVERVIEW

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in distributing television and radio programs, to subscribers, via cable or satellite distribution systems. These establishments deliver programming that originates from television and radio broadcasters, and pay and specialty channels.

These establishments may also provide other services, such as interactive television, information services and tele-banking services.

Example Activities:
Cable television services
Cablevision services
Closed circuit television (CCTV) services
Satellite television distribution systems

The information on the number, size and location of establishments can be used to assess the existing level of competition within the industry in your province/territory.
The table below shows the breakdown between employer and non-employer or indeterminate establishments for each province and territory as well as at the national level. For this industry, 5 of establishments are non-employers or indeterminate and 11 have one or more employees.