SIRIUS Press

SIRIUS Canada subscribers score with extensive Super Bowl XLVI coverage live from Indianapolis

Thursday February 2, 2012

TORONTO, ON – February 2, 2012 – SiriusXM Canada (TSX: XSR), the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced comprehensive coverage of the biggest event in sports, Super Bowl XLVI, with multiple feed game broadcasts, in-depth analysis and an unending stream of top NFL players and personalities past and present live from Indianapolis.

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SiriusXM Canada to celebrate Canadian independent talent at the SiriusXM Indie Awards during Canadian Music Week

Thursday January 26, 2012

TORONTO, ON – January 26, 2012 – SiriusXM Canada (TSX: XSR), the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced that it will host the SiriusXM Indie Awards as part of its sponsorship of Canadian Music Week. The 12th annual celebration acknowledging the year’s top Canadian independent bands will take place in Toronto at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel on Saturday, March 24, 2012.

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SIRIUS Now Available on SONOS Wireless HiFi Systems in Canada

Wednesday January 18, 2012

TORONTO, ON & SANTA BARBARA, CA, Jan. 18, 2012 – SiriusXM Canada (TSX: XSR) and Sonos today announced the availability of Sirius on Sonos systems in Canada. Now, Sirius subscribers have an exciting new way to wirelessly stream their favourite Sirius programming all over the house and control it all from the palm of their hand.

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SIRIUSXM Canada LACES UP FOR THE 2012 NHL® ALL-STAR WEEKEND

Wednesday January 11, 2012

TORONTO, January 11, 2011 - SiriusXM Canada will help break the ice and get the party underway with a special concert featuring LIVE performances by The Sheepdogs and Young Rival.

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SiriusXM Canada Exceeds 2 Million Subscribers

Wednesday October 12, 2011

TORONTO, Oct. 12, 2011 – Canadian Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. (TSX: XSR), parent of SiriusXM Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced that it exceeded 2 million subscribers in Canada.

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Winning Communities Revealed for SiriusXM Canada’s Face the Music Summer Concert Series

Thursday July 21, 2011

Toronto, ON – July 21st, 2011 – SiriusXM Canada today revealed the winning communities for the inaugural Face the Music Summer Concert Series.

Sam Roberts Band, The Trews, Broken Social Scene, Bedouin Soundclash, City and Colour, k-os, Marie-Mai and Alfa Rococo set to rock Telkwa, BC; Sault Ste. Marie, ON; Baie-Comeau, QC and Sussex, NB with exclusive free concerts

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Sirius Canada and XM Canada Complete Merger

Tuesday June 21, 2011

- New organization to operate as SiriusXM Canada
- More than 1.8 million subscribers makes SiriusXM Canada one of the largest subscription media companies in Canada
- Expected synergies of $20 million on revenues of more than $200 million
- Leads in-car audio entertainment with partnerships with every major automotive manufacturer
- Leader in mobile and online listening space with internet rad

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Merger of Sirius Canada and XM Canada moving ahead

Tuesday June 14, 2011

Final closing of Merger and CSR's refinancing is currently scheduled to occur on June 21, 2011

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SIRIUS Canada and XM Canada Receive CRTC Approval to Merge

Monday April 11, 2011

TORONTO, Apr 11, 2011 -- Canadian Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. ("CSR" or the "Company"), parent company of XM Canada (TSX: XSR), along with SIRIUS Canada Inc., welcome today's Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) ruling which includes authorization of the transaction that will result in the merger of Canada's two satellite radio businesses, XM Canada and SIRIUS Canad

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SIRIUS Canada Presents Comprehensive Coverage of Super Bowl XLV

Monday January 31, 2011

TORONTO, Jan. 31, 2011 -- Sirius Canada announced today that it will broadcast Super Bowl XLV in 6 languages, offering listeners 9 different live broadcasts plus a wide mix of sports and entertainment programming from North Texas throughout Super Bowl Week.

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Sirius to Broadcast Every Manchester United Premier League Match Live

Monday January 3, 2011

TORONTO, Jan. 3, 2011 – SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will broadcast live play-by-play of every Manchester United English Premier League match. Throughout the English Premier League season, SIRIUS listeners can hear multiple games each week featuring several of the best teams in the U.K. All games will air on Sirius channels 125 and 113.

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'The History of Howard Stern: Act IV' Launches Exclusively on SIRIUS' Howard Stern Channels

Monday December 20, 2010

TORONTO, Dec. 20, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada today announced the launch of The History of Howard Stern: Act IV, the highly anticipated fourth chapter in the award-winning series that offers an unprecedented celebration and rare behind-the-scenes look at the life, career and achievements of Howard Stern.

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SIRIUS Celebrates Richard Pryor's 70th Birthday with 'Richard Pryor Radio'

Monday December 20, 2010

TORONTO, Dec. 20, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will launch "Richard Pryor Radio," a four-day uncensored channel devoted to the legendary comedian's decades of groundbreaking work.

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Quiznos Selects SIRIUS Satellite Radio for Restaurants in Canada

Thursday December 9, 2010

TORONTO – [December 9, 2010] – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced that Quiznos Canada has selected SIRIUS Satellite Radio as its exclusive provider of commercial-free music for 460 restaurant locations throughout Canada.

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'Dr. Laura' to Launch on SIRIUS

Monday November 29, 2010

TORONTO, Nov. 29, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada today announced that it will be the home to Dr. Laura, the live, daily call-in show hosted by Dr. Laura Schlessinger, America's # 1 female talk radio show host.

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SIRIUS Canada and XM Canada Announce Merger

Wednesday November 24, 2010

TORONTO, ON, November 24, 2010 – Canadian Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. (CSR), parent company of XM Canada (XM Canada) (TSX: XSR) and Sirius Canada Inc. (SIRIUS Canada) today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement to combine the companies in an all-stock merger of equals with a combined enterprise value of approximately $520 million.

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'Tis The Season to be Jolly with SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s Five Channels of Commercial-Free Holiday Music

Thursday November 11, 2010

TORONTO, Nov. 11, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada today announced its extensive holiday music lineup featuring five commercial-free specialty channels celebrating the most festive time of year.

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Live Bruce Springsteen Q&A with Fans on SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s E Street Radio

Wednesday November 10, 2010

TORONTO, Nov. 10, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that Bruce Springsteen will sit down for a rare Q&A session with a select group of listeners at the SIRIUS studios in New York City.

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SIRIUS Celebrates Halloween with Frightfully Festive Programming

Thursday October 28, 2010

TORONTO – October 28, 2010 – SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will air extensive spooky, creative and classic Halloween programming across multiple talk and entertainment channels, including Scream—a limited-run pop up channel devoted to all things Halloween, offering listeners of all ages the ultimate Halloween party soundtrack and a live Halloween Eve special hosted by Rob Zombie—and Alfred

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SIRIUS to Celebrate Pearl Jam's 20th Anniversary with Launch of Pearl Jam Radio

Thursday October 21, 2010

TORONTO, October 21, 2010 - SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will introduce Pearl Jam Radio, a commercial-free music channel devoted to the music of Pearl Jam on Friday, October 22, the 20th anniversary of the band's first public performance.

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'Elton!' to Launch on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Thursday October 14, 2010

TORONTO, Oct 14, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will launch "Elton!," a seven-day long, commercial-free music channel featuring music, interviews and special guest DJ sessions celebrating the release of Elton John and Leon Russell's new album, The Union.

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NFL Legend Joe Namath Joins SIRIUS NFL Radio

Wednesday September 15, 2010

TORONTO, Sept 15, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that NFL legend Joe Namath will host a weekly talk show on SIRIUS NFL Radio throughout the 2010 NFL season.

