Paramount+ announced today a greenlight for Season 4 of Canadian series SKYMED with Paramount+ in Canada on board for first time in the series history. The hit medical drama follows the triumphs and tribulations of young medics and pilots who fly air ambulances across the remote skies of Northern Canada, weaving together intense journeys with jaw-dropping medical rescues 20,000 feet in the air in the most remote conditions. Produced by Piazza Entertainment, the eight-episode season begins production later this summer in North Bay, Ontario and Manitoba, and will stream exclusively on Paramount+ in Canada, the U.S., Latin America and Brazil, UK, Australia, Italy, France, Germany, Switzerland and Austria.
Additionally, Paramount+ in Canada will welcome SKYMED Seasons 1 – 3 to the platform this fall introducing the full series to new audiences prior to the fourth season’s exclusive premiere on the service in 2026.
“Paramount+ in Canada is thrilled to introduce our audiences to SKYMED, a Canadian story set against a truly spectacular part of our country,” said Vanessa Case, Vice President of Content, Paramount+ and Pluto TV Canada. “Julie Puckrin created something really special, and Vanessa Piazza and the team at Piazza Entertainment brought it to life. Originally developed with the CBC, we’re excited to continue the series as we partner with Piazza Entertainment to deliver a fourth season of this fresh and Canadian take on the medical procedural.”
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Paramount+ in Canada and to continue our relationship with P+ globally,” said Vanessa Piazza, Executive Producer and President at Piazza Entertainment. “It’s also exciting that a new audience will be able catch up on previous seasons of SKYMED – and get ready for Season 4 – all in one place on Paramount+ in Canada.”
Returning to SKYMED are series regulars Natasha Calis (Nurses) as Hayley, Morgan Holmstrom (Outlander) as Crystal, Mercedes Morris (Ghosts) as Lexi, Sydney Kuhne (Ginny & Georgia) as Stef, and Aaron Ashmore (Ginny & Georgia) as Wheezer. Additional casting announcements will be made in the future.
SKYMED Season 4 will be produced by Piazza Entertainment in association with Paramount+ in Canada and CBS Studios. The series was created by Julie Puckrin and inspired by her sister and brother-in-law, who met flying air ambulances. Puckrin also serves as executive producer, along with Gillian Hormel and Vanessa Piazza. From Manitoba, Rhonda Baker, and Carrie Wilkins serve as producers. SKYMED is distributed internationally by Paramount Global Content Distribution.
The first three seasons of SKYMED were produced by Piazza Entertainment in association with the CBC and CBS Studios. Seasons 1-3 are currently available to stream on CBC Gem and will be available on Paramount+ in Canada this fall.
About Paramount+ Paramount+ is a global digital subscription video streaming service from Paramount that features a mountain of premium entertainment for audiences of all ages. Internationally, the streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME®, BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel™, in addition to a robust offering of premier local content. The service is currently live in Australia, Austria, Canada, the Caribbean, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latin America, Switzerland, the U.K. and the U.S.
About CBS Studios CBS Studios is one of the world’s leading producers of entertainment programming, with dozens of globally popular series for broadcast and streaming. The Studio’s expansive portfolio includes a diverse slate of commercially successful and critically acclaimed programming which includes genre-defining franchises such as NCIS and the STAR TREK universe, fan-favorite comedies such as The Neighborhood and Ghosts, the newly reimagined Matlock, and buzzy international co-productions such as COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS and upcoming King & Conqueror.
About Piazza Entertainment Piazza Entertainment was founded in 2016 by Executive Producer, Vanessa Piazza (SkyMed, Lost Girl, Dark Matter, Nurses, XIII, The Other Half). Piazza Entertainment is a film and television production company established to create premium television programming for the domestic and international markets. Piazza’s partnerships included a multi-year first look deal with international distributor and studio Entertainment One, which concluded in 2019. In addition to SkyMed, Piazza Entertainment has several other projects actively in development.
Dogs are said to be human’s best friend, but what about pigs, horses, turkeys and snakes? Accessible Media Inc. (AMI), in partnership with Summerhill Media Inc. and in association with Fifth Ground Entertainment, is excited to announce the debut of the eight-episode Collar of Duty Kids, Monday, June 23, at 8 p.m. Eastern on AMI-tv and AMI+.
A spinoff of the successful original series Collar of Duty, Collar of Duty Kids takes young viewers into the lives of amazing children who have been matched with extraordinary service animals.
Whether it’s a therapy horse helping a 13-year-old boy with Down Syndrome to find his voice, emotional support chickens acting as a cheery distraction for a young girl with Type 1 diabetes, or a service dog teaming up with a young girl with a limb difference, this series immerses viewers into the world of children and the animals that assist them.
“This inclusive, fun and touching documentary series is all about the powerful pairings between children and animals, as well as the life adventures they experience together,” says Cara Nye, Director, Content Development and Production at AMI. “We know our young viewers and their families will love learning these stories.”
“Animals are making our world more accessible for kids, and the impact is both profound and undeniable. It is also needed,” says Laura Lillie, series creator and executive producer, Summerhill Media Inc. “This first all-kids season is as playful as it is educational. Get ready for the best season yet.”
Companies featured in Season 1 of Collar of Duty Kids include PetSmart, SARI Therapeutic Riding, Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides, CNIB, Horse Discovery, Dancing Goat Therapy Farm, Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory, Partners with Paws, CHEO and Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.
The first three episodes of Collar of Duty Kids include:
Puppy Bath Time – Monday, June 23, at 8 p.m. Eastern A horse named Ace helps a 13-year-old boy with Down Syndrome find his voice. Meanwhile, it’s bath time for future dog guide puppies, and things go swimmingly when service dog Atlas teams up with a young girl with a limb difference.
Foster Puppy Pick Up – Monday, June 30, at 8 p.m. Eastern Therapy horses Shaemus and Soleil join 17-year-old Sam as they take new steps forward on a snowy trail. It’s puppy pick up day and time for eight-week-old puppy Eloise to head home with her foster family, and study buddies Lucy and service dog Elwood are crushing their first year of campus life together.
Learning with Horses – Monday, July 7, at 8 p.m. Eastern A chattering of emotional support chickens is a cheery distraction for a young girl with Type 1 diabetes. Meanwhile, children are learning and feeling with horses at Horse Discovery, and William takes on his first solo musical performance with service dog Wander by his side.
Collar of Duty Kids airs Mondays at 8 p.m. Eastern on AMI-tv. Stream episodes anytime, for free, on AMI+.
About Summerhill Media Inc. While our goal is pure entertainment, our passion is connection through story. Inspired by subtext and the sublime, we are on a mission to tell life-affirming stories, in both unscripted and scripted original programs. Our flexible and caring approach allows us to continue to work and play in an ever-evolving marketplace. Our series and award-winning docs have appeared in every major market around the world.
