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{{Infobox television channel
{{Infobox television channel
| name = T+E
| name = T+E
| logofile = T+E Television.png
| logo = T+E Television.png
| logocaption =
| logo_caption =
| logosize =
| logo_size =
| launch = {{start date and age|2001|09|07}}
| launch_date = {{start date and age|2001|09|07}}
| closed date =
| closed_date =
| picture format = [[1080i]] [[HDTV]]<br/>{{small|(downscaled to [[letterbox]]ed [[480i]] for the [[SDTV]] feed)|}}
| picture_format = [[1080i]] [[HDTV]]<br />(downscaled to [[letterboxed]] [[480i]] for the [[SDTV]] feed)
| share =
| network =
| share as of =
| owner = [[Blue Ant Media]]
| share source =
| country = Canada
| network =
| area = Canada
| owner = [[Blue Ant Media]]
| headquarters = [[Toronto|Toronto, Ontario]]
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| former_names = CTV Travel (2001–2006)<br />Travel + Escape (2006–2018)
| slogan = ''Totally entertaining TV''
| country = [[Canada]]
| replaced =
| sister_channels = [[BBC Earth (Canadian TV channel)|BBC Earth]]<br />[[BBC First (Canadian TV channel)|BBC First]]<br />[[Cottage Life (TV channel)|Cottage Life]]<br /> [[Love Nature]]<br />[[Makeful]]<br />[[Smithsonian Channel (Canada)|Smithsonian Channel]]<br />
| broadcast area = Canada
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| website = {{URL|https://www.totallyentertainingtv.com|T+E}}
| headquarters = [[Toronto|Toronto, Ontario]]
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| online_serv_1 = [[RiverTV]]
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| former names = CTV Travel (2001–2006)<br>Travel + Escape (2006-2018)
| online_chan_1 = [[Over-the-top media service|Over-the-top TV]]
| replaced names =
| sister names =
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| web = {{url|https://www.totallyentertainingtv.com|T+E}}
| sat serv 1 = [[Bell Satellite TV]]
| sat chan 1 = Channel 527 (SD)
| sat serv 2 = [[Shaw Direct]]
| sat chan 2 = Channel 572 (SD)<br>Channel 172 (HD)
| cable serv 1 = Available on many Canadian cable systems
| cable chan 1 = Check local listings
| iptv serv 1 = [[Fibe (Bell Aliant)|Bell Aliant Fibe TV]]
| iptv chan 1 = Channel 275 (SD)<br>Channel 470 (HD)
| iptv serv 2 = [[Bell Fibe TV]]
| iptv chan 2 = Channel 527 (SD)<br>Channel 1527 (HD)
| iptv serv 3 = [[Bell MTS]]
| iptv chan 3 = Channel 302 (SD)<br>Channel 1302 (HD)
| iptv serv 4 = [[Telus TV|Optik TV]]
| iptv chan 4 = Channel 9717 (SD)<br>Channel 717 (HD)
| iptv serv 5 = [[SaskTel]]
| iptv chan 5 = Channel 104 (SD)<br> Channel 404 (HD)
| iptv serv 6 = HuronTel Digital TV
| iptv chan 6 = Channel 371 (HD)
| iptv serv 7 = [[Vmedia|VMedia]]
| iptv chan 7 = Channel 267 (SD)
| iptv serv 8 = [[Zazeen]]
| iptv chan 8 = Channel 136 (SD)
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| iptv serv 9 = [[RiverTV]]
| iptv chan 9 = Channel 15 (HD)
}}
}}
'''T+E''' is a [[Television in Canada|Canadian]] [[English language]] cable television [[specialty channel]] owned by [[Blue Ant Media]]. The channel primarily broadcasts entertainment programming, including [[docu-series]] and dramas related to the supernatural and paranormal.
'''T+E''' is a [[Television in Canada|Canadian]] [[English language]] cable television [[specialty channel]] owned by [[Blue Ant Media]]. The channel primarily broadcasts entertainment programming, including [[docu-series]] and dramas related to the supernatural and [[paranormal]].