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SIRIUS Canada Launches Satellite Radio App for Android

Thursday August 19, 2010

TORONTO, August 19, 2010 - SIRIUS Canada, the country's leading audio entertainment company, today announced the launch of its official satellite radio app for Android-powered smartphones in Canada.

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Star Wars Celebration Radio to Launch on SIRIUS

Thursday August 5, 2010

TORONTO, Aug 05, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will launch Star Wars Celebration Radio, a four-day channel broadcasting live from Star Wars Celebration V at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, starting Thursday, August 12 at 6:00 pm ET on SIRIUS channel 108.

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Mike Posner to Launch Weekly Show on SIRIUS

Wednesday July 28, 2010

TORONTO, July 28, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada today announced the launch of a weekly show hosted by Mike Posner, the young phenom and mixtape superstar, whose music has risen to the top of the charts.

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2010 CFL Season: Every Game on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Tuesday June 22, 2010

TORONTO, June 22 - SIRIUS Canada, the country's leading audio entertainment company and the Canadian Football League (CFL) today announced that SIRIUS will broadcast every game of the 2010 season.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Carry Live Broadcast Coverage of U.S. Open Golf Championship

Wednesday June 16, 2010

TORONTO – June 16, 2010 – SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country’s leading audio entertainment company, announced today that it will offer ESPN Radio's live play-by-play coverage of the U.S. Open Golf Championship, running Thursday, June 17, through Sunday, June 20, at the Pebble Beach Golf Links in California, on SIRIUS channel 120.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Canada Celebrates Five Years of Supporting Canadian Artists at North by Northeast (NXNE)

Tuesday June 15, 2010

TORONTO, ON, June 15, 2010 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced its continued support for Canada’s North by Northeast (NXNE) festival. For the fifth consecutive year, SIRIUS Satellite Radio will broadcast live concerts featuring Canadian artists to listeners throughout Canada and the U.S.

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SIRIUS Canada to Broadcast All 64 Matches of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ in English and French

Thursday June 10, 2010

TORONTO – June 10, 2010 – SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country’s leading audio entertainment company, announced today that it will broadcast all 64 matches of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ live from South Africa from June 11 through July 11. SIRIUS Canada will broadcast every game in English and French.

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Brian Williams to Get Behind the Radio Mic for a Guest DJ Session for the First Time Ever on SIRIUS' E Street Radio

Tuesday June 8, 2010

TORONTO, June 8, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that "NBC Nightly News" anchor and managing editor Brian Williams will get behind the radio mic for the first time ever as a guest DJ to play some of his favorite Bruce Springsteen songs on Bruce Springsteen's E Street Radio channel, SIRIUS channel 10.

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SIRIUS Canada Launches Satellite Radio App for BlackBerry

Monday April 26, 2010

TORONTO, April 9, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced the launch of its official satellite radio app for BlackBerry users in Canada.

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Alan Jackson's Freight Train Radio to Launch on SIRIUS

Wednesday April 7, 2010

TORONTO, April 7, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will launch Alan Jackson's Freight Train Radio, a seven-day long, commercial-free music channel celebrating the music and career of one of country music's biggest stars.

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SIRIUS to Broadcast Live 2010 FIA Formula One World Championship Events

Monday March 22, 2010

TORONTO, March 22, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will broadcast every 2010 Formula 1 race live, offering unmatched access to the sport to SIRIUS listeners.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Canada Has SXSW Covered

Monday March 15, 2010

TORONTO, ON, [March 15, 2010] – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced plans for its live broadcast from the South by Southwest (SXSW) music festival in Austin, Texas March 17-21.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Canada Kicks Off Canadian Music Week with Platinum Blonde Reunion Concert and Live Performances from The Trews, Joel Plaskett, Default, Handsome Furs and more

Monday February 22, 2010

-- SIRIUS unveils a packed 2010 CMW lineup including a one-night Platinum Blonde reunion concert and English and French showcases featuring The Trews, Joel Plaskett, Jeff Martin, Default, Handsome Furs, Winter Gloves, Fred Fortin and more

-- SIRIUS Canada subscribers can win tickets to all performances in The Lounge – www.sirius.ca/lounge

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SIRIUS Canada Named One of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies

Tuesday February 16, 2010

TORONTO, February 16, 2010 – SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced that it has been named one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies for 2009.

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SIRIUS Announces Extensive Broadcast Coverage of Daytona 500

Wednesday February 10, 2010

TORONTO – February 10, 2010 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company today announced it will provide comprehensive coverage of the upcoming Daytona 500 on SIRIUS NASCAR Radio, the only radio channel dedicated entirely to NASCAR.

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The Who Channel to Launch on SIRIUS

Tuesday February 2, 2010

TORONTO – February 2, 2010 – SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will launch The Who Channel, a five-day long, commercial-free music channel featuring music, performances and interviews celebrating the career of one of the most iconic rock bands of all time, The Who.

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SIRIUS Canada Celebrates Canadian GRAMMY® Nominees with Live Broadcast from Los Angeles Featuring Hey Rosetta!, K’NAAN and Dan Mangan

Thursday January 28, 2010

TORONTO – January 28, 2010 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced it will once again broadcast Canadian Blast® - a live showcase event celebrating Canadian music excellence on the occasion of the 52nd Annual GRAMMY Awards®.

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SIRIUS Canada Announces Comprehensive Broadcast Coverage for Super Bowl XLIV

Thursday January 28, 2010

TORONTO, Jan 28, 2010 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will broadcast Super Bowl XLIV offering listeners 8 different live broadcasts in 5 languages plus live talk programming from South Florida throughout Super Bowl Week.

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SIRIUS Canada Exceeds One Million Subscribers

Monday January 11, 2010

TORONTO – January 11, 2010 – SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country’s leading audio entertainment company, today announced that it has exceeded one million paying subscribers across Canada. SIRIUS is the fastest growing audio entertainment company in Canada and one of the only subscription services in Canada to exceed the one million subscriber milestone after four years of operation.

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Russell Peters and SIRIUS Satellite Radio Canada Invite Rising Canadian Comics to Share the Spotlight

Tuesday December 22, 2009

TORONTO, December 22, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, and Canadian comedy superstar Russell Peters today announced the winners of its national comedy talent hunt – The SIRIUS Satellite Radio and Russell Peters’ Search for Canada’s BFF (Best Funny Five).

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The History of Howard Stern: Act III to Air on SIRIUS

Tuesday December 15, 2009

TORONTO, Dec 15, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will broadcast The History of Howard Stern: Act III, the highly anticipated third chapter of the original, exclusive radio documentary series that offers listeners a rare behind-the-scenes look at the life, career and achievements of Howard Stern. The History of Howard Stern: Act III will air from December 21 - January 1 on Howard 100

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Snoop Dogg Nation to Launch on SIRIUS

Thursday December 10, 2009

TORONTO, December 10, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, announced today that it will launch Snoop Dogg Nation, a week-long, commercial-free channel featuring music, interviews and specials celebrating the career of the hip-hop icon, from his early days with Dr. Dre to his newest album, Malice N Wonderland.

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Second City Comedy Radio to Launch on SIRIUS

Thursday December 10, 2009

TORONTO, December 10, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, announced today that it will launch Second City Comedy Radio, a two-day channel celebrating the 50th anniversary of the iconic improvisational comedy theatre.

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SIRIUS Canada Receives SOCAN Patron of Music Award

Thursday November 26, 2009

TORONTO, Nov. 26 - SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country's leading satellite radio company today announced it has been awarded a 2009 Patron of Music Award by SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers). The prestigious award was presented to SIRIUS Canada at the 20th Annual SOCAN Awards Gala at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto earlier this week.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Broadcast the 2009 CFL Eastern and Western Finals and the 97th Grey Cup

Friday November 20, 2009

TORONTO – (November 20, 2009) – SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country’s leading satellite radio company, and the Canadian Football League (CFL) today announced that the 2009 Eastern and Western Finals and the 97th Grey Cup will be broadcast live on SIRIUS Satellite Radio.