About Fifth Ground Entertainment The Fifth Ground Entertainment (FGE) team brings stories to life on every screen — from factual and documentary to scripted to branded content. Toronto-based FGE is known for its award-winning television including scripted comedy series Rent-A-Goalie (Showcase, 22 industry awards noms), music documentary series The Rawside Of… (IFC, 2 Gemini noms), and critically lauded documentary series Reelside (TMN/Crave, 2 Canadian Screen Awards noms — best doc series and best directing). FGE produced kids’ science adventure series Leo’s FishHeads and Leo’s Pollinators (nominated for a Best Children’s Non-fiction CSA) for TVOkids, with Secrets of the Forest on air now and The Screen Team in production. Cloudy and The Booligans are in development. Additionally, FGE produces digital and branded content including collaborations with Spin Master, Deloitte, BlackBerry, Yahoo! and the NHLPA. FGE is also heavily involved in documentary production with a social conscience.
About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Bell Media unveiled its 2025/26 lineup of English and French-language original content today, featuring a total of 116 titles of premium original content and documentaries. The exciting slate showcases a diverse array of Canadian stories, crafted by renowned talent and established creatives. As Bell Media continues to produce globally relevant, profitable original content, the slate is expected to grow with additional titles to be announced.
“Bell Media’s 2025/26 programming slate demonstrates our ongoing investment in Canadian content, as well as our commitment to collaborating with the country’s most creative minds,” said Sean Cohan, President, Bell Media. “We strive to push the boundaries and deliver compelling stories that transcend borders and platforms. Alongside our world-class production partners, we are solidifying Bell Media’s place as a digital media and content powerhouse.”
Among today’s announcements:
Crave confirms six-episode order for its steamy romance HEATED RIVALRY, based on the best-selling novel by Rachel Reid, and from executive producer Jacob Tierney; the series is now in production in Toronto, Hamilton, Guelph, and Muskoka, and stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie as Shane Hollander and Ilya Rezanov, along with François Arnaud, Robbie GK, Sophie Nélisse, Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova, Dylan Walsh and Christina Chang.
The first project with Elliot Page’s PAGEBOY Productions, who recently partnered with Bell Media on a co-development deal, is SLO PITCH, a comedy series from Shaftesbury for CTV and Crave. The series is created by J Stevens, Karen Knox, and Gwenlyn Cumyn and developed for television by Katie Ford and Jane Cooper Ford.
Jared Keeso’s next highly-anticipated untitled Crave Original series, produced by New Metric Media, starts production later this fall and is set to premiere in 2026.
The first title from Bell Media’s co-development deal with Tom Green is the Crave Original interview series TOM GREEN’S FUNNY FARM, a high-energy show where the legendary comedian engages guests in extended, magazine-style interviews from his farm in rural Ontario.
Bell Media joins Fremantle on the return of beloved series MATCH GAME, hosted by Canadian legend Martin Short and filming in Montréal this summer.
ANNA PIGEON is announced as Bell Media’s first co-commission with Versant’s USA Network, alongside Cineflix Studios and December Films; based on the bestselling novels by Nevada Barr, the series is a character-driven, modern procedural about a ranger who solves crimes in America’s national parks, from award-winning Canadian showrunner Morwyn Brebner.
Canadian culinary experts Mary Berg, Hugh Acheson, and Craig Wong revealed as judges for new season of MASTERCHEF CANADA, coming to CTV.
From Scott Brothers Entertainment, Crave greenlights new unscripted, competition series MAKE YOURSELF OVER, that sees contestants attempt to create iconic looks, flipping the makeover format on its head.
Fashion designer, advocate, and author Aurora James, and Toronto-based fashion designer Spencer Badu announced as mentor and judge for the upcoming Crave Original series PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA, joining host/judge Coco Rocha and judge Jeanne Beker.
Newly announced Crave Original series include: TEMPTATION UNDER THE SUN, an English spin-off of Québec hit series OD: TENTATIONS AU SOLEIL; HOCKEY FANATICS hosted by Dave Foley as he gets up close and personal with celebrity hockey fans including Mike Myers, Jason Priestley, and Wynonna Judd; SIGIL, a fantasy-horror drama from executive producers Devery Jacobs, Lilly Wachowski, and OSCAR-nominated filmmaker Chris Lavis; drama series SEOUL PALACE, inspired by the history of Lee’s Palace, the legendary Toronto club and concert hall; and more.
Six new made-for-television films as part of Bell Media’s deal with Harlequin Studios have been announced, with films including SAVVY SHELDON FEELS GOOD AS HELL featuring Amber Riley.
Crave announces new true-crime docuseries which take viewers inside the infamous cases of Christine Jessop, Russell Williams, and more, and the story behind the original Mennonite mob, plus two new instalments of KINGS OF COKE.
Crave expands its French and subtitled scripted content with previously announced new originals BON COP BAD COP, DÉRIVE, ILS VÉCURENT HEUREUX, JE TE TIENS, LES CRUES and a second season renewal of award-winning EMPATHIE. In addition many more new reality such as long-awaited return of OD: TENTATIONS AU SOLEIL and VIE$ DE RÈVE.
Crave renews hit original comedies LATE BLOOMER (Season 3), SUPER TEAM CANADA (Season 2) and THE TRADES (Season 3) and confirms two stand-alone specials to accompany the upcoming second season of THE OFFICE MOVERS.
Season 4 of CTV’s #1 Canadian drama SULLIVAN’S CROSSING joins previously announced new seasons of THE TRAITORS CANADA (Season 3) and THE AMAZING RACE CANADA (Season 11).
New seasons of CTV Original series ACTING GOOD (Season 4) and ROAST BATTLE CANADA (Season 5) have been renewed for CTV Comedy Channel.
Previously announced Crave Original series renewals include SHORESY (Season 5), SISTERS (Season 2), CANADA’S DRAG RACE (Season 6), SLAYCATION (Season 2), and THE REBUILD: INSIDE THE MONTREAL CANADIENS (Season 2).
Upcoming slate of Canadian original content for Bell Media specialty channels USA Network, Oxygen True Crime, CTV Wild, CTV Nature, and CTV Speed includes: DISASTERS AT SEA (Season 4), FORENSIC FACTOR (Season 9), HIGHWAY THRU HELL (Season 14), MY PET ATE WHAT!? (Season 2), THE LAST CAPTAINS (Season 2), THE MIGHTIEST (Season 2 and 3), and TIMBER TITANS (Season 4).
Noovo renews fan-favourite series BIG BROTHER CÉLÉBRITÉS (Season 6), LE MAITRE DU JEU (Season 4), LES TRAITRES (Season 3), and QUEL TALENT! (Season 2).
Bell Media Studios celebrates a decade of CTV YOUR MORNING with a Season 10 renewal, in addition to new seasons of ETALK (Season 24), THE SOCIAL (Season 13), and THE GOOD STUFF WITH MARY BERG (Season 3).