==History==
==History==
===Under CTV (2000–2010)===
On November 24, 2000, a general partnership consisting of BCE Media Inc./Groupe TVA Inc. (owning 51%) and CTV Television Inc. (owning 49%) were granted approval by the [[Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission]] (CRTC) to launch ''Travel TV'', described as a ''"national English-language Category 1 specialty television service... consisting exclusively of travel or travel-related programming. The service will explore the world within and beyond Canada’s borders. Programs will address various segments of the population and all types of travel, including those focusing on adventure, outdoor, sporting, cultural and historical interests."''<ref>[http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2000/DB2000-458.htm Decision CRTC 2000-458], CRTC, [[2000-11-24]]</ref>
On November 24, 2000, a general partnership consisting of BCE Media Inc./Groupe TVA Inc. (owning 51%) and [[List of assets owned by Bell Media#CTV Inc.|CTV Television Inc.]] (owning 49%) were granted approval by the [[Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission]] (CRTC) to launch ''Travel TV'', described as a ''"national English-language Category 1 specialty television service... consisting exclusively of travel or travel-related programming. The service will explore the world within and beyond Canada’s borders. Programs will address various segments of the population and all types of travel, including those focusing on adventure, outdoor, sporting, cultural and historical interests."''<ref>[http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2000/DB2000-458.htm Decision CRTC 2000-458], CRTC, 2000-11-24</ref>


The channel was launched on September 7, 2001 as '''CTV Travel'''<ref>[http://www.bce.ca/news-and-media/releases/show/ctv-inc-launching-seven-digital-channels-for-fall-2001 CTV Inc. launching seven digital channels for fall 2001] BCE press release 08 21 01</ref> under the sole ownership of CTV Television Inc.<ref>[http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2001/DB2001-495.htm Decision CRTC 2001-495] CRTC 08-14-01</ref> (parent company later became CTVglobemedia, now known today as [[Bell Media]]). Programming on the channel consisted of docu-series devoted to travel such as Jet Set, Exotic Islands, Places of Mystery, and [[Full Circle with Michael Palin]].<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20020610122228/http://www.ctvtravel.ca/about/ CTV Travel website archive] retrieved 03-12-17</ref>
The channel was launched on September 7, 2001, as '''CTV Travel'''<ref>[http://www.bce.ca/news-and-media/releases/show/ctv-inc-launching-seven-digital-channels-for-fall-2001 CTV Inc. launching seven digital channels for fall 2001] BCE press release 08 21 01</ref> under the sole ownership of CTV Television Inc <ref>[http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2001/DB2001-495.htm Decision CRTC 2001-495] CRTC 08-14-01</ref> (now a wholly-owned division of what is now [[Bell Media]]). Programming on the channel consisted of docu-series devoted to travel such as ''Jet Set'', ''Exotic Islands'', ''Places of Mystery'', and ''[[Full Circle with Michael Palin]]''.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20020610122228/http://www.ctvtravel.ca/about/ CTV Travel website archive] retrieved 03-12-17</ref>