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SIRIUS Canada Launches First Satellite Radio App for iPhone and iPod touch in Canada

Tuesday November 17, 2009

TORONTO, November 17, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced the launch of the first official satellite radio app for iPhone and iPod touch users in Canada.

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Emeril Lagasse to Launch 'Cooking with Emeril,' His First Live Call-In Show, on SIRIUS’ Martha Stewart Living Radio

Tuesday November 17, 2009

TORONTO, Nov 17, 2009 -- During a special live broadcast on SIRIUS Radio today, Martha Stewart and Emeril Lagasse announced that starting the week of November 30, Emeril will host his first live call-in radio show, Cooking with Emeril. The broadcast will air twice-weekly on Stewart's exclusive satellite radio channel, Martha Stewart Living Radio.

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Miles Davis Radio to Launch on SIRIUS

Monday November 16, 2009

TORONTO, Nov 16, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will launch Miles Davis Radio, a 24-hour commercial-free channel devoted to the music and career of Miles Davis, one of the greatest visionaries and most important figures in jazz history.
The limited-run channel will launch on Friday, November 20 at 3:00 pm ET and will run until Wednesday, November 25 on SIRIUS channel 72.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Decks the Halls With Five Channels of Commercial-Free Holiday Music

Wednesday November 4, 2009

TORONTO, November 4, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada today announced its extensive holiday music lineup featuring five commercial-free specialty channels celebrating the most festive time of year.

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Rosie O'Donnell's 'Rosie Radio' Launches on SIRIUS

Monday October 26, 2009

TORONTO, October 26, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced that Rosie Radio, Rosie O'Donnell's exclusive live daily morning show, will launch on November 2. Rosie Radio is the Emmy-award winning talk show host, movie star, and stand-up comedienne's radio debut.
Rosie Radio will air Monday through Friday from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ET/7:00 - 9:00 am PT

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SIRIUS to Launch 'Halloween Radio'

Monday October 19, 2009

TORONTO – October 19, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada today announced it will launch SIRIUS Halloween Radio, a channel devoted to all things Halloween, offering listeners of all ages the ultimate 24/7 Halloween soundtrack.

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Monty Python Radio to Launch on SIRIUS

Tuesday October 13, 2009

TORONTO, Oct 13, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will launch Monty Python Radio, a 24/7 channel devoted to, and hosted by, the iconic British comedy troupe.

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Russell Peters Wants a Canadian BFF

Wednesday October 7, 2009

TORONTO, October 7, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced a partnership and contest with Canadian comic superstar Russell Peters. SIRIUS Satellite Radio and Russell Peters’ Search for Canada’s BFF (Best Funny Five) is a national talent hunt to discover the Canadian with the best five-minute comedy set. The contest will be promoted at sirius.ca and on

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Canada Adds Top-Rated Sports Talk Shows

Wednesday September 30, 2009

TORONTO, September 30, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced the addition of Hockey Central at Noon and Prime Time Sports - two of the country’s top-rated sports talk radio shows - to its Canadian sports channel, “Sports Express” (Ch. 97). With the addition of these programs, originating from THE FAN 590 studios in Toronto, SIRIUS Canada has assemble

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CBC’s Hockey Night in Canada Radio on SIRIUS Satellite Radio Returns for Third Season, Sept. 28

Friday September 25, 2009

CBC’S HOCKEY NIGHT IN CANADA heads back to the airways, Monday, Sept. 28, with HNIC Radio exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio. Season three will feature all the marquee interviews, intelligent hockey talk, and breaking news from the world of hockey that listeners have come to expect. Returning to its regular time slot, HNIC Radio on SIRIUS airs from 4-7 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday on SIRIUS S

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2009 Polaris Music Prize Gala Broadcast Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Friday September 18, 2009

TORONTO –September 18, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced that the 2009 Polaris Music Prize Gala will be broadcast live on SIRIUS Satellite Radio September 21. The Polaris Music Prize is Canada’s premiere independent music award featuring a $20,000 prize for a full-length Canadian album, judged solely on artistic merit, without regard to genre or r

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Metropolitan Opera Radio on SIRIUS to Broadcast Fourth Consecutive Season Live From the Metropolitan Opera

Thursday September 17, 2009

TORONTO, Sept 17, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, announced today that its Metropolitan Opera Radio channel will broadcast its fourth season live from the Metropolitan Opera beginning with Opening Night on Monday, September 21 and will include over 100 live performances during the Met's 2009-2010 season.

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Legendary Broadcaster John Madden Returns for Another Season on SIRIUS

Wednesday September 9, 2009

TORONTO, Sept. 9 – SIRIUS Canada announced today that longtime NFL broadcaster and Super Bowl winning head coach John Madden will return for his sixth season as a commentator on SIRIUS NFL Radio, available on SIRIUS channel 124.

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2009 NFL Season Kicks Off on SIRIUS Sept. 10

Tuesday September 8, 2009

TORONTO, Sept 08, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, will offer unparalleled coverage of the 2009 NFL season, providing SIRIUS subscribers with live play-by-play of games plus 24-hour coverage on SIRIUS NFL Radio, channel 124.

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2009 Polaris Music Prize Short List Announced Live on SIRIUS Satellite Radio Tuesday July 7

Monday July 6, 2009

TORONTO – (July 6, 2009) – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced that it will broadcast live coverage of the 2009 Polaris Music Prize short list announcement live from the Drake Hotel in Toronto.

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SIRIUS Celebrates Canada Day with Live Broadcasts and Exclusive Programming Featuring Canadian Artists

Tuesday June 30, 2009

TORONTO – June 30, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced that it will present a variety of special programming in celebration of Canada Day on July 1st, including live broadcasts and “best of live” performances featuring Canadian artists.

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SIRIUS and CFL Expand Coverage to Bring Fans Action from Every Single Game on Satellite Radio for the First Time

Friday June 26, 2009

TORONTO, June 26, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company and the Canadian Football League (CFL) today announced that SIRIUS will expand its broadcast coverage for the 2009 CFL season to bring listeners every game from every team. For the first time on radio, CFL fans anywhere in Canada and the U.S. will be able to listen to live play-by-play of all CFL games from eve

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Broadcasts Exclusive Live Concerts from Canadian Indie Artists at North by Northeast (NXNE)

Monday June 15, 2009

June 19 and 20 - SIRIUS presents 2 nights of live indie music from NXNE featuring Jason Collett, Wintersleep, In-flight Safety, The Cliks, Woodpigeon, DD/MM/YYYY, Ruby Coast, Hot Panda and Lovely Feathers

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Steve Earle to Launch New Season of His Show on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Wednesday June 3, 2009

TORONTO, June 3, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that it will launch the highly-anticipated second season of Steve Earle's SIRIUS Radio show, The Steve Earle Show: Hardcore Troubadour Radio Saturday, June 6 at 9:00 pm ET on Outlaw Country, SIRIUS channel 63.