New Crave Original and Crave-supported documentaries include: A LIFETIME IN PHOTOBOOTHS, HOSER: THE MOVIE, RELAX, OPEN YOUR EYES, SAINTS & WARRIORS, SKINNAMARINK FOREVER, TURTLE ISLAND RAP, and WONDERLAND OF CHAOS.
The Good Stuff with Mary Berg
New Series:
ABOVE SUSPICION – Crave Directed by Jason Lapeyre, the three-part docuseries explores the terrifying case of Colonel Russell Williams, the former Canadian Air Force Base Commander and pilot who was convicted of first-degree murder in the deaths of Jessica Lloyd and Corporal Marie-France Comeau in 2020, and 82 counts of breaking and entering. Williams was a decorated pilot and spent time flying Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philip, and other dignitaries whilst committing these crimes. The series features unprecedented access to former OPP officer and master interrogator, Jim Smyth. (Peacock Alley Entertainment) Genre: Docuseries Number of episodes: 3 x 60
ANNA PIGEON – USA Network ANNA PIGEON is Bell Media’s first co-commission with Versant’s USA Network. ANNA PIGEON is a former city slicker who became a park ranger after a devastating loss changed the trajectory of her life forever. While Anna tries to outrun her demons, her focus turns to solving crimes that have taken place within national park grounds, no matter who or what gets in her way. The series is based on the best-selling novels by Nevada Barr. Award-winning Canadian Morwyn Brebner is showrunner and Lea Thompson directs, with the pair executive producing alongside Todd Berger, Julie Di Cresce, Brett Burlock, Peter Emerson, Sonia Hosko, and Gordon Gilbertson. (Cineflix Studios and December Films) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 10 x 60
APRÈS OD MEXIQUE – Crave (French language) A few months after OCCUPATION DOUBLE MEXIQUE, the cast look back on the adventure that changed their lives. Opening up like never before, they share shocking revelations, tears, break-ups, friendships, and new beginnings ahead. In APRÈS OD MEXIQUE the intimacy of their daily lives is discover in what lies beneath the surface after OCCUPATION DOUBLE MEXIQUE. (Productions J) Genre: Unscripted Number of episodes: 7 x 12
BLUE COLLAR – Crave BLUE COLLAR is a one-way ticket to hilarity, sweat stains, and an epic journey into the under-appreciated world of blue-collar jobs. Each episode follows Dan Petronijevic (LETTERKENNY, THE TRADES) as he straps on his hard hats, steel-toed boots, and high-vis vests for a first-hand experience into the world of construction workers, electricians, and oil riggers. (Blink49) Genre: Unscripted Number of episodes: 10 x 60
BON COP BAD COP – Crave (French language, available with English subtitles) Previously Announced In this series, David Bouchard and Martin Ward team up again, leading a police investigation in an Indigenous community. This time, they team up with a new generation of police officers, just as unorthodox as the original tandem. (Attraction and Panik Fictions Inc) Genre: Comedy Number of episodes: 6 x 60
THE BORDERLINE (fka UNDERBELLY) – Crave Previously Announced In a quiet riverside town in the Thousand Islands, Officer Henry Roland (Stephen Amell) finds evidence linking a case of missing illegal substances to his childhood best friend, Tommy Hawley (Hamza Haq), with whom he shares a dark secret. As Henry embarks on a mission to save his friend, a ruthless British crime family, led by matriarch May Ferguson (Minnie Driver), is also on the hunt for the drugs and Tommy. (Shaftesbury) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 6 x 60
CHAUSSEURS D’HERITIERS – Canal D (French language) CHAUSSEURS D’HERITIERS follows genealogists Christophe and Olivier in their quest to find unsuspecting heirs who may not have known the deceased. Through thrilling investigations, this series uncovers family secrets, reconstructs shocking stories, and explores the collective history of Québec and beyond. (Torq) Genre: Docuseries Number of episodes: 10 x 30
THE CHRISTINE JESSOP STORY – Crave On Oct. 3, 1984, Christine Jessop went missing. Three months later her body was found, and it would be another 35 years until the mystery was “solved”. For the first time, Christine’s family speaks about her disappearance and the case that captivated Canada. A story of corrupt policing, revolutionary forensics, and a family forced to go through the unthinkable. (Alibi Entertainment) Genre: Docuseries Number of episodes: 3 x 60
CONVOI DU NORD – Canal D (French language) Too remote? Too risky? Too heavy? The road disappears after 45 days? No problem. These truckers, trained the hard way, take the jobs that others refuse and get the job done, regardless of hostile circumstances. Steeve Gobeil heads up a transportation service based in La Doré, Saguenay Lac St Jean, with a unique expertise: accepting high-risk mandates deemed too dangerous to complete. (Sphère Média) Genre: Docuseries Number of episodes: 10 x 30
LES CRUES – Crave (French language, available with English subtitles) Previously Announced LES CRUES follows the ups and downs of Marie-Lyne and Eve, who have been at odds since their comedy tour, Su’l gros vin, and decide to bury the hatchet to realize an old fantasy: creating a wine of their own. With the help of a mysterious businesswoman, the two thirty-somethings buy a vineyard, only to find that their big dream soon becomes their worst nightmare. Surrounded by colorful characters, including Eve’s boyfriend, Marie-Lyne and Eve realize the importance of preserving their friendship. (Juste pour rire) Genre: Comedy Number of episodes: 3 x 60
DÉRIVE – Crave (French language, available with English subtitles) Previously Announced Daniel Major, a prodigious pianist, finds himself unable to play. To heal, he must uncover the latent trauma causing his blockage. His quest for the truth, fraught with danger and pitfalls, leads him to a most disturbing revelation, leaving Daniel to face an agonizing moral dilemma. (Zone 3) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 8 x 60
HEATED RIVALRY – Crave From executive producer, director, and writer Jacob Tierney, and based on Rachel Reid’s best-selling cult classic novel, this six-part series is a steamy romance set in the world of hockey. Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie) are two of the biggest stars in Major League Hockey, bound by ambition, rivalry, and a magnetic pull neither of them fully understands. What begins as a secret fling between two fresh faced rookies evolves into a years-long journey of love, denial, and self-discovery. Over the next eight years, as they chase glory on the ice, they struggle to navigate their feelings for each other. Torn between the sport they live for and the love they can’t ignore, Shane and Ilya must decide if there’s room in their fiercely competitive world for something as fragile – and powerful – as real love. Alongside Williams and Storrie, the dynamic ensemble cast includes François Arnaud, Robbie GK, Sophie Nélisse, Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova, Dylan Walsh, and Christina Chang. (Accent Aigu Entertainment) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 6 x 60
HOCKEY FANATICS – Crave From creator, showrunner, and director, Alex Scrymgeour, host Dave Foley and special celebrity guests – including Mike Myers, Jason Priestley, Wynonna Judd and Cactus Moser, Scott Wolf, Scott Bakula, Jay Baruchel, and Nico Tortorella – travel across North America to explore the passion, culture, and heart-stopping action of hockey fandom in the ultimate celebration of the sport and the cities they call home. (Shadow Pine Studios & Scrimmy Media) Genre: Unscripted Number of episodes: 8 x 30
