Have an idea for original content you think Canadian audiences would enjoy? Wondering where you can send your script, song, book?
CBC is committed to offering Canadian audiences programming and content where they can see themselves, their interests, their values, and their country come alive. We want to work with you to tell Canadian stories – our stories – in our own voices.
And while preparing your pitch, be sure to consider our Green Production tips.
TV & Digital Platforms
To find out more on how to submit a pitch for TV or digital platforms visit the Independent Producers page. Please also visit the this Business/Rights page for more information about productions: https://www.cbc.ca/
CBC Podcasts
To submit an idea CBC Podcasts please follow the Pitch Guide For Podcasts
News Tips & Local Events
To share a story, news tip, or local event follow the FAQ How to reach local shows, pitch a new one, share music & find playlogs
Music Submissions
If you are a musician and wish to submit original songs for airplay on CBC networks, send them to the CBC Music Library by email to music.library@cbc.ca
You may also indicate the specific program for preferred play in the subject line of your email as follows: "Attention: [program name]"
Please attach with your email the following:
- Digital file (WAV format preferred) or downloadable links
- Album art and liner notes that list artist, composer and production credits
- Artist biography and/or media kit with contact information
Once the Library receives your submission, it will be reviewed for possible future programming on all relevant programs/platforms. Your submission will also be made available to all CBC Music producers.
Please note that the exclusive purpose of the email music.library@cbc.ca is to receive submitted music for consideration on CBC Radio platforms. The account will not reply to request for radio play or questions/comments concerning radio play. If you have a question about a song heard on CBC, please contact CBC National Audience Services.
Books
To have your published book considered for a CBC Books Reading List or a review email cbcbooks@cbc.ca