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Dave Matthews Band Radio To Air on SIRIUS

Tuesday May 26, 2009

TORONTO, May 26, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada announced today that Dave Matthews Band will host their own music channel on SIRIUS. Dave Matthews Band Radio will be broadcast on SIRIUS’ Jam_On channel, SIRIUS channel 17 and will debut on Monday, June 1 starting at 12:00 pm ET and run through Monday, June 8 at 3:00 am ET. The launch of Dave Matthews Band Radio coincides with the band's release of their lat

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Polaris Music Prize announces Sirius Satellite Radio Canada as presenting sponsor

Monday May 25, 2009

TORONTO, May 25 /CNW/ - Steve Jordan, Executive Director of the Polaris Music Prize, today announced SIRIUS Satellite Radio Canada as the new presenting sponsor for the 2009 Polaris Music Prize. SIRIUS has been a supporting sponsor of Polaris since 2007 and has broadcast the event live to a North American audience on satellite radio for the past two years.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Canada Broadcasts Live from the NXNE Mainstage at Yonge-Dundas Square Friday, June 19, 2009

Wednesday May 20, 2009

TORONTO May 20, 2009 - The North By Northeast Mainstage will be broadcasting live on SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s Iceberg 85 channel with a trio of Canadian acts all known for their intense live shows on Friday, June 19.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Broadcast Serena Ryder Concert

Wednesday April 22, 2009

TORONTO – April 22, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced it will broadcast a recent live sold-out performance by Serena Ryder as a part of its ongoing SIRIUS Canadian Concert Series. Winner of the 2008 Juno Award for Best New Artist and the 2009 Juno Award for Adult Alternative Album of the Year, Ryder is currently on tour in the U.S. and Canada in s

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Legendary Blues Musicians B.B. King and Buddy Guy Come Together on B.B. King’s Bluesville Channel on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Friday April 17, 2009

Special edition of “You and Me with B.B. King” launches during SIRIUS’ Jazz Appreciation Month celebration of the roots of jazz

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Jimmy Buffett's Upcoming 'Summerzcool' Concert Tour Will Be Broadcast Live on SIRIUS

Wednesday April 15, 2009

TORONTO, April 15, 2009 -- SIRIUS Canada today announced that every show from Jimmy Buffett's 2009 Summerzcool Tour will air live on Radio Margaritaville, SIRIUS channel 31, starting with Buffett's performance at the Lakewood Amphitheatre in Atlanta, GA on Thursday, April 16 at 7 pm ET.

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SIRIUS Canada Broadcasts Live from SXSW

Tuesday March 17, 2009

TORONTO, ON, March 17, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced it will dedicate two channels – in both English and French - to exclusive live coverage of the South by Southwest (SXSW) music festival in Austin, Texas.

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'Mandatory Metallica' Channel to Air on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Monday March 9, 2009

TORONTO, March 9 -- SIRIUS Canada today announced that legendary rock band Metallica will host their own music channel on SIRIUS. Mandatory Metallica will be broadcast on SIRIUS channel 27 and will debut on Saturday, March 14 starting at 6:00 pm ET and run through Monday, April 13 at 3:00 am ET. The launch of the Mandatory Metallica channel coincides with the band's induction into the Rock and Ro

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Canada and Live Nation Canada Sign Exclusive Partnership

Wednesday February 25, 2009

TORONTO, ON – February 25, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, and Live Nation today announced a new partnership, which sees SIRIUS Canada become the official satellite radio partner of Live Nation in Canada.

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SIRIUS Launches Mad Dog Radio Channel

Friday February 6, 2009

TORONTO, Feb 06, 2009 – Mad Dog Radio, the all new, all-sports talk channel headlined by Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, has launched on SIRIUS channel 123. Mad Dog Radio features 24 hours of live sports talk daily Monday through Friday, plus live weekend programming, hosted by a variety of sports talk personalities.

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SIRIUS Canada and CIRPA Celebrate Canadian GRAMMY® Nominees

Monday February 2, 2009

TORONTO – February 2, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced it will broadcast Canadian Blast® - a live concert event celebrating Canadian music excellence on the occasion of the 51st Annual GRAMMY Awards®. The concert, part of The Consul General of Canada’s Showcase and Celebration of Canadian Music Excellence will be held at the Official Residence fo

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SIRIUS Canada Skates the Harbourfront with Cuff the Duke

Wednesday January 21, 2009

TORONTO - January 21, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced it will broadcast a live concert featuring emerging Canadian artist Cuff the Duke, free for all-ages at Toronto’s coolest dance floor - the Lakeside Terrace and the Natrel Rink at the Harbourfront Centre. SIRIUS listeners across Canada and the U.S. will be able to listen to the live show.

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SIRIUS Canada Announces Comprehensive Broadcast Coverage for Super Bowl XLIII

Wednesday January 21, 2009

TORONTO – January 21, 2009 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, announced today that it will provide extensive coverage of the Super Bowl with 11 different live broadcasts of Super Bowl XLIII in 8 languages, plus the live halftime performance by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, and live talk programming from Tampa every day of Super Bowl Week.

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Renowned Chef Bobby Flay to Host Five-Week Series of Shows on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Tuesday January 6, 2009

TORONTO, Jan 06, 2009 – Bobby Flay, the renowned chef, restaurateur, award-winning cookbook author and television personality, will host Bobby Flay Radio on SIRIUS Satellite Radio, an exclusive five-week series of live call-in shows on which he will explore the essentials of good living for men of all ages and backgrounds.

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Bubba the Love Sponge will continue to host popular weekday show on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Friday December 19, 2008

NEW YORK, Dec 19, 2008 -- Radio personality Bubba the Love Sponge has signed an agreement with SIRIUS.

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SIRIUS TO LAUNCH THE NATIONWIDE HANUKKAH CHANNEL FEATURING PROMINENT JEWISH LEADERS, ENTERTAINERS AND ARTISTS

Friday December 19, 2008

NEW YORK – December 19, 2008 – SIRIUS will broadcast Radio Hanukkah, a channel devoted exclusively to Hanukkah and Jewish culture featuring leaders from the Jewish community, prominent artists and beloved celebrities. Radio Hanukkah will be broadcast on SIRIUS channel 3 starting Sunday, December 21 at 4:00 pm ET.

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'The History of Howard Stern Act II' to Air Exclusively on SIRIUS

Friday December 19, 2008

TORONTO, Dec. 19 -- SIRIUS announced today that it will broadcast The History of Howard Stern Act II, a rare behind-the-scenes look at the life, career and achievements of Howard Stern.

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Disco and Old School Hip-Hop Channels Back by Popular Demand on SIRIUS

Tuesday December 16, 2008

TORONTO, Dec. 16 -- SIRIUS today announced the return of two music channels: The Strobe and Backspin. SIRIUS listeners will be able to listen to The Strobe and Backspin beginning Thursday, January 15.

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SIRIUS Announces Holiday Channel Lineup

Tuesday November 18, 2008

TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2008 -- SIRIUS will celebrate the holiday season with commercial-free music and specialty channels dedicated to the holiday season.

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The Best in Satellite Radio Just Got Better -- SIRIUS Canada unveils new music channels and programming

Wednesday November 12, 2008

TORONTO, Nov. 12 /CNW/ - SIRIUS Canada, the country's leading satellite radio company, today introduced new music channels and programming for subscribers in time for the holiday season.

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SIRIUS to Launch Channel Dedicated to Led Zeppelin

Thursday October 30, 2008

TORONTO – October 30, 2008– SIRIUS Canada will broadcast a new 100% commercial-free music channel dedicated to rock icons Led Zeppelin. Led Zeppelin Radio will be broadcast on SIRIUS channel 12 and will launch on Saturday, November 1 starting at 6:00 pm ET through December 31.