ILS VÉCURENT HEUREUX – Crave (French language, available with English subtitles) Previously Announced On their wedding day, Emma and Léo, both 25, think they understand everything about love and commitment. But can they survive the desire to shake up convention? Through their journey, and that of their friends who all have their own views on love, each character seeks to achieve happiness by deconstructing the codes of heteronormativity at the risk of losing their footing. (Passez Go) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 10 x 30
JE TE TIENS – Crave (French language, available with English subtitles) Previously Announced When Raphaëlle, a young beneficiary attendant, becomes Mathias’ grandfather’s caregiver, she falls under his spell and that of his lover, Macha, a free-spirited young woman who works as a sexual assistant. What begins as an innocent fascination gradually turns into an obsession. Sneaky and determined, she manages to interfere in the couple’s affairs, until she takes control of their lives. (Passez Go) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 8 x 60
LUC LE MILLIARDAIRE? – Crave (French language, available with English subtitles) Previously Announced Raised from nothing in a low-income housing project by a mother on welfare, Luc Poirier has built an empire worth close to $1 billion from a few bags of candy. An extraordinary life story showing a meteoric rise through the eyes of the man who knows best how to put money stories into words: Pierre-Yves McSween. (Sphère Média) Genre: Docuseries Number of episodes: 3 x 60
MAKE YOURSELF OVER – Crave A fast-paced, half-hour, 16-episode competition series that sees contestants trying – and failing – to recreate iconic looks that capitalize on popular beauty trends and genres. (Scott Brothers Entertainment) Genre: Unscripted Competition Number of episodes: 16 x 30
MASTERCHEF CANADA – CTV Previously Announced The familiar and beloved format, MASTERCHEF CANADA features everyday Canadians who strive to become culinary masters. Competing in high stakes cooking challenges, home cooks face off to secure the MASTERCHEF CANADA title and take home the $100,000 cash prize. Season 8 welcomes three new judges to the panel, MASTERCHEF CANADA Season 3 winner, Mary Berg, former TOP CHEF judge Hugh Acheson, and Chef and owner of Patois Toronto, Craig Wong. (MEM) Genre: Unscripted Competition Number of episodes: 11 x 60
MATCH GAME – CTV Hosted by Martin Short, each week MATCH GAME features four contestants vying for the chance to win $25,000 as they attempt to match the answers of six celebrities in a game of fill-in-the-blank. (Fremantle and Attraction) Genre: Unscripted Competition Number of episodes: 10 x 60
MONSTER TRUCKS EN TOURNÉE – CANAL D (French language) A never-before-seen behind-the-scenes look at Monster Spectacular, the Canadian colossus of motorized entertainment, MONSTER TRUCKS EN TOURNÉE dives right into the heart of the biggest monster truck show in the country, following their extensive Canadian tour and the development of an all-new extreme circus show. Behind the company lies three generations of enthusiasts: Richard Arel, 77, the pioneer who assembled Québec’s first monster truck; Christian Arel, 55, who launched the first shows in the 1980s; and Matthew Arel, 28, the new president determined to propel Monster Spectacular to new heights, accompanied by his right-hand man, Sylvain “Sly” Chevalier. Viewers will also follow motocross racers and athletes as they train and maintain their machines while attempting the most extreme stunts. Between the roar of overpowered engines, gravity-defying jumps, technical breakdowns and numerous logistical challenges, we witness epic events orchestrated by a team of enthusiasts putting their arm oil to the service of adrenalin and extreme sports. (Urbania) Genre: Docuseries Number of episodes: 8 x 30
LES MORIN-PERRAS SOUS LE MÊME TOÎT – Crave (French language) Previously Announced Maripier Morin convinced her husband Jean-Philippe Perras to embark on a project as ambitious as it was unpredictable: transforming their home into a multi-generation residence to accommodate Jean-Philippe’s parents. While this venture has the potential to improve their daily lives now and in the long-term, it also promises to bring chaos in the months to come. Between the challenges of construction, family compromises, and busy careers, will Maripier and Jean-Philippe be able to bring their vision to life? Beyond the difficulties, witness the realization of a heartfelt project that will allow three generations to live under the same roof. (Attraction) Genre: Unscripted Number of episodes: 10 x 30
NARCO MENNONITES – Crave The unlikely true story of how a group of Canadian Mennonites got into bed with the Mexican cartels becoming drug lords themselves: the original Mennonite mob. (MEM in association with Last Word Entertainment) Genre: Docuseries Number of episodes: TBD
PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA – Crave Previously Announced PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA is the Canadian adaptation of the globally renowned fashion competition series, which sees some of the country’s most exciting designers competing in a captivating series of challenges for their ultimate industry breakthrough. Canadian powerhouses Coco Rocha (host and judge), Jeanne Beker (judge), Spencer Badu (judge), and Aurora James (mentor) are set to join PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA, helping determine who truly has what it takes to make it in the fashion industry. The series is produced in collaboration with Fashion at The Creative School, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU). The PROJECT RUNWAY format is licensed for Canada from Fremantle. Spyglass Media Group owns the format for PROJECT RUNWAY. (Bell Media Studios) Genre: Unscripted Competition Number of episodes: 10 x 60
REVIVAL – CTV Sci-Fi Channel Previously Announced Set in the rural town of Wausau, Wisconsin, fear and tension run high amongst the locals when the recently deceased suddenly return to town. Branded as the Revived, the not-so-dead appear the same as they did before death, behaving as if they were not previously buried in the ground. As the phenomenon fuels unrest in town, Officer Dana Cypress (Melanie Scrofano, WYNONNA EARP) finds herself working on a messy case where everyone, living or Revived, is a suspect for murder even when the victim is no longer dead. (Blue Ice Pictures and Hemmings Films) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 10 x 60
SEOUL PALACE – Crave In the early 1970s, an exiled Korean rock star, Lee Sang-Bin, seizes a path to redemption and relevancy when he’s serendipitously charged with running the first Asian nightclub in Toronto. Amidst the backdrop of tumultuous cultural change and boiling racial tensions in the city, Sang-Bin must reckon with his past, while unexpectedly navigating the future of the city. Inspired by the true events surrounding the founding of the now-iconic Toronto rock hall, Lee’s Palace, this six-episode drama is a wide-screen portrait of the immigrant experience, the enduring armor of love, and the power of music when it’s coursing through your veins. (Banger Films) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 6 x 60
SIGIL – Crave Devery Jacobs and OSCAR-nominated filmmaker Chris Lavis present SIGIL, a new eight-part fantasy-horror series that blends live action and animation into a mind-bending and exhilarating spectacle. (Triscope Studios) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 8 x 60
SLO PITCH – CTV and Crave A queer underdog slo pitch team chases their dreams of making it to the beer league championships. Beer. Baseball. Lesbians. Something for everyone. (Shaftesbury, Pageboy) Genre: Comedy Number of episodes: 10 x 30