On October 30, 2006, CTV Travel was renamed '''Travel + Escape''' (stylized as travel + escape until October 5, 2011) to give the channel, described by its owner, a new "edgier" look and feel to fit its new shift in programming the channel had already been making towards more character-driven and experienced-based travel series rather than the typical [[travel documentary|travelogue]] programs.<ref>[http://mediaincanada.com/2006/10/27/travel-20061027/ CTV Travel re-branding pushes ‘escapist entertainment’] MediaInCanada.com 2006-10-27</ref> New programs introduced to the channel included such series as ''Dead Famous'', ''The Pleasure Zone'', ''Hunt for Supertwister'', ''[[The Amazing Race (American TV series)|The Amazing Race]]'', and ''Mayhem at the Manor''.
On October 30, 2006, CTV Travel was renamed '''Travel + Escape''' (stylized as travel + escape until October 5, 2011) to give the channel, described by its owner, a new "edgier" look and feel to fit its new shift in programming the channel had already been making towards more character-driven and experienced-based travel series rather than the typical [[travel documentary|travelogue]] programs.<ref>[http://mediaincanada.com/2006/10/27/travel-20061027/ CTV Travel re-branding pushes ‘escapist entertainment’] MediaInCanada.com 2006-10-27</ref> New programs introduced to the channel included such series as ''Dead Famous'', ''The Pleasure Zone'', ''Hunt for Supertwister'', ''[[The Amazing Race (American TV series)|The Amazing Race]]'', and ''Mayhem at the Manor''.


On June 8, 2010, it was announced that CTVglobemedia would be selling Travel + Escape to [[Glassbox Television]].<ref>[http://www.mediacastermagazine.com/issues/story.aspx?aid=1000374047 GlassBOX to Acquire Specialty Channel travel + escape from CTV, June 8, 2010]</ref> The sale was approved by the CRTC on October 26<ref>[http://crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2010/2010-792.htm Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2010-792]</ref> and closed shortly thereafter. In November, [[Astral Media]] gained full control of Travel + Escape as co-owner.
On June 8, 2010, it was announced the channel would be sold to [[Glassbox Television]].<ref>[http://www.mediacastermagazine.com/issues/story.aspx?aid=1000374047 GlassBOX to Acquire Specialty Channel travel + escape from CTV, June 8, 2010]</ref> The sale was approved by the CRTC on October 26 and closed shortly thereafter.<ref>[http://crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2010/2010-792.htm Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2010-792]</ref>


===Under Blue Ant Media (2011–present)===
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On April 11, 2011, it was announced that [[Blue Ant Media]] would acquire a controlling interest in Glassbox Television. Blue Ant Media initially acquired a 29.9% stake in the company, with the option to expand their stake up to 75% which would give the company controlling interest.<ref>http://toronto.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20110411/blue-ant-media-110411/20110411?hub=TorontoNewHome</ref><ref>http://www.marketingmag.ca/news/media-news/broadcast-veteran-macmillan-buys-glassbox-television-stake-25884</ref> On October 5, 2011, Glassbox Television announced that Travel + Escape would undergo a major overhaul on November 1, 2011. The overhaul included a new logo, on-air presentation, and a slate of new programming.<ref>[http://glassbox.tv/2011/10/05/glassbox-re-launches-travelescape-channel-with-new-look-new-website-and-over-300-hours-of-fresh-programming/ GlassBOX re-launches Travel+Escape channel with New Look, New Website and over 300 hours of Fresh Programming] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111015000537/http://glassbox.tv/2011/10/05/glassbox-re-launches-travelescape-channel-with-new-look-new-website-and-over-300-hours-of-fresh-programming/ |date=2011-10-15 }} Glassbox Television press release 2011-10-05</ref> On December 15, 2011, Travel + Escape launched a [[high-definition television|high definition]] simulcast of the standard definition feed.
On April 11, 2011, it was announced that [[Blue Ant Media]] would acquire a controlling interest in Glassbox Television. Blue Ant Media initially acquired a 29.9% stake in the company, with the option to expand their stake up to 75% which would give the company controlling interest.<ref>[https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/blue-ant-media-to-acquire-glassbox-television-1.630123 CTV.ca]</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.marketingmag.ca/news/media-news/broadcast-veteran-macmillan-buys-glassbox-television-stake-25884|title = Broadcast veteran MacMillan buys GlassBox Television stake}}</ref>


