The parent company of CTV B次元官网网址 says it will launch an internal workplace review amid criticism of its dismissal of Lisa LaFlamme from her role as chief anchor.

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An internal memo sent by a CTV executive yesterday said LaFlamme turned down the opportunity to bid farewell on air.