TELLE MÈRE, TELLE FILLE – CANAL VIE (French language) Previously Announced Hosted by Marie-Claude Barrette, mother-daughter duos take part in revealing therapy sessions and activities designed to shed light on their differences and similarities. The goal? To work on their relationship to grow from the experience and consider the possibility of a richer, healthier, and more fulfilling bond. (Trio Orange) Genre: Unscripted Number of episodes: 10 x 30
TEMPTATION UNDER THE SUN – Crave Based on Québec’s hit series OCCUPATION DOUBLE: TENTATIONS AU SOLEIL, Canada’s hottest new reality show brings together the country’s most daring singles as they face seductive challenges and unexpected twists under the Mediterranean sun. The stakes are high and contestants earn points to unlock key advantages—but only the boldest and most compatible couple will make it to the end and return home with an impressive cash prize. (Productions J) Genre: Unscripted Number of episodes: 10 x 60
TOM GREEN’S FUNNY FARM – Crave TOM GREEN’S FUNNY FARM features legendary comedian Tom Green as he engages guests in extended, magazine-style interviews on his farm in rural Ontario. Each episode features Tom hosting a variety of special guests – from stand-up comedians, prominent celebrities, and quirky country experts – all with an emphasis on how proud Tom is to be a Canadian. Episodes also feature Tom visiting historic sites and local villages where he learns more about Canada’s rural heritage. (Tom Green Productions) Genre: Unscripted Number of episodes: 8 x 60
TOUJOURS CANADIENS – Crave (French language, available with English subtitles) The rich history of the Montreal Canadiens is replete with legends. But what defines a legend? It is more than goals, trophies, and years of service. It is the intangibles: the marriage of performance and dedication; a determination to succeed beyond sacrifice. These elite few were enigmas as much as they were heroes. These are their stories as they have never been told. Stories of success masking fear, stories of battles masking pain. Three men: an artist, a warrior, and a determined and dedicated agitator, all of whom became synonymous with the famous logo. Decades after the last whistle, Stephane Richer, Chris Nilan, and Claude Lemieux remain: Always Canadiens. (RDS) Genre: Docuseries Number of episodes: 3 x 60
Untitled Jared Keeso Series – Crave (New Metric Media) Genre: Comedy Number of episodes: 6 x 30
Untitled True Crime Docuseries – Crave True crime is all the rage in television, films, and podcasts but sometimes the bad guys get away with it. Not this time. Can a group of criminally wronged individuals seek redemptive justice? A group of victims band together to unravel a mystery and seek their rightful comeuppance. (Neshama Entertainment) Genre: Docuseries Number of episodes: 4 x 60
WEST HARBOUR HEROES – USA Network From the producers of EAST HARBOUR HEROES, a heart-pounding adventure series that plunges into the relentless action along Canada’s powerful Pacific coastline as a cast of resilient characters live and work in British Columbia’s rough and rugged harbours. Home to two of North America’s biggest ports where over 5,000 large ships dock every day, it’s the busiest Marine Search and Rescue territory in the nation. With hundreds of emergency operations per year, it’s all hands on deck to thrive and survive along BC’s 27,000 kilometers of Pacific coastline. Whether it’s rescuing people in need or ensuring safe passage for whales and other marine mammals, towering mountains, heavy winds, staggering swells or epic rains won’t stop these heroes from keeping the harbours humming. (Attraction) Genre: Unscripted Number of episodes: 10 x 60
YAGA – Crave The myth of the witch Baba Yaga is reinvigorated when a private investigator comes to a small coastal town to investigate the disappearance of a young heir to a powerful fishery and finds himself at odds with an apprehensive local detective, a sexy university professor with a taste for younger men, and a labyrinth of enigmatic suspects, secret lives and ancient magic. (Front Street Pictures and Blink 49 Studios) Genre: Drama Number of episodes: 8 x 30 (4 x 60)
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New Movies and Documentaries:
A LIFETIME IN PHOTOBOOTHS – Crave A tenacious drag king fights to protect analogue photobooths, sanctuaries for self-expression and queer identity, from becoming yet another casualty of the modern digital world. (EyeSteel (PB) Productions Inc. / Four Thousand Words Productions Inc.) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 90
WHAT MOVES YOU?: THE ART OF DANCE (working title) Crave Previously Announced From award-winning director Kevin John Fitzgerald and critically acclaimed producer Anand Ramaya comes a highly anticipated immersive cinematic experience that dares us to come alive. This documentary traces the unprecedented Indigenous–African origins of dance, revealing how it has evolved through music, community, and cultures. It explores how dance has long served as both a form of resistance and a powerful means of expression across societies over time. Featuring rare archival footage, intimate cinéma vérité, and lush cinematography, this innovative theatrical feature awakens the soul and ignites inspiration through the beauty, passion, and courage of some of the world’s most celebrated dancers on a journey of connection. The film, which is based on a series, features legendary performers including James Brown, Phil Wizard, Moncell Durden, Ken Swift, Lady-C, Mykel Fonts, Don Campbellock, B-Boy Neguin, and Cree Asian. (Hip Hop Films, Karma Film) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 90
BEAUTY KINGS – Crave Previously Announced Bodybuilding, spray-on abs and gender politics: Welcome to the world of BEAUTY KINGS, a documentary exploring the transitioning nature of masculinity through the lives of men from different countries as they compete in a leading international male beauty pageant. (Fathom Film Group Ltd) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 90
CLAIRTONE (fka AUDOPHILIA) – Crave Previously Announced Acclaimed director Ron Mann delves into the captivating rise and fall of CLAIRTONE, an audacious Canadian electronics company founded by Peter Munk and David Gilmour during the vibrant 1960s. Renowned for their high-end stereos and color televisions that epitomized iconic mid-century design, CLAIRETONE soared to international acclaim, becoming a symbol of Canadian ingenuity and modernity. However after six years of spectacular growth, CLAIRTONE’s collision with economic challenges led to their dramatic decline. (Sphinx Productions) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 90
GÉNÉRATIONS BURNOUT – Crave (French language) Previously Announced In an overloaded society, where personal success merges with productivity and notifications never stop, two generations are sounding the alarm. GÉNÉRATIONS BURNOUT gives a voice to Canadians between the ages of 20 and 39 who have cracked but have also resisted. Through intimate testimonies and lucid experts, this documentary dismantles clichés: no, this is not a fragile generation, but a conscious one. Aware that work has changed, reference points have exploded, the effects of social networks on our minds, climate anxiety, and precariousness gnaw away at tomorrow. GÉNÉRATIONS BURNOUT is also a glimmer of light. A search for meaning. A step back. An attempt to rebuild differently, with less pressure, more mutual aid, and more truth. Above all, it’s an invitation to listen to ourselves, to slow down, and remember that taking care of ourselves is not a luxury, but a necessity.(The Offner Productions) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 60