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On October 5, 2011, Glassbox Television announced that Travel + Escape would undergo a major overhaul on November 1, 2011. The overhaul included a new logo, on-air presentation, and a slate of new programming.<ref>[http://glassbox.tv/2011/10/05/glassbox-re-launches-travelescape-channel-with-new-look-new-website-and-over-300-hours-of-fresh-programming/ GlassBOX re-launches Travel+Escape channel with New Look, New Website and over 300 hours of Fresh Programming] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111015000537/http://glassbox.tv/2011/10/05/glassbox-re-launches-travelescape-channel-with-new-look-new-website-and-over-300-hours-of-fresh-programming/ |date=2011-10-15 }} Glassbox Television press release 2011-10-05</ref> On December 15, 2011, Travel + Escape launched a [[high-definition television|high definition]] feed.{{citation needed|date=August 2021}}
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In the summer of 2012, Travel + Escape would be purchased outright by Blue Ant Media.<ref>[http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2012/2012-419.htm Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2012-419] CRTC 2012-08-01</ref> Under their ownership, the channel would further shift its focus away from travel-based series to general-interest adventure and exploration based programming. By 2016, the channel had begun airing scripted entertainment programming such as ''[[Buffy the Vampire Slayer]]'', ''[[The X-Files]]'', and ''[[CSI: Miami]]'' (which also airs on sibling channel [[Makeful]]).


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In the Summer of 2012, Glassbox Television would be fully acquired by Blue Ant Media.<ref>[http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2012/2012-419.htm Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2012-419] CRTC 2012-08-01</ref> Under their ownership, the channel would further [[channel drift|shift its focus away]] from travel-based series to general-interest adventure and exploration based programming.{{citation needed|date=August 2021}},
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In March 2018, Travel + Escape was renamed '''T+E''', as part of a full shift to supernatural and paranormal programming, but with the name of a separate channel — T+E as it’s daytime block, and Travel + Escape as its prime time block.<ref>[http://blueantmedia.com/2018/03/tes-new-line-up-is-totally-entertaining/ Eight-week national free preview will bring T+E’s jam-packed line-up of new supernatural programming and classic series to nine million Canadians], Blue Ant Media press release, 03-12-18</ref> On April 1, 2019, the Travel + Escpae block was dropped completely.

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In March 2018, Travel + Escape was renamed '''T+E''', as part of a full shift to supernatural and paranormal programming.<ref>[http://blueantmedia.com/2018/03/tes-new-line-up-is-totally-entertaining/ Eight-week national free preview will bring T+E’s jam-packed line-up of new supernatural programming and classic series to nine million Canadians], Blue Ant Media press release, 03-12-18</ref>


==Logos==
==Logos==
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!width="150px" colspan="1" bgcolor="#CCCCCC" | 2001–2006
!width="150px" colspan="1" bgcolor="#CCCCCC" | 2001–2006
!width="150px" colspan="1" bgcolor="#CCCCCC" | 2006–2011
!width="150px" colspan="1" bgcolor="#CCCCCC" | 2006–2011
!width="150px" colspan="1" bgcolor="#CCCCCC" | 2011-2019
!width="150px" colspan="1" bgcolor="#CCCCCC" | 2011–2019
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[[Category:Blue Ant Media]]
[[Category:Blue Ant Media channels]]
[[Category:Digital cable television networks in Canada]]
[[Category:Cable television channels in Canada]]
[[Category:Television channels and stations established in 2001]]
[[Category:Television channels and stations established in 2001]]
[[Category:English-language television stations in Canada]]
[[Category:English-language television stations in Canada]]

Latest revision as of 18:24, 18 August 2024

T+E
CountryCanada
Broadcast areaCanada
HeadquartersToronto, Ontario
Programming
Picture format1080i HDTV
(downscaled to letterboxed 480i for the SDTV feed)
Ownership
OwnerBlue Ant Media
Sister channelsBBC Earth
BBC First
Cottage Life
Love Nature
Makeful
Smithsonian Channel
History
LaunchedSeptember 7, 2001; 22 years ago (2001-09-07)
Former namesCTV Travel (2001–2006)
Travel + Escape (2006–2018)
Links
WebsiteT+E
Availability
Streaming media
RiverTVOver-the-top TV

T+E is a Canadian English language cable television specialty channel owned by Blue Ant Media. The channel primarily broadcasts entertainment programming, including docu-series and dramas related to the supernatural and paranormal.

