– All Pattison Media radio stations can now be streamed on iHeart.com and the iHeartRadio Canada app –

– iHeartRadio Canada continues to provide extensive options for listeners, with thousands of radio stations, playlists, and podcasts –

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TORONTO , Nov. 20, 2024 /CNW/ - Bell Media's iHeartRadio Canada and Pattison Media announced today that Pattison Media's 51 radio stations are now available on the iHeartRadio Canada platform. The new partnership sees even more of Canada's popular radio stations join iHeartRadio Canada's extensive library, which includes music channels, radio stations, and hundreds of thousands of podcasts, playlists, and on demand content.

Bell Inbound Assist provides recognition and financial support to community organizations that welcome newcomers to Canada through basketballCanadians can nominate organizations from across the country, offering them a chance at one of three $30,000 Inbound Assist grantsThe Bell Inbound Assist program is part of a three-year collaboration between Bell and the Toronto Raptors with grants available annuallyNominations are now open and close on December 19, 2024

TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2024 /CNW/ - Bell and MLSE Foundation, the charitable arm of the Toronto Raptors, have teamed up again for year two of the Bell Inbound Assist program, a Bell for Better initiative that highlights the positive role basketball can play in helping newcomers feel at home in Canada. This year, Bell Inbound Assist will award three organizations supporting newcomers through sport with recognition and a $30,000 grant to continue or expand the work they do within their communities.

Innovative solution that integrates the mobile number directly into Microsoft Teams with advanced features is making mobile and hybrid work easier by streamlining transitions between home, office, and remote locationsLeveraging Canada's fastest and most reliable 5G network1 and one of Canada's largest SIP Trunking networks to empower the future of work in CanadaBell's expanded portfolio of Microsoft Modern Workplace offerings is designed to help businesses meet the evolving needs of their employees and customers

This news release contains forward-looking statements. For a description of the related risk factors and assumptions, please see the section entitled "Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements" later in this release.

MONTRÉAL, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) (NYSE: BCE) announced today that it has implemented the previously announced amendments to its Shareholder Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan (the "DRP") to permit, at the BCE Board's discretion, for the issuance of new common shares from treasury at a discount to the volume weighted average trading price of the common shares for the five trading days immediately preceding the applicable dividend payment date (the "Average Market Price").

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MONTRÉAL, Nov. 18, 2024 /CNW/ - BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) (NYSE: BCE) announced today that it has implemented the previously announced amendments to its Shareholder Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan (the "DRP") to permit, at the BCE Board's discretion, for the issuance of new common shares from treasury at a discount to the volume weighted average trading price of the common shares for the five trading days immediately preceding the applicable dividend payment date (the "Average Market Price").

About 60 per cent of Canadian organizations that have adopted AI, have limited to no AI strategy in place to guide deployment, risks and expected value.Reducing and automating tasks is the top GenAI use case amongst Canadian businesses, followed by drafting and editing documents.Improved quality of product (54 per cent) and a decreased time to market (52 per cent) have been cited as key return on investment areas for early GenAI adopters.

MONTRÉAL, Nov. 14, 2024 /CNW/ - According to a new Bell study released today, about 60 per cent of Canadian businesses that have adopted AI have limited to no AI governance strategy in place to guide deployment, risks and expected value. While more professionals are leveraging AI at work, there is a growing need for Canadian businesses to have strategic support to maximize the benefits and manage risks.

This news release contains forward-looking statements. For a description of the related risk factors and assumptions, please see the section entitled "Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements" later in this news release.

MONTRÉAL, Nov. 7, 2024 /CNW/ - BCE Inc. (BCE) today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange (the "TSX") has accepted a notice filed by BCE of its intention to renew its normal course issuer bid ("NCIB") to purchase up to 10% of the public float of each series of BCE's outstanding First Preferred Shares that are listed on the TSX (the "Preferred Shares"). The period of the NCIB will extend from November 11, 2024 to November 10, 2025, or an earlier date should BCE complete its purchases under the NCIB. BCE will pay the prevailing market price at the time of acquisition for any Preferred Shares purchased plus brokerage fees payable by BCE (except with respect to purchases made under an issuer bid exemption order, which will be at a discount to the prevailing market price), and all Preferred Shares acquired by BCE under the NCIB will be cancelled.

This news release contains forward-looking statements. For a description of the related risk factors and assumptions, please see the section entitled "Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" later in this news release. The information contained in this news release is unaudited.