HOSER: THE MOVIE – Crave From Mark McKinney and yap films, this documentary explores one of the most iconic and misunderstood elements of Canadian culture: the “hoser,” a uniquely Canadian archetype who proudly embodies the country’s rough-around-the-edges charm. But behind the jokes and slaw-jawed stare is a Canadian icon that has been hiding in plain sight. Long portrayed on the world stage as “America’s Little Brother,” Canadians have politely held their tongue for decades. But today, as insanity reigns below the 49th parallel, senseless trade wars upend hundreds of years of goodwill, and the American government outright threatens to make Canada the 51st state, the Hoser offers a window in just what it means to be Canadian in 2025. Co-directed and produced by Nick and Mark McKinney. (yap films) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 90
JÉRÉMIE : RENDEZ-VOUS À LA PLAGE – Crave (French language) JÉRÉMIE : RENDEZ-VOUS À LA PLAGE follows the choral quest of Claudia Bouvette, Lou-Pascal Tremblay, and their former comrades as they set foot on the set of their show, JÉRÉMIE. During this reunion, the auditions, the first encounters between the cast, memories of filming, the impact of the series on their lives, and their relationship with the public are recounted to cast a critical and embodied eye on the period of emerging adulthood. (Zone 3) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 60
MODERN WHORE – Crave Previously Announced From director Nicole Bazuin, MODERN WHORE is a hybrid documentary that reimagines popular depictions of sex work through the lived experiences of writer, performer, and sex worker, Andrea Werhun. Based on her memoir Modern Whore, Andrea grapples with social stigma and reclaims her narrative in a series of funny, heartbreaking, and surprising stories. Directed by Nicole Bazuin and Produced by Lauren Grant, Nicole Bazuin and Andrea Werhun. (Clique Pictures and Virgin Twins) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 80
MONTANA MAVERICKS – CTV Life Channel Heather is a New York City girl and best-selling author on a mission to conquer writer’s block and avoid paying back an advance on her next book. Her plans take a sudden swerve when she inherits a family ranch in Montana. With her two best friends, Heather heads out for an adventure intent on a quick sale but is blindsided both by the ranch’s dilapidated condition and by Cliff, the charming cowboy veterinarian next door who challenges her city ideals. Heather and her friends find more than they bargained for in this big sky adventure. (In association with Centinel Media, Harlequin Studios and Fremantle. A Neshama Entertainment Production) Genre: Made-for-television film Number of episodes: 1 x 120
MY NIGHTMARE STALKER – Oxygen True Crime In this ripped-from-the-headlines new documentary, actress, mother, and survivor Eva LaRue bravely steps forward to reveal how she and her daughter Kaya survived 12 years of terror at the hands of their stalker, “Freddy Krueger”. (Forte Entertainment) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 90
ORDINARY GIRL IN A TIARA – CTV Life Channel When vintage fashion devotee Caro Cartwright agrees to harbor her childhood nemesis turned couture heiress, Philippa Levreaux, fireworks explode. Despite their differences, these two women help each other wrangle the challenges around them to find a way forward, be their best selves, and fulfill their dreams. This tale of style and moxie proves that opposites not only attract, but can enrich the lives of anyone willing to take a chance on themselves and on true love. (In association with Centinel Media, Harlequin Studios and Fremantle. A Neshama Entertainment Production) Genre: Made-for-television film Number of episodes: 1 x 120
PAWS IN THE CITY – CTV Life Channel Issa is a social media wiz on the rise, but when a mishap on her watch accidentally ruins a young starlet’s career – making Issa the most unemployable social media manager in Manhattan – she has no choice but to take the first job she can find. Which means caring for Camila, a glossy-maned and capricious dachshund diva. While ferrying Camila from playdates to pet psychics, Issa realizes the dog’s bark is worse than her bite – much like Camila’s attractive, yet reclusive owner, Theo. What starts as a way to keep a roof over her and her 14-year-old sister’s heads, turns into an opportunity for Issa to showcase her skills, reunite her family, and might just be the key to her success in life and love. (In association with Centinel Media, Harlequin Studios and Fremantle. A Neshama Entertainment Production) Genre: Made-for-television film Number of episodes: 1 x 120
RECIPE FOR ROMANCE – CTV Life Channel Sari is given the long overdue opportunity to prove herself when her parents head for vacation, placing the family’s coffee shop in her hands. Sari’s big plans are derailed when a bakery run by the annoyingly handsome and charming Gabe opens up right next door. This launches a prank war to end all prank wars, bringing Sari and Gabe together in a story of love, family, community, and irresistibly delicious pastries. In the week leading up to the big Little Manila Festival, the two competitors will clash, kiss and make-up as they navigate their desire for each other and for success. (In association with Centinel Medial, Harlequin Studios and Fremantle. A Circle Blue and Freddie Films Production in association with Neshama Entertainment) Genre: Made-for-television film Number of episodes: 1 x 120
RELAX, OPEN YOUR EYES – Crave Meet Carrie Wong, a quirky young mother of two who is quickly ascending the ranks of the global Cryonics community with a singular obsession: to create life everlasting for herself, her husband Witek, and their children. After the tragic death of a member of her tight knit Cryonics community shakes her confidence in her capacity to safely freeze people, she and Witek invest their life savings to build an experimental medical facility, The Futurist Club, in an attempt to turn science fiction into reality. (Grand Scheme) Genre: Documentary Number of episodes: 1 x 90
SAINTS & WARRIORS – Crave A Hot Docs audience favourite documentary featuring leaders of iconic Indigenous-Haida basketball team, the Skidegate Saints, as they compete for two titles: defending their championship title at the 2024 All Native Basketball Tournament, and the political title battle for their lands and waters. (InnoNative, Grand Scheme,
CBC today announced its 2025-26 programming slate, featuring over 50 new and returning original series from Canadian creators, producers and storytellers.
“For generations, CBC has been here for Canada – woven into the very fabric of our lives, our culture and the moments that matter most. And right now, being there for Canada has never been more important,” said Barbara Williams, Executive Vice-President, CBC. “Our new slate of storytelling across news and entertainment showcases an incredible range of people and perspectives from communities across Canada, as we deepen our commitment to connect with audiences who have not always been reflected by traditional media.”
CBC NEWS
From breaking stories to in-depth coverage, CBC News delivers trusted 24-hour news and information on 15 CBC News streaming channels, CBCNews.ca, the CBC News App and the #1 Canadian news channel CBC News Network. CBC News continues to bring audiences the latest news from across Canada and around the world, in addition to an award-winning slate of current affairs, investigative and primetime and weekend news programs available to broadcast and stream, live and on-demand, across multiple CBC platforms.