History

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Under CTV (2000–2010)

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On November 24, 2000, a general partnership consisting of BCE Media Inc./Groupe TVA Inc. (owning 51%) and CTV Television Inc. (owning 49%) were granted approval by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) to launch Travel TV, described as a "national English-language Category 1 specialty television service... consisting exclusively of travel or travel-related programming. The service will explore the world within and beyond Canada’s borders. Programs will address various segments of the population and all types of travel, including those focusing on adventure, outdoor, sporting, cultural and historical interests."[1]

The channel was launched on September 7, 2001, as CTV Travel[2] under the sole ownership of CTV Television Inc [3] (now a wholly-owned division of what is now Bell Media). Programming on the channel consisted of docu-series devoted to travel such as Jet Set, Exotic Islands, Places of Mystery, and Full Circle with Michael Palin.[4]

On October 30, 2006, CTV Travel was renamed Travel + Escape (stylized as travel + escape until October 5, 2011) to give the channel, described by its owner, a new "edgier" look and feel to fit its new shift in programming the channel had already been making towards more character-driven and experienced-based travel series rather than the typical travelogue programs.[5] New programs introduced to the channel included such series as Dead Famous, The Pleasure Zone, Hunt for Supertwister, The Amazing Race, and Mayhem at the Manor.

On June 8, 2010, it was announced the channel would be sold to Glassbox Television.[6] The sale was approved by the CRTC on October 26 and closed shortly thereafter.[7]

Under Blue Ant Media (2011–present)

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On April 11, 2011, it was announced that Blue Ant Media would acquire a controlling interest in Glassbox Television. Blue Ant Media initially acquired a 29.9% stake in the company, with the option to expand their stake up to 75% which would give the company controlling interest.[8][9]

On October 5, 2011, Glassbox Television announced that Travel + Escape would undergo a major overhaul on November 1, 2011. The overhaul included a new logo, on-air presentation, and a slate of new programming.[10] On December 15, 2011, Travel + Escape launched a high definition feed.[citation needed]

In the Summer of 2012, Glassbox Television would be fully acquired by Blue Ant Media.[11] Under their ownership, the channel would further shift its focus away from travel-based series to general-interest adventure and exploration based programming.[citation needed],

In March 2018, Travel + Escape was renamed T+E, as part of a full shift to supernatural and paranormal programming.[12]

Logos

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2001–2006 2006–2011 2011–2019

References

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  1. ^ Decision CRTC 2000-458, CRTC, 2000-11-24
  2. ^ CTV Inc. launching seven digital channels for fall 2001 BCE press release 08 21 01
  3. ^ Decision CRTC 2001-495 CRTC 08-14-01
  4. ^ CTV Travel website archive retrieved 03-12-17
  5. ^ CTV Travel re-branding pushes ‘escapist entertainment’ MediaInCanada.com 2006-10-27
  6. ^ GlassBOX to Acquire Specialty Channel travel + escape from CTV, June 8, 2010
  7. ^ Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2010-792
  8. ^ CTV.ca
  9. ^ "Broadcast veteran MacMillan buys GlassBox Television stake".
  10. ^ GlassBOX re-launches Travel+Escape channel with New Look, New Website and over 300 hours of Fresh Programming Archived 2011-10-15 at the Wayback Machine Glassbox Television press release 2011-10-05
  11. ^ Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2012-419 CRTC 2012-08-01
  12. ^ Eight-week national free preview will bring T+E’s jam-packed line-up of new supernatural programming and classic series to nine million Canadians, Blue Ant Media press release, 03-12-18
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