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Polaris Music Prize Gala Broadcast Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Tuesday September 23, 2008

- Live performances by Polaris nominees Black Mountain, Basia Bulat, Kathleen Edwards, Holy Fuck, Plants and Animals, Shad and Two Hours Traffic

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AC/DC Radio to Air on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Tuesday September 9, 2008

NEW YORK, Sept 09, 2008 -- Legendary rock band AC/DC will host their own music channel on SIRIUS Satellite Radio. The channel will celebrate AC/DC's iconic career and the upcoming release of Black Ice, the band's first studio album in eight years. AC/DC Radio will be broadcast on SIRIUS channel 29 and will debut on Monday, September 15, 2008 at 6 pm ET through January 15, 2009.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Premiere Weekly Show Devoted to The Beatles

Monday September 8, 2008

NEW YORK, Sept 08, 2008 -- SIRIUS will launch 'Breakfast with The Beatles,' a new weekly three-hour show dedicated to the music and legend of The Beatles. The show will air weekly exclusively on Little Steven's Underground Garage SIRIUS channel 25 beginning on Sunday, September 14 at 9:00 am ET.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Broadcast Comprehensive Live Coverage of Democratic and Republican National Conventions

Wednesday August 20, 2008

NEW YORK, Aug 19, 2008 -- SIRIUS will offer comprehensive live coverage from the U.S. 2008 Democratic and Republican National Conventions.

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CHRIS “MAD DOG” RUSSO TO HEADLINE “MAD DOG RADIO” ON SIRIUS

Tuesday August 19, 2008

NEW YORK – August 19, 2008 – Beginning September 15, renowned sports talk personality Chris “Mad Dog” Russo, the former star of the Mike and the Mad Dog show, will headline a new sports talk channel available on SIRIUS channel 123.

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SIRIUS Canada Statement on U.S. Satellite Radio Merger Decision

Tuesday July 29, 2008

- No disruption to subscriber’s service or subscription plans -

TORONTO, July 28, 2008 - SIRIUS Canada, the country's number one choice for satellite radio, issued the following statement regarding today’s decision by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission:

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio President’s Cup Debuts at Targa Newfoundland

Wednesday July 23, 2008

ST. JOHN’S (July 23, 2008) – SIRIUS Canada Inc. and Targa Newfoundland announced today that the SIRIUS Satellite Radio President’s Challenge for Manufacturers, will be launched at the 7th annual Targa Newfoundland. The SIRIUS Satellite Radio President’s Challenge is a new competition that pits automakers in a week-long, head-to-head contest for corporate bragging rights in Canada’s longest and tou

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Launches “Sound of Summer” Canadian Tour

Wednesday July 16, 2008

TORONTO, ON, July 16, 2008 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s number one choice for satellite radio, today announced that it has partnered with LAUNCH! (a division of CIM), to unleash the Sound of Summer Tour, the ultimate destination for Canadians this summer. The experiential tour hosted by SIRIUS also marks the start of the Concert Experience of a Lifetime contest.

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SIRIUS Canada Exceeds 750,000 Subscribers

Thursday June 12, 2008

- Strongest subscriber growth to-date with more than 250,000 added over 8 month period

- Increases programming line-up to 120 full-time channels

TORONTO – (June 12, 2008) – SIRIUS Canada Inc. today announced that it has exceeded 750,000 paying subscribers, adding more than 250,000 subscribers in the 8 months since October 2007. The last 8 months were the company’s strongest period of subscri

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Coldplay to Take over SIRIUS Satellite Radio Music Channel

Wednesday June 11, 2008

NEW YORK, June 11, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that Coldplay will take over SIRIUS' Alt Nation channel 21 for ten days.

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Canadian Independent Music Takes International Stage as SIRIUS Satellite Radio Broadcasts Exclusive Live Concerts from North by Northeast (NXNE)

Monday June 2, 2008

- June 13 and 14 - SIRIUS presents 2 nights of live music from NXNE featuring Canadian independent artists Matt Mays & El Torpedo, Justin Rutledge, Great Lake Swimmers, Ladyhawk, Hey Rosetta!, and more

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Broadcast UEFA Euro 2008 Soccer Matches Starting June 7

Thursday May 29, 2008

NEW YORK, May 29, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio announced today that it will be the exclusive satellite radio broadcaster of the 2008 UEFA European Football Championship, commonly known as Euro 2008.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Adds FORMULA 1 Motor Racing to Sports Programming Lineup

Thursday May 22, 2008

NEW YORK, May 22, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio and Formula One Management have entered into an agreement that will make SIRIUS the exclusive North American radio broadcaster of all FORMULA 1 (F1) races, marking the U.S. radio premiere of the high-profile sport.

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Kia Canada Signs Long-Term Exclusive Agreement with SIRIUS Canada

Tuesday May 20, 2008

TORONTO, May 20, 2008 - SIRIUS Canada, the country’s number one choice for satellite radio and Kia Canada Inc. today announced a long term exclusive agreement that will make SIRIUS Satellite Radio a factory-installed option for Kia vehicles beginning in June, 2008.

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Rock Pioneer Lou Reed Joins SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Thursday May 15, 2008

NEW YORK, May 15, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio announced that Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Lou Reed will host his own weekly show exclusively on SIRIUS. Lou Reed's New York Shuffle will premiere on SIRIUS Disorder channel 70 this Saturday, May 17th at 6 pm ET.

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Subaru Canada Offers SIRIUS Satellite Radio Exclusively on Impreza, Legacy and Outback Vehicles in Canada

Monday May 12, 2008

TORONTO, May 12, 2008 - SIRIUS Canada, the country’s number-one choice for satellite radio and Subaru Canada today announced that Subaru will offer SIRIUS Satellite Radio exclusively in the majority of its vehicles available in Canada.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Celebrates the 100th Anniversary of Mother's Day With Exclusive 'Radio Mom' Channel

Thursday May 1, 2008

NEW YORK, May 1, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that it has created a new channel in honor of the 100th anniversary of Mother's Day, "Radio Mom." The exclusive channel will broadcast for one week beginning May 3rd and will run through Mother's Day, Sunday, May 11th. SIRIUS' Radio Mom channel 119 will bring together SIRIUS listeners, hosts and other celebrities to create the largest

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Renews Exclusive Deal with Scott Ferrall

Monday April 28, 2008

NEW YORK, April 25, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that it has entered into an agreement with colorful sports talk personality Scott Ferrall to continue to host The Scott Ferrall Show, a live weeknight sports call-in show.

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Tony Stewart to Host SIRIUS NASCAR Radio Show Live From Graceland May 12

Tuesday April 15, 2008

NEW YORK, April 15, 2008 -- Two-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Tony Stewart will host a special broadcast of his weekly SIRIUS NASCAR Radio show Tony Stewart Live from Graceland, the Memphis home of Elvis Presley.

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Wendy’s Selects SIRIUS Satellite Radio for Restaurants in Canada

Friday March 28, 2008

TORONTO – [March 27, 2008] – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s number one choice for satellite radio today announced that Wendy’s Restaurants of Canada has selected SIRIUS Satellite Radio as its exclusive provider of commercial-free music for company-operated restaurants throughout Canada.

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SIRIUS to Launch Exclusive Morning Show on Indie Talk Channel with Vinnie Politan

Wednesday March 19, 2008

NEW YORK, March 19, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that it will launch an exclusive daily morning call-in show with Vinnie Politan on its new Indie Talk channel.