● THE FIFTH ESTATE (Season 51 premieres Fall 2025, 14×60) ● MARKETPLACE (Season 53 premieres Fall 2025, 15×30) ● THE NATIONAL (Weeknights and Sundays on CBC TV and CBC News Network) ● POWER & POLITICS (Weeknights on CBC News Network) ● HANOMANSING TONIGHT (Weeknights on CBC News Network) ● ABOUT THAT WITH ANDREW CHANG (Weekdays on CBC News streaming channel) ● ROSEMARY BARTON LIVE (Sundays on CBC TV and CBC News Network)
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ENTERTAINMENT, FACTUAL AND SPORTS ORIGINAL COMEDY SLATE
This upcoming broadcast and streaming year, CBC offers new seasons of popular original series that have garnered attention and generated conversations in Canada and beyond, including: Nunavut-set NORTH OF NORTH, continuing the journey of Siaja, a young Inuk mother in a small Arctic town where everybody knows your business; SMALL ACHIEVABLE GOALS, about a workplace odd couple bonded by their personal experiences with menopause and middle age; last season’s most-watched Canadian comedy THIS HOUR HAS 22 MINUTES, offering a satirical take on the week’s news; and #1 Canadian sitcom SON OF A CRITCH, as Mark continues his journey through high school.
Returning Original Comedies & Festivals
● NORTH OF NORTH (Season 2 premieres Winter/Spring 2026, 8×30, Red Marrow Media and Northwood Entertainment) ● SMALL ACHIEVABLE GOALS (Season 2 premieres Winter 2026, 8×30, Sphere Media) ● SON OF A CRITCH (Season 5 premieres Winter 2026, 12×30, Project 10 Productions and Hawco Productions in association with Lionsgate Television) ● THIS HOUR HAS 22 MINUTES (Season 33 premieres Fall 2025, 21×30, IoM Media) ● HALIFAX COMEDY FEST (Season 28 premieres 2025/26, 6×30, Pilot Light Productions) ● JUST FOR LAUGHS GALAS (2025/26, 4×60, Just For Laughs) ● WINNIPEG COMEDY FESTIVAL (Season 24 premieres 2025/26, 5×60, Frantic Films) ● THE NEW WAVE OF STANDUP (Season 6 premieres 2025/26, 4×30, Just For Laughs and Northwest Comedy)
ORIGINAL DRAMA SLATE
CBC’s most-watched new series SAINT-PIERRE returns for a second season investigating unique and exciting crimes in the French territory of Saint-Pierre et Miquelon. Season 3 of time-travel anthology series and Radio-Canada adaptation PLAN B stars Carolina Bartczak as the host of a top morning TV show who turns to the Plan B Agency in an effort to alter the past following the tragic death of her daughter. The drama continues with new seasons of Surrey-set character-driven procedural ALLEGIANCE and Vancouver-set blue sky procedural with a comedic twist WILD CARDS, as well as audience favourites HEARTLAND and MURDOCH MYSTERIES.
Returning Original Dramas
● ALLEGIANCE (Season 3 premieres Winter 2026, 10×60, Lark Productions in association with Universal International Studios) ● HEARTLAND (Season 19 premieres Fall 2025, 10×60, Dynamo Films and SEVEN24 Films) ● MURDOCH MYSTERIES (Season 19 premieres Fall 2025, 21×60, Shaftesbury in association with ITV Studios and UKTV and distributed by Shaftesbury Sales Company and ITV Studios) ● PLAN B (Season 3, all episodes premiere Friday, August 8 on CBC Gem, 6×60, KOTV) ● SAINT-PIERRE (Season 2 premieres Winter 2026, 12×60, Hawco Productions and distributed by FIFTH SEASON) ● WILD CARDS (Season 3 premieres Winter 2026, 10×60, Blink49 Studios, Front Street Pictures and Piller/Segan distributed by FIFTH SEASON)
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FACTUAL ENTERTAINMENT
CBC’s factual entertainment slate reflects a range of voices and communities from across the country. Hit international format THE ASSEMBLY encourages authentic and surprising conversations between Canadian celebrities and a group of interviewers on the autism spectrum, while MUST LOVE DOGS follows a CFL All-Star and a rescue influencer as they dedicate their time – and hearts – to saving dogs in need across Manitoba. LOCALS WELCOME celebrates the hidden gem food places that make up the fabric of Canada’s rich communities by whisking together a love of people, place and culture. Returning series showcasing Canadians who are striving for personal excellence include FAMILY FEUD CANADA, THE GREAT CANADIAN BAKING SHOW, STILL STANDING and DRAGONS’ DEN, which celebrates its 20th anniversary season of elevating Canadian entrepreneurs and welcomes Celebrity Guest Dragon, Property Brother and Co-Founder of Scott Brothers Global, Drew Scott.
New Original Factual Series
● THE ASSEMBLY (Fall 2025, 6×30, Small Army Entertainment) In each episode of this unique entertainment series, one of Canada’s most popular celebrities and public figures faces a group of 30 atypical interviewers, all on the autism spectrum. Featured celebrity guests include Jann Arden, Allan Hawco, Howie Mandel, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, with more to be announced. THE ASSEMBLY is a global sensation that delivers profound revelation, authentic conversations, and a lot of laughs. The show’s format is an adaptation of French series Les Rencontres du Papotin, which launched in 2022 on France 2 with guests including Killing Eve star Camille Cottin and President Emmanuel Macron. Now a global hit, THE ASSEMBLY has also featured Antonio Banderas, Michael Sheen, Sam Neil and other major international stars. Executive producers are Sean De Vries and Stephen Sawchuk. ○ Radio-Canada has also greenlit a new French-language adaptation of the format, FACTEUR A, premiering in 2025-26.
● LOCALS WELCOME (Premieres Fall 2025, 10×30, Artifactual Media) LOCALS WELCOME, hosted and executive produced by OG food writer and expert Suresh Doss, is a celebration of the lesser-known food places that make up the fabric of our rich communities. Exploring the spaces and menu items that you never knew existed, the series marries a love of people, place, and culture, with our love of discovering the hidden gems… right in our own backyard. LOCALS WELCOME is a format created by one of the producers of Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown.
● MUST LOVE DOGS (Premieres 2026, 10×30, Omnifilm Entertainment) Get ready for a new heartwarming series following the fascinating lives of CFL All-Star and two-time Grey Cup winner Brady Oliveira and realtor-rescue influencer Alex Blumberg. Together with the dedicated volunteers of K9 Advocacy, they rescue and find forever homes for dogs in need across Manitoba. MUST LOVE DOGS offers an intimate look at how this Winnipeg power couple navigates high-stakes rescues, Brady’s drive to win another championship for the Blue Bombers, and their race to rehome as many dogs as possible before a brutal winter sets in. It’s a love story—between two people, their hometown, and every four-legged soul that steals their hearts.
MUST LOVE DOGS is produced by Omnifilm Entertainment, Executive Produced by Brian Hamilton, Gabriela Schonbach, Cathy Schoch, Daniel Wan, John Hall, Kayvon Saremi, and Farzin Toussi, and Series Produced by Cheryl Binning.
