Canadian Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. operates as XM Canada through its subsidiary, Canadian Satellite Radio Inc. CSR is seeking to become the market leader in providing subscription-based satellite radio entertainment to the Canadian market. On June 16, 2005, the CRTC approved the application of CSR Inc. for a six-year broadcasting licence to offer satellite radio services across Canada. CSR creates unique content to be broadcast in Canada and the United States through XM Canada.
Canadian Satellite Radio Inc., headed by Toronto businessman John Bitove, in partnership with XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. CSR is planning to offer 101 channels, four of which will be produced in Canada. The Canadian channels will include an English music channel, a French music channel, a comedy channel and a talk/information channel. The cost will be $12.99 per month.
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) today announced the approval of three subscription radio licences and the establishment of a licensing framework for satellite subscription radio services. The Commission approved the licence applications of SIRIUS Canada Inc. (SIRIUS Canada) and Canadian Satellite Radio Inc. (CSR) for subscription radio services to be delivered by satellite and terrestrial transmitters, and the application by CHUM Limited (CHUM/Astral) to offer subscription radio services uniquely through terrestrial transmitters. These decisions foster the objectives of the Broadcasting Act and balance the interests of Canadian consumers, the radio industry and the music industry, said CRTC Chairman, Charles Dalfen. These licences will harness new technologies for Canadians and give Canadian talent exposure to listeners across Canada and indeed, North America both through new Canadian channels and air-play on U.S. channels. New and emerging artists should benefit especially from the airtime that is being reserved for them.
"We are going to make the right honourable Prime Minister Paul Martin, the government of Canada, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission, all of Canadian Satellite Radio's automotive, retail and artist supporters and all Canadians proud of the government's decision today to support the CRTC's decision of June 16," John I. Bitove, Chairman and CEO of CSR. September 9th. 2005

Sirius Canadian Satellite Radio and XM Canadian Satellite Radio Services:

SIRIUS Canada to Broadcast 100 Channels of Satellite Radio - Thursday November 3, 2005

"Canadians will be able to experience SIRIUS Canada's programming in time for the holidays. As the fastest growing satellite radio provider in North America, SIRIUS will have the greatest depth and variety of any satellite radio company in Canada," he added.
SIRIUS Canada's premium satellite radio service will be available soon at Future Shop, Best Buy, London Drugs, The Source by Circuit City, Canadian Tire and many other leading retailers throughout Canada. Consumers wanting more information on the SIRIUS Canada service can do so at: www.sirius-canada.ca. SIRIUS Canada premium subscription service will be priced at $14.99 (CAD) a month.
XM Canada offers the most commercial-free music - from classical to country, bluegrass to blues, hip-hop to opera, rock 'n' roll to jazz - and engaging talk show programs. XM Canadian Satellite Radio creates original content that reflects our unique Canadian culture and broadcasts it throughout North America.
SIRIUS Sports: SIRIUS Canada will provide the best in-depth sports coverage that will satisfy even the biggest Canadian sports fan. With live, play-by-play action on three dedicated SIRIUS play-by-play channels, Canadian sports fans will be able to tune into their favorite NBA and NFL games throughout the season. In addition, SIRIUS Canadian Satellite Radio will broadcast a wide variety of NHL hockey games on a nightly and weekly basis. SIRIUS Sports channels will also feature news, talk and athlete interviews on ESPN Radio and ESPN News, live coverage, news, talk and opinion of the NFL on SIRIUS NFL Radio. In addition, SIRIUS Canada will be offering hard core Canadian sports fans the best in sports and talk on Hardcore Sports Radio, provided by Score Media.Canadian Satellite Radio


XM kicks off satellite radio era in Canada with launch of service today - Tuesday November 22,2005

XM Canada listeners will be able to choose from the most extensive line-up of satellite radios in Canada from leading manufacturers such as Alpine, Audiovox, Delphi, Panasonic, Pioneer, Polk, Sony, and Yamaha. At the top of the list for this year's stocking stuffer are the new Delphi RoadyXT, an ultra-thin satellite radio offered at $99.99 through January 31, 2006 after mail-in rebate, and the Delphi XM MyFi, the first portable satellite radio, at $399.99 MSRP.
SIRIUS Music: SIRIUS Canada will offer a total of 60 commercial-free music stations to make up the widest range of music available. SIRIUS programmers will feature the best selections in rock, pop, country, Christian, jazz, hip hop, electronic, dance, R&B, Classical and show tunes.

Canadian Satellite Radio

XM Canada's channel line-up of unparalleled music, NHL coverage, entertainment and information programming will be this season's biggest hit. XM's digital-quality commercial-free music appeals to a wide range of music tastes including jazz, blues, classical, country, Christian, Latin, dance/electronica, new and classic rock, plus hits from the past six decades. Starting this season, hockey fans will be able to cheer all their favourite teams across the country with NHL play-by-play coverage of more than 40 games per week, 1,000 games per season. XM will become the exclusive satellite radio home of the NHL beginning with the 2007/2008 season.
To subscribe to XM Satellite Radio online or for more information about XM's recently announced programming line-up and radio choice, visit www.xmradio.ca.
Canadian Satellite Radio Inc. offers its satellite radio service and operates under the XM Canada(TM) brand. XM Canada has an exclusive Canadian licence from XM Satellite Radio Inc. (NASDAQ: XMSR - News), the leading satellite radio provider in the U.S. with more than five million subscribers.