CanWest Global Communications Corporation was a Canadian media company founded in 1974. It was known for owning and operating various television stations, radio stations, and print media outlets across Canada and internationally. The company played a significant role in the Canadian media landscape, particularly through its ownership of the Global Television Network. In 2010, CanWest filed for bankruptcy protection due to financial difficulties. The company's assets were subsequently sold, and its broadcasting operations were acquired by Shaw Communications. This marked the end of CanWest as a standalone entity, but its legacy continues through the media properties it once owned.