Returning Factual Formats & Series:
● DRAGONS’ DEN (Season 20 premieres Fall 2025, 16×60) ● FAMILY FEUD CANADA (Season 7 premieres Fall 2025, 64×30, Zone 3/Fremantle) ● THE GREAT CANADIAN BAKING SHOW (Season 9 premieres Fall 2025, 8×60, Proper Television) ● STILL STANDING (Season 11 premieres Fall 2025, 8×30, Frantic Films)
DOCUMENTARIES
Last year, CBC commissioned more than 50 documentaries for CBC, CBC Gem and documentary Channel, with CBC Gem offering a library of over 800 documentaries, available to stream for free anytime. The season also features THE OZEMPIC EFFECT: BEYOND THE WAISTLINE (Paul Kemp Productions), about the cultural impact of the meteoric rise in the drug’s popularity and DON’T COME UPSTAIRS (produced by Joe Kicak from Brain Upside Down Films and Alona Metzer from Good Pal Productions), a personal story from Mike Lobel (Degrassi: The Next Generation) about the secrets his family kept for 30 years.
CBC’s flagship science and nature series THE NATURE OF THINGS heads into an awe-inspiring 65th season, as hosts Anthony Morgan and Sarika Cullis-Suzuki continue to spark curiosity and a sense of wonder about the living world. Join Canadian researchers on an annual bat-a-thon in Belize in a special episode timed for Halloween, EMPIRE OF BATS (Primitive Entertainment); cheer for nature’s underdogs, including sloths and snails, in SURVIVAL OF THE SLOWEST (Megafun Productions Inc.); and partake in a spirited debate over a hot-button health topic in THE DRINKING GAME (Noble Television).
New original doc series this upcoming year include:
● DIAMONDS & PLASTIC (Premieres Fall 2025, 4×60, Pixcom) DIAMONDS & PLASTIC plunges boldly into the secret sisterhood of Maria Meriano—one of the top Tupperware product sellers on the planet—as she fights to keep her empire alive during the iconic brand’s most uncertain chapter yet: bankruptcy. Commanding thousands of sales consultants, her loyal “Diamonds,” from her homebase in Montreal, Maria has spent over 40 years creating more than just a sales team; she’s cultivated a fiercely ambitious subculture — a glittering universe where status, sales, and survival collide. From nostalgic Tupperware home parties to glamorous Jubilee ceremonies attended by thousands, Maria and her team shatter every stereotype, proudly redefining what it means to succeed in a universe many overlook but few truly understand. The series is directed by Nathalie Bibeau, produced by Alexandra Cliche-Rivard, with Nicola Merola and Charles Lafortune serving as Executive Producers.
● CIRQUE LIFE (Premieres Winter 2026, 5×60, Cineflix Productions) CIRQUE LIFE is the new docuseries that pulls back the curtain on Cirque du Soleil and reveals an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at one of the greatest shows on Earth. The series follows the cast and crew of the smash hit LUZIA as they return home to Montréal—for the first time since the show’s 2016 premiere—for an unforgettable summer under the big top. Amid roaring crowds and rising expectations, cameras capture every triumph and challenge as they grapple with up to ten performances a week during an epic four-month run.
Continuously fine-tuning their routines, there’s no margin for error as this committed troupe keeps up with jaw-dropping acrobatics, life in the limelight, and a gruelling non-stop pace.
From the hoop diver captain and veteran contortionist to the band leader and pole soloist, it’s an immersive, heartwarming, and exhilarating experience that celebrates the human spirit—and reveals the exceptional talent, commitment, and courage it takes to be part of the team. Cirque Life is produced by Cineflix Productions, with international distribution by Cineflix Rights. The Executive Producers include Tanya Blake and J.C. Mills for Cineflix; and Richard Lowell and Susan Levison for Cirque du Soleil.
● RUNNING SMOKE (Premieres 2026, 3×60, Muse Entertainment in association with Campside Media)
A new three-part docuseries, RUNNING SMOKE is the thrilling true story about a NASCAR driver, the biggest tobacco-smuggling bust in North American history, and quite possibly the future of Indigenous rights.
Derek White, a Mohawk from Kahnawake was the first Indigenous driver to compete in NASCAR’s premier Sprint Cup Series. Less than a year later, Derek’s dream disintegrates after he was arrested in the largest cross border police sting of its kind. He was charged with smuggling and defrauding the government and indefinitely suspended from NASCAR. Derek is faced with an existential choice: take a plea deal or fight the charges and the constitution. Contemplating the rich history of his people and the future of his family, Derek makes a daring decision to risk it all.
RUNNING SMOKE is directed by award-winning filmmaker Alexandra Lazarowich. Producers include Lazarowich, Chad Charlie, Kaniehtiio Horn, Michael Kronish, Jonas Prupas and Joe Tuck. Produced by Muse Entertainment in association with Campside Media.
Returning Documentary Formats & Series:
● FOR THE CULTURE WITH AMANDA PARRIS (Season 2 premieres Fall 2025, 6×60, CBC with OYA Media Group and Noble Television) ● THE PASSIONATE EYE (Premieres Fall 2025, 9×60 + 1×120) ● THE NATURE OF THINGS (Season 65 premieres Fall 2025, 14×60)
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AWARD SHOWS AND SPECIALS
Shining a spotlight on Canadian talent and achievement, award shows and specials include: ● INDSPIRE AWARDS (Saturday, June 21 at 7 p.m. (7:30 NT) on CBC and CBC Gem) – A celebration honouring the remarkable achievements and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in Canada. ● CANADA’S WALK OF FAME (Tuesday, July 1 at 7 pm. (7:30 NT) on CBC and CBC Gem) – Broadcasting nationwide as part of CBC’s robust Canada Day offering, the 2025 Canada’s Walk of Fame Induction Gala features performances, heartfelt tributes and powerful stories that celebrate and honour Canada’s great achievers. ● CANADA READS – The 25th season of the great Canadian book debate, looking for the one book all of Canada should read. ● THE CANADIAN SCREEN AWARDS – Honouring the best in Canadian film, television and digital media. ● THE GILLER PRIZE – A prize dedicated to celebrating the best in Canadian fiction each year and bringing the long-listed books to the attention of Canadians. ● THE JUNO AWARDS – Live from Hamilton, The 55th annual JUNO awards showcase Canada’s biggest night in music, honouring artists across all genres. ● THE LEGACY AWARDS – From The Black Academy, the fourth edition of the awards will honour established and emerging Black Canadian talent. ● POLARIS MUSIC PRIZE – Each year, the prize honours artists who produce Canadian music albums of distinction without regard to musical genre or commercial popularity.
KIDS & TWEENS
Building on the national public broadcaster’s ongoing commitment to inspire, entertain and inform young audiences, CBC will continue to share new programming for kids and tweens across all platforms this upcoming year, including over 700 hours of ad-free programