TORONTO — He’s described as “a high-impact Canadian media leader with over 30 years of experience.” Introducing the new Executive Vice-President of CBC/Radio-Canada, inbound from the company led today by David Ellison.
The role is going to Doug Smith, formerly the Sr. Vice President of Streaming & Content Licensing/Regional Lead at Paramount. In this role, he was instrumental in orchestrating the Canadian launches of Paramount+ and Pluto TV. “Recognized as an inclusive and inspirational leader, he combines rigorous business discipline with a strong ability to navigate teams through periods of industry disruption,” the Canadian Broadcasting Corp., funded by the government, said in a statement.
CBC/Radio-Canada President/CEO Marie-Phillipe Bouchard commented, “Doug has an extensive track record in the media industry and a deep understanding of the Canadian ecosystem and the audiences we serve. We share the ambition to be an indispensable public service for Canadians — to be here for Canada with content that engages, unites and reflects our unique identity and values, while supporting and contributing to the success of Canada’s media ecosystem. Doug brings a unique combination of experience and perspectives that will add value to CBC/Radio-Canada and will enable us to achieve those goals.”
Smith said, “This is a remarkable honour for me. I have deep respect for the role the national public broadcaster plays in Canada. The CBC matters because it helps Canadians understand one another, stay informed, and see themselves reflected in the country we are building together. The work ahead is important to strengthen trust, cultural connection, and our democracy. I am proud to have the opportunity to join such a skilled and passionate team, and to contribute to that responsibility.”
