Radio-Canada announces changes to Atlantic Canada programming

Radio-Canada announced programming changes for Atlantic Canada beginning August 31, including a reduction of its regional television news program *Le Téléjournal Acadie* from one hour to 30 minutes. The final half-hour will shift to national news coverage produced by the Ottawa-Gatineau bureau, while the shortened program retains local reporting. The network introduced *Sens large*, a new daily multi-platform podcast hosted by television anchor Karine Godin, available live on radio from noon to 12:30 p.m. and on television at 1 p.m., with on-demand access. The podcast will feature two to three in-depth topics daily, aiming to provide deeper context for audiences. Nathalie Allaire, regional director of Radio-Canada Acadie, stated the changes were necessary to avoid overburdening reporters and staff. She emphasized that no job losses will result from the adjustments, though the shift has sparked concerns among some community leaders. Pascale Bergeron, executive director of the Centre Communautaire Saint-Anne, expressed disappointment, noting limited francophone news options in regions like Fredericton and Moncton. She warned the changes could reduce local coverage depth, particularly for seniors reliant on television news. Norma Dubé, vice-president of the Société Nationale de l’Acadie, supported the changes, calling the new podcast an opportunity to engage younger audiences and expand local content. She also praised the shift of *La billetterie Acadie*, an arts and culture show, to Saturday evenings, suggesting it could increase viewership.