Upcoming Signal Frequency Update Changes Viewer Access to CTV Ottawa, CTV2 Ottawa, CTV Halifax, and CTV2 Toronto/Barrie (Fonthill), Effective August 5, 2020

TORONTO (July 27, 2020) – Bell Media announced today that beginning after 12 midnight on August 5, 2020, government-mandated transmitter updates will result in signal frequency changes to the following channels:

• • CTV Ottawa’s Channel 13.1
• • CTV2 Ottawa’s Channel 43.1
• • CTV Halifax’s Channel 5. 1
• • CTV2 Toronto/Barrie (Fonthill) Channel 42.1

Viewers using over-the-air rooftop or indoor antennas to access these channels will need to re-scan their television channels to restore service.

Viewers can re-scan their televisions following these easy steps (exact language may differ – viewers are encouraged to consult their TV manuals for model-specific details.):

• – Click “Settings” or “Menu” on the television’s remote control
• – Go to the “Channel” tab
• – Select the “Auto Channel Program”

This will scan the above-mentioned channels for viewers in each market and restore service. The process can take several minutes to complete.

Note: subscribers accessing the above channels through direct-to-home satellite, cable, Bell Fibe, or other distribution platforms will not be impacted.

Mandated by ISED (Innovation, Science, and Economic Development) in Canada and the Federal Communications Commission in the U.S. (FCC), this “TV channel repack” program requires broadcasters with over-the-air services to transition into a tighter spectrum to free up more spectrum for wireless carriers.

For more information and FAQs on these upcoming transmitter changes, visit CTV.ca.