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JumpTV is an online broadcaster, providing channels from all over the world via the Internet. Users can watch a number of international channels, some for free, some on a subscription basis.

Fast Facts

1. Stock symbol: JTV (TSX)
2. Founders: Farell Miller, Dan O'Hara
3. Year Established: 2000
4. Industry: Online Television
5. Phone: (647) 426-1310
6. HQ: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
7. CEO: Jordan Banks
8. Chairman/CEO: G. Scott Paterson
9. Over 300 channels from over 80 countries

Though founded in 2000, JumpTV didn't really take shape until 2005, when Scott Paterson invested in the company to help it grow into what it is today. Previous to 2005, the company only had three employees and 22 stations.

In addition to the international channels, JumpTV offers an array of sports programming with live streaming feeds in addition to video on demand. This includes college sports, FIFA World Cup qualifying rounds, the Israeli Football League, and others.