Consolidated adjusted EBITDA1 growth of 2.1% in Q3 2024 compared to Q3 2023 delivering 1.7 percentage-point increase in adjusted EBITDA margin2 to 45.6% – highest quarterly margin in more than three decadesNet loss of $1,191 million with net loss attributable to common shareholders of $1,237 million, or $1.36 per common share attributable to approximately $2.1 billion in non-cash media asset impairment charges; adjusted net earnings1 of $688 million yielded adjusted EPS1 of $0.75, down 7.4%Free cash flow1 increased 10.3% to $832 million; cash flows from operating activities down 6.1% to $1,842 million158,412 total mobile phone and connected device net activations3, including highest quarterly prepaid net activations in five years of 69,085, up 187% 42,415 total retail Internet net subscriber activations3 contributed to 5% Internet revenue growth – best quarterly growth rate since Q2 2023 Bell Media revenue up 10.1% with 25.1% adjusted EBITDA growth; digital revenue4 up 19% as digital platforms and advertising technology continue to drive strong growth Updating 2024 revenue guidance to reflect lower-than-anticipated product revenue and sustained competitive wireless pricing pressures; all other financial guidance targets for 2024 remain unchanged

This news release contains forward-looking statements. For a description of the related risk factors and assumptions, please see the section entitled "Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" later in this news release. The information contained in this news release is unaudited.

Consolidated adjusted EBITDA1 growth of 2.1% in Q3 2024 compared to Q3 2023 delivering 1.7 percentage-point increase in adjusted EBITDA margin2 to 45.6% – highest quarterly margin in more than three decadesNet loss of $1,191 million with net loss attributable to common shareholders of $1,237 million, or $1.36 per common share attributable to approximately $2.1 billion in non-cash media asset impairment charges; adjusted net earnings1 of $688 million yielded adjusted EPS1 of $0.75, down 7.4%Free cash flow1 increased 10.3% to $832 million; cash flows from operating activities down 6.1% to $1,842 million158,412 total mobile phone and connected device net activations3, including highest quarterly prepaid net activations in five years of 69,085, up 187% 42,415 total retail Internet net subscriber activations3 contributed to 5% Internet revenue growth – best quarterly growth rate since Q2 2023 Bell Media revenue up 10.1% with 25.1% adjusted EBITDA growth; digital revenue4 up 19% as digital platforms and advertising technology continue to drive strong growth Updating 2024 revenue guidance to reflect lower-than-anticipated product revenue and sustained competitive wireless pricing pressures; all other financial guidance targets for 2024 remain unchanged

This news release contains forward-looking statements. For a description of the related risk factors and assumptions, please see the section entitled "Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" later in this release.

BCE to acquire 100% of equity in Ziply Fiber for approximately C$5.0 billion (U.S. $3.65 billion)Acquisition to extend Bell's fibre footprint to the United States, adding approximately 1.3 million fibre locationsAcquisition to reinforce Bell's position as third-largest fibre Internet provider in North America with a total of 9 million fibre locations and an objective to reach over 12 million fibre locations by the end of 2028Bell to use estimated C$4.2 billion net proceeds from sale of its ownership stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) towards funding the Acquisition

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BCE to acquire 100% of equity in Ziply Fiber for approximately C$5.0 billion (U.S. $3.65 billion)Acquisition to extend Bell's fibre footprint to the United States, adding approximately 1.3 million fibre locationsAcquisition to reinforce Bell's position as third-largest fibre Internet provider in North America with a total of 9 million fibre locations and an objective to reach over 12 million fibre locations by the end of 2028Bell to use estimated C$4.2 billion net proceeds from sale of its ownership stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) towards funding the Acquisition

Bell to give $10 million towards mental health in 2025, bringing total Bell Let's Talk investment to $184 million since 2010Bell Let's Talk Day on January 22, 2025 to feature text-to-donate campaign in support of six youth mental health providersBell to match Canadians' donations by text on Bell Let's Talk Day up to $1 millionYouth mental health in decline according to new Mental Health Research Canada report

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 10, 2024 /CNW/ - As a new comprehensive national report released today by Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) shows there is a growing mental health crisis among young Canadians, Bell announced it will prioritize youth mental health on Bell Let's Talk Day (January 22, 2025) and will launch a text-to-donate campaign with 100% of the funds raised going to six youth mental health providers: Integrated Youth Services, Jack.org, Kids Help Phone, National Association of Friendship Centres, Strongest Families Institute and Youth In Mind Foundation.

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 3, 2024 /CNW/ - On October 10, World Mental Health Day, Bell Let's Talk and Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) will release a new report on the state of youth mental health in Canada at Toronto Metropolitan University. CTV The Social's Melissa Grelo will moderate a panel discussion with young people who will share their experiences and perspectives on youth mental health.

The acquisition combines the expertise of both companies to offer a comprehensive suite of ServiceNow capabilities, powering North American businesses' IT transformation with digital workflow automation.HGC Technologies brings application development, HR service management, and a strong North American talent base to FX Innovation, strategically positioning FX Innovation for growth in the U.S. market.

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 9, 2024 /CNW/ - FX Innovation, a Bell Canada company, announced today the acquisition of HGC Technologies (HGC), an Elite ServiceNow partner. Based in Montréal, with Canadian and American operations, HGC has a proven track record of helping clients maximize their business impact with the ServiceNow digital workflow platform. With customized integrations of the platform into their clients' own ecosystems, they help accelerate results.

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 3, 2024 /CNW/ - On October 10, World Mental Health Day, Bell Let's Talk and Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) will release a new report on the state of youth mental health in Canada at Toronto Metropolitan University. CTV The Social's Melissa Grelo will moderate a panel discussion with young people who will share their experiences and perspectives on youth mental health.

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 3, 2024 /CNW/ - BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) (NYSE: BCE) will hold its third-quarter 2024 results conference call with the financial community on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 8:00 am eastern.

Participants will include Mirko Bibic, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Curtis Millen, Chief Financial Officer. Media are welcome to participate on a listen-only basis.

To participate, please dial toll-free 1-844-933-2401 or 647-724-5455. A replay will be available until midnight on December 7, 2024 by dialing 1-877-454-9859 or 647-483-1416 and entering passcode 2506355#.

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) (NYSE: BCE) will hold its third-quarter 2024 results conference call with the financial community on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 8:00 am eastern.

Participants will include Mirko Bibic, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Curtis Millen, Chief Financial Officer. Media are welcome to participate on a listen-only basis.

To participate, please dial toll-free 1-844-933-2401 or 647-724-5455. A replay will be available until midnight on December 7, 2024 by dialing 1-877-454-9859 or 647-483-1416 and entering passcode 2506355#.

BCE sells its stake in Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE) for CA$4.7 billionLong-term content rights agreement ensures TSN's place as Canada's Sports LeaderTSN to remain home of Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, Toronto Argonauts and Toronto FC gamesBell remains official telecom sponsor of the Toronto Raptors, and continues sponsorships of Toronto Argonauts and Toronto FC 

MONTRÉAL, Sept. 18, 2024 /CNW/ - BCE Inc. today announced that it has reached an agreement to sell its ownership stake in MLSE for CA$4.7 billion to Rogers Communications Inc. ("Rogers"), subject to relevant sports league and other customary approvals. The transaction is expected to close in mid-2025. BCE currently intends to direct proceeds of this sale towards reducing debt levels and to support its ongoing transformation from telco to techco with a focus on core growth drivers.

Bell and MacLean accelerate research and development on mining vehicle automation, autonomy, and interoperability.Bell installs private mobile network at MacLean research and training facility enhancing safety, driving sustainable practices and reducing vehicle emissions.

MONTRÉAL, QC and COLLINGWOOD, ON, Sept. 17, 2024 /CNW/ - Bell and MacLean, the world's largest Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment, today announced a technology collaboration to better support the evolving needs of mining customers. The innovations being introduced will improve equipment interoperability - the way in which machines exchange and make use of information - enhancing safety for workers and driving sustainable practices and reduced vehicle emissions.

– Bell Media expands offering to Prime members as TSN, Canada's Sports Leader, is now available alongside best-in-class streaming service Crave –– RDS also set to launch soon on Prime Video Channels –

TORONTO, Sept. 6, 2024 /CNW/ - Bell Media announced today that its TSN service, featuring live sports, is now available on Prime Video Channels in Canada. The linear feeds and on demand content from TSN can now be added by Prime members to their Prime Video account. TSN joins Bell Media's best-in-class streaming service Crave, which became part of Prime Video Channels in Canada in February, with RDS also set to become available soon.