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'Rolling Stones Radio' to Air Exclusively On SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Monday March 17, 2008

NEW YORK, March 17, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio announced today that it will launch Rolling Stones Radio, an exclusive channel dedicated to rock icons the Rolling Stones. The channel will debut in conjunction with the release of Shine A Light, the Martin Scorsese film chronicling concerts from the band's 2006 "A Bigger Bang Tour" performed in New York City's Beacon Theater. Shine A Light, a Par

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'Rolling Stones Radio' to Air Exclusively On SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Monday March 17, 2008

NEW YORK, March 17, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio announced today that it will launch Rolling Stones Radio, an exclusive channel dedicated to rock icons the Rolling Stones. The channel will debut in conjunction with the release of Shine A Light, the Martin Scorsese film chronicling concerts from the band's 2006 "A Bigger Bang Tour" performed in New York City's Beacon Theater. Shine A Light, a Par

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SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO CELEBRATES CANADIAN TALENT AT THE 26th EDITION OF CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK

Tuesday March 4, 2008

TORONTO, ON – February 27, 2008– SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country’s leading satellite radio company, announced that it will partner to present two unique performances during the 26th installment of Rogers Wireless Canadian Music Week taking place March 5th-8th, 2008 in Toronto. Canadian Music Week has established itself as one of Canada’s largest and most respected music festivals.

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SIRIUS Announces Daytona 500 Broadcast Schedule

Tuesday February 12, 2008

NEW YORK, Feb 12, 2008 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio, the Official Satellite Radio Partner of NASCAR, will provide comprehensive coverage of the Daytona 500, featuring the live race broadcast plus multiple channels carrying in-car audio. SIRIUS NASCAR Radio will feature two new shows: Tradin' Paint, hosted by Danny "Chocolate" Myers and Steve Post and Late Shift, hosted by Rick Benjamin and Buddy Bake

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BURGER KING® Selects SIRIUS Satellite Radio as Exclusive Music Provider for Restaurants in Canada

Monday February 11, 2008

TORONTO – [December 17, 2007] – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s number one choice for satellite radio today announced that BURGER KING® has selected SIRIUS Satellite Radio as its exclusive provider for commercial-free music for its locations throughout Canada. With more than 310 locations in Canada, BURGER KING® is one of the country’s fastest growing food service companies.

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Tony Stewart Returns for Second Season on SIRIUS NASCAR Radio

Friday February 1, 2008

NEW YORK – February 1, 2008 - SIRIUS Satellite Radio, the Official Satellite Radio Partner of NASCAR, announced today that the critically-acclaimed talk show Tony Stewart Live, hosted by two-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Tony Stewart and veteran broadcaster Matt Yocum, will return for its second season on SIRIUS NASCAR Radio on Monday, February 4, 2008 (8:00 pm – 10:00 pm ET). The exclus

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Mercedes-Benz Canada and SIRIUS Satellite Radio Sign Exclusive Factory Standard Agreement

Thursday January 17, 2008

TORONTO, (January 17, 2008) – Mercedes-Benz Canada and SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country’s number one choice for satellite radio, today announced that Mercedes-Benz will offer SIRIUS exclusively as standard equipment on many of its vehicles available in Canada.

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Sirius to Devote Exclusive Channel to Bing Crosby for the Holidays - 'Bing Crosby Christmas Radio'

Thursday December 13, 2007

NEW YORK, Dec 13, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio announced today that it will devote an entire channel - Bing Crosby Christmas Radio - to classic Bing Crosby radio broadcasts from the personal vault of Bing Crosby, one of America's most beloved entertainers of all time and a star synonymous with classic holiday entertainment.

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ESPN and SIRIUS Satellite Radio Expand Broadcast Relationship to Include Exclusive Programming

Wednesday December 12, 2007

NEW YORK, Dec 11, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio and ESPN announced today a multi-year extension to their current broadcast agreement, which will provide SIRIUS listeners with an enhanced ESPN-dedicated channel. SIRIUS Channel 121 will supplement its ESPNEWS programming with a new, exclusive, weekly ESPN The Magazine talk show, and for the first time on national radio, exclusive simulcasts of some

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Renews With Bubba The Love Sponge(R)

Monday December 10, 2007

NEW YORK, Dec 10, 2007 -- Radio personality Bubba the Love Sponge(R) has renewed his contract with SIRIUS Satellite Radio to continue hosting his uncensored afternoon talk show on channel Howard 101.

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'The History of Howard Stern' to Air Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Friday December 7, 2007

NEW YORK, Dec 07, 2007 - SIRIUS Satellite Radio announced today that it will broadcast The History of Howard Stern, an unprecedented celebration and rare behind-the-scenes look at the life, career and achievements of Howard Stern.

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Bentley Vehicles to Feature SIRIUS Satellite Radio Exclusively in Canada - SIRIUS subscription provided for the lifetime of the radio

Wednesday December 5, 2007

TORONTO, (December 5, 2007) -- Bentley Motors Canada Ltd., and SIRIUS Canada Inc. the country’s number one choice for satellite radio, today announced an exclusive agreement for the inclusion of SIRIUS in Bentley vehicles in Canada.

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SIRIUS Canada Highlights Canadian Artists with Exclusive Concert Featuring The New Pornographers, K-OS, and Bill King’s Saturday Nite Fish Fry

Wednesday December 5, 2007

TORONTO, December 5, 2007 – SIRIUS Canada, the country’s number one choice for satellite radio, today announced that it will broadcast ‘Canada Comes to Berklee’, an exclusive live concert from Boston’s Berklee College of Music. The concert will feature Canadian artists, The New Pornographers, K-OS and Bill King’s Saturday Nite Fish Fry. The live event will be broadcast live on Iceberg 95 / channel

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Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada Signs Exclusive Agreement with SIRIUS Canada

Tuesday December 4, 2007

TORONTO, Ont. (December 4, 2007) – Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada Inc. (MMSCAN) and SIRIUS Canada, the country’s number one choice for satellite radio, today announced an exclusive agreement that will make SIRIUS Satellite Radio receivers standard equipment on many of Mitsubishi’s 2008 model year vehicles.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio's The Catholic Channel Kicks Off Advent Programming and Celebrates First Anniversary Broadcasting From The Vatican

Monday December 3, 2007

NEW YORK, Dec 03, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced The Catholic Channel's one-year anniversary and kickoff of its Advent programming with its first-ever trip to Rome to broadcast from the Vatican during the first week of Advent. The exclusive weeklong special begins Monday, December 3rd at 4:00pm on The Catholic Channel, SIRIUS channel 159.

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SIRIUS Announces Comprehensive Broadcast Schedule for NASCAR Champions Week

Monday November 26, 2007

NEW YORK, Nov 26, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio, the Official Satellite Radio Partner of NASCAR, will provide NASCAR fans with the most comprehensive coverage available of 2007 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Champions Week in New York City on SIRIUS NASCAR Radio, channel 128, the only radio channel that offers fans 24 hours of NASCAR programming 365 days a year.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Available For Lexus Vehicles in Canada

Wednesday November 21, 2007

TORONTO, [November 21, 2007] – Lexus in Canada and SIRIUS Canada, the country’s number one choice for satellite radio, today announced an expansion of their partnership that will make SIRIUS Satellite Radio available for Lexus vehicles in Canada beginning in December 2007.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Broadcast the 2007 CFL East and West Finals and the 95th Grey Cup

Friday November 16, 2007

TORONTO – (November 16) – SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country’s number one choice for satellite radio, and the Canadian Football League (CFL) today announced that the 2007 East and West Finals and the 95th Grey Cup will be broadcast live on SIRIUS Satellite Radio.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Launch 'Doctor Radio,' a Groundbreaking, 24/7 Health and Wellness Channel, in Partnership With NYU Medical Center

Monday November 12, 2007

NEW YORK, Nov 12, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio and NYU Medical Center today announced the creation of "Doctor Radio Powered by NYU Medical Center," an exclusive, pioneering, 24/7 radio channel featuring easily accessible information on health, wellness, and medical issues, from the physical to the psychological, brought to you by world-class doctors.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Roll Out the Red Carpet for British Pop Icons Duran Duran

