Amid a projected shortfall and expected belt-tightening, current and former CBC stars say the public broadcaster should prioritize shows that take risks and reflect the diverse fabric of the nation. Tait told a federal heritage committee in late January that it was up to the CBC’s board of directors to determine who gets bonuses. Toronto-based actor Emmanuel Kabongo, whose credits include the CBC shows “21 Thunder” and “Frankie Drake Mysteries,” said executives should not get bonuses if they don’t deserve them. If dollars are scarce, observers pressed CBC to focus on shows that reflect the country’s diverse population and take risks private networks wouldn’t normally take. Wraich praised the CBC for giving “Sort Of” a platform and said “Allegiance” could have a similar impact.