Friday November 9, 2007

NEW YORK, Nov 09, 2007 -- To celebrate the upcoming release of Duran Duran's latest album Red Carpet Massacre (November 13th), SIRIUS Satellite Radio (Nasdaq: SIRI) will hand over control of its Super Shuffle channel to the influential British pop band. Duran Duran's Red Carpet Radio will premiere on November 13th at 12 pm ET and feature shows hosted by band members Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John

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Martha Stewart Living Radio and Taste of the NFL Team Up for a Special Interview Series Exclusively on Sirius Satellite Radio

Monday November 5, 2007

NEW YORK, Nov 05, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio announced today that Martha Stewart Living Radio, SIRIUS channel 112, will broadcast an exclusive series of interviews revolving around Taste of the NFL, the one-of-a-kind charitable food and wine-tasting event that benefits local and national hunger organizations.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Get 'Up Close and Personal with Alicia Keys'

Monday October 29, 2007

NEW YORK, Oct 29, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio and Alicia Keys will celebrate the release of her much anticipated third studio album, As I Am, with an exclusive performance in front of fans at SIRIUS' New York City studios. Up Close and Personal with Alicia Keys will air live on Heart & Soul channel 51 on November 9th at 5 pm ET.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Turn Channel Over to Country Music Star Garth Brooks

Monday October 29, 2007

NEW YORK, Oct 29, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio will celebrate the release of Garth Brooks' new 3-disc set, The Ultimate Hits, by turning over the reins of its Prime Country channel to the country music star for two weeks, beginning November 5th.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Turn Channel Over to Country Music Star Garth Brooks

Monday October 29, 2007

NEW YORK, Oct 29, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio will celebrate the release of Garth Brooks' new 3-disc set, The Ultimate Hits, by turning over the reins of its Prime Country channel to the country music star for two weeks, beginning November 5th.

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SIRIUS to be Exclusive Satellite Radio Broadcaster of WCSN'S 2007-08 FIS World Cup Ski Races

Friday October 26, 2007

NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, Oct 26, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio, together with World Championship Sports Network (WCSN), will provide exclusive satellite radio coverage of international alpine skiing events during the 2007-08 FIS World Cup ski season, broadcast on WCSN.

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NASCAR Driver Tony Stewart to Present First Ever 'Stewie Awards' Live Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio Nov. 29 During 2007 NASCAR Champions Week

Wednesday October 17, 2007

NEW YORK, Oct 17, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio, the Official Satellite Radio Partner of NASCAR, and Tony Stewart, two-time NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Champion, SIRIUS NASCAR Radio host and one of the sport's most exciting and outspoken drivers, announced today the creation of the first annual 'Stewie Awards,' honoring the best, boldest and funniest moments of the 2007 NASCAR season.

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SIRIUS Canada Achieves 500,000 Subscribers

Thursday October 11, 2007

TORONTO – (October 11, 2007) SIRIUS Canada Inc., Canada’s number one choice for satellite radio, announced today that it has achieved more than 500,000 paying subscribers nationwide, adding more than 200,000 since February, 2007. SIRIUS is Canada’s fastest growing satellite radio company and the first to surpass the key 500,000 subscriber milestone in the 22 months since the category was first int

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SIRIUS Canada Achieves 500,000 Subscribers

Thursday October 11, 2007

TORONTO – (October 11, 2007) SIRIUS Canada Inc., Canada’s number one choice for satellite radio, announced today that it has achieved more than 500,000 paying subscribers nationwide, adding more than 200,000 since February, 2007. SIRIUS is Canada’s fastest growing satellite radio company and the first to surpass the key 500,000 subscriber milestone in the 22 months since the category was first int

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'E Street Radio' Channel, Dedicated to Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Returns Exclusively to SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Thursday September 20, 2007

NEW YORK, Sept 20, 2007 -- In celebration of Bruce Springsteen's new album and concert tour with the E Street Band, SIRIUS Satellite Radio announced today the return of E Street Radio, an exclusive commercial-free channel dedicated to the music of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.

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Metropolitan Opera Radio Exclusively On SIRIUS Satellite Radio To Broadcast Second Season Live From The Metropolitan Opera

Thursday September 20, 2007

NEW YORK, Sept 20, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced its second season of live broadcasts from the Metropolitan Opera beginning with Opening Night on September 24th. Metropolitan Opera Radio channel 85 will also premiere The Met on Record, an exclusive new program featuring Met studio recordings to be broadcast weekly during the 2007-08 opera season.

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Barbara Walters to Launch Live Weekly Call-In Show Exclusively on Sirius Satellite Radio

Tuesday September 11, 2007

NEW YORK, Sept 11, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that broadcasting legend Barbara Walters will host an exclusive, weekly live call-in show on its SIRIUS Stars channel.

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CBC's Hockey Night in Canada Returns to the Airwaves Exclusively on Sirius Satellite Radio

Friday September 7, 2007

TORONTO, ON – [September 7, 2007] – CBC’S HOCKEY NIGHT IN CANADA begins another chapter in its longstanding history of hockey broadcasting excellence today, announcing the launch of HNIC Radio on SIRIUS Satellite Radio. HNIC Radio on SIRIUS hits the airwaves on SIRIUS Satellite Radio on Oct. 1, and brings CBC’S HOCKEY NIGHT IN CANADA back to the radio airwaves where it originally started 74 years

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2007 NFL Season Kicks Off on SIRIUS September 6

Friday August 31, 2007

NEW YORK, Aug 31, 2007 – SIRIUS, the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the NFL, will air every game of the 2007 NFL season live for the fourth straight year, offering listeners both home and visiting team broadcasts as well as national radio broadcasts.

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Grateful Dead Channel Launches Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Wednesday August 29, 2007

Aug 29, 2007 - SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced the launch of the highly anticipated Grateful Dead Channel. Heard exclusively on SIRIUS, the channel will feature music spanning the Grateful Dead's long and celebrated history. The channel will include rare and unreleased performances, original shows hosted by Grateful Dead founders Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann, as well

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Introduces Sportster 5 Dock & Play Radio

Wednesday August 15, 2007

New version of popular Dock & Play radio for car and home boasts an all new vivid multi-color display and 60 minute replay capability

TORONTO – August 15, 2007 – SIRIUS Canada today announced the launch of the Sportster 5, a new version of its popular Dock & Play radio, featuring a color display that subscribers can easily adjust to match car dash lights or mood, with user-selectable screen and

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Introduces the Stiletto 2, Taking Portable Audio Entertainment to the Next Level

Wednesday August 15, 2007

- Portable Stiletto 2 receives live SIRIUS Satellite Radio and includes capabilities that surpass the leading MP3 players

- Enhanced WiFi capability, internal flash memory stores up to 100 hours of live SIRIUS programming, stores and manages MP3/WMA files

- Removable flash card allows expanded memory

TORONTO – August 15, 2007 – SIRIUS Canada today announced the availability of its most a

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio joins the second edition of the Osheaga Music and Arts Festival

Wednesday August 8, 2007

MONTREAL, August 8, 2007 – SIRIUS Canada Inc., the country’s number one choice for satellite radio announced today that it will be a partner of the second edition of the "Osheaga Music and Arts Festival" which will be held on September 8 and 9, 2007 at Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montreal. SIRIUS will proudly present some of Canada’s best new artists on the "The Tree Stage SIRIUS Satellite Radio" stage.

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SIRIUS NFL Radio Training Camp Tour to Kick Off July 26

Tuesday July 24, 2007

NEW YORK, July 24, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio, the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the National Football League, announced today that the third annual SIRIUS NFL Radio Training Camp Tour will kick off July 26, covering all 32 NFL team camps leading up to the start of the 2007 NFL season.

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Audi Canada to Offer SIRIUS Satellite Radio as Factory Standard Equipment on Key Models

Monday July 23, 2007

TORONTO, (July 23, 2007) – Audi Canada and SIRIUS Canada, the country’s number one choice for satellite radio, today announced that SIRIUS Satellite Radio will be available as factory standard equipment on all model year 2008 Audi S4, A6 4.2, S6, A8, S8 and Audi Q7 4.2 models. In addition, Audi will offer SIRIUS as factory standard equipment in the all-new R8 mid-engined sports car.

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The Chairman's Hour 'Hosted' by Frank Sinatra to Launch Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Tuesday July 3, 2007

NEW YORK, July 2, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio and the Sinatra family are proud to announce a unique weekly show on Siriusly Sinatra channel 75. The Chairman's Hour is 'hosted' by Frank Sinatra himself using rare material unearthed from the Sinatra family archives. The show, spanning decades, is reflective of his body of work, emotional composition, and respect for those who he collaborated with

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Broadcast Every Montreal Alouettes Game in French

Friday June 29, 2007

TORONTO – (June 28, 2007) -- Montreal Alouette fans throughout North America can now listen to French language broadcasts of their favourite team on SIRIUS InfoPlus Ch. 187

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Happy Canada Day, Live from New York City

Tuesday June 26, 2007

TORONTO – (June 26, 2007) – Canadian musicians Serena Ryder, Peter Elkas and Wil celebrate Canada Day in New York City with live showcase performance presented by SIRIUS Canada and the Consulate General of Canada, New York. Concert broadcast live throughout North America on SIRIUS’ Iceberg 95 // Ch. 95

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio now available on Bell Mobility phones

Friday June 15, 2007

TORONTO, June 15, 2007 – Bell Canada today announced that SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s commercial-free music programming is now exclusively available on Bell Mobility multimedia phones.

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SIRIUS Honours Father's Day with Special Weeklong 24/7 ‘RADIO DAD’ Broadcast Event

Friday June 8, 2007

NEW YORK, June 8, 2007 -- Guest celebrities, comedians, famous fathers, and SIRIUS talent and listeners take over SIRIUS channel 119 for a weeklong 24/7 broadcast commemorating Father’s Day.

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Nancy Sinatra to Launch New Weekly Show Exclusively on Sirius Satellite Radio

Friday May 25, 2007

NEW YORK, May 25, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced the launch of a new show hosted by Nancy Sinatra exclusively on Siriusly Sinatra, SIRIUS channel 75, on Sunday evenings.

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SIRIUS Canada and Canadian Tire Announce Sponsorship and Marketing Agreement for NASCAR Canadian Tire Series

Friday May 25, 2007

TORONTO – (May 25, 2007) – SIRIUS Satellite Radio becomes presenting sponsor of 2007 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series. Agreement builds on SIRIUS’ existing relationship with NASCAR as the Official Satellite Radio Partner and broadcaster

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Cadillac Fairview Selects SIRIUS Satellite Radio for Sherway Gardens

Thursday May 24, 2007

TORONTO – May 24, 2007 Exclusive SIRIUS Listening Lounge offers shoppers a relaxing oasis and an opportunity to sample SIRIUS’ premium programming.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Broadcasts Extensive Radio Coverage of the Star Wars 30th Anniversary Celebration

Thursday May 24, 2007

NEW YORK, May 24, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio will offer the most comprehensive national radio coverage of “Star Wars Celebration IV” at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio and Grateful Dead to create Grateful Dead Radio Channel

Tuesday May 22, 2007

NEW YORK–May 22, 2007–SIRIUS Satellite Radio and the legendary Grateful Dead announced today a new radio channel dedicated to the music of Grateful Dead and its band members.

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Martha Stewart Living Radio launches "At Martha's Table" exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Tuesday May 22, 2007

NEW YORK – May 22, 2007 -- Martha goes live one-on-one for an in-depth conversation with the tastemakers of today. Series debuts with internationally acclaimed legendary chef and restaurateur Jean-Georges Vongerichten

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Martha Stewart Living Radio Broadcasts Innovative Pet Programming Five Nights a Week Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Thursday May 17, 2007

NEW YORK, NY – May 17, 2007– SIRIUS Satellite Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) today announced its Martha Stewart Living Radio channel has expanded its format of cooking, homekeeping and gardening to offer an innovative and exclusive block of pet programming dedicated to animals of all colors and stripes each weeknight starting at 8:00 pm ET.

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SIRIUS Announces Wide-Ranging Broadcast Schedule for 2007 NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge

Tuesday May 15, 2007

NEW YORK, May 15, 2007 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio, the Official Satellite Radio Partner of NASCAR, will provide the most comprehensive radio coverage available of the races and events of NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge Week.

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio To Debut Siriusly Sinatra Channel April 19th

Tuesday April 17, 2007

NEW YORK – (April 17, 2007) – SIRIUS Satellite Radio and the family of Frank Sinatra announced today that they will premiere their new, one-of-a-kind radio channel dedicated to the music, time and spirit of Frank Sinatra this Thursday, April 19 at 3 pm ET.

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Volkswagen Canada Offers SIRIUS Satellite Radio as Standard Equipment in 2 New Models

Wednesday April 11, 2007

TORONTO, April 11, 2007 -- Newly redesigned 2008 Touareg 2 and Triple White New Beetle Convertible will feature SIRIUS Satellite Radio as standard equipment

- SIRIUS factory installation program underway with Rabbit, Jetta, New Beetle, New Beetle Convertible, Passat Sedan, Touareg and Passat Wagon vehicles

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Hey Hey, My My - SIRIUS Canada and Canadian Musicians Record Neil Young Tribute – Borrowed Tunes II

Wednesday April 11, 2007

TORONTO, April 11, 2007 -- Barenaked Ladies, 54-40, Dallas Green, Chantal Kreviazuk, Great Lake Swimmers, Raine Maida, Finger Eleven, Ron Sexsmith, Dala and others set to record favourite Neil Young songs.

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NASCAR Driver Juan Pablo Montoya Signs Marketing Pact with SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Wednesday March 21, 2007

NEW YORK, March 21, 2007 -- Montoya will promote live race coverage and SIRIUS NASCAR Radio channel Marketing deal complements his existing Juan Pablo Montoya Report on SIRIUS NASCAR Radio

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Broadcast Live From the 2007 Winter Music Conference

Tuesday March 20, 2007

NEW YORK, March 20, 2007 - SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that it will broadcast from the 2007 Winter Music Conference live from Miami's South Beach featuring five days of the sexiest dance radio on radio.

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Renowned Animal Communicator Sonya Fitzpatrick to Host 'Animal Intuition,' Weekly Call-In Show Talking Both to and About Pets Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio

Monday March 12, 2007

NEW YORK, March 12, 2007 -- SIRIUS Canada today announced that renowned animal intuitive and communicator Sonya Fitzpatrick will host an exclusive weekly animal advice and call-in talk show, Animal Intuition.

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SIRIUS Canada Statement on U.S. Satellite Radio Merger Announcement

Monday February 19, 2007

TORONTO, Feb. 19 /CNW/ - SIRIUS Canada, the country's fastest growing satellite radio company, issued the following statement today following the announcement that U.S.-based SIRIUS Satellite Radio and XM intend to merge:

"With the exciting news coming from SIRIUS and XM in the U.S. today, SIRIUS Canada's 300,000 subscribers will continue to receive the best news, talk, sports, entertainment an

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Toyota Canada Inc. Signs Multi-year Agreement with SIRIUS Canada for Toyota and Lexus vehicles

Wednesday February 14, 2007

TORONTO, [February 14, 2007] –Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) and SIRIUS Canada, the country’s leading satellite radio company, today announced a multi-year distribution agreement that will make SIRIUS Satellite Radio receivers available in select Toyota and Lexus vehicles, beginning June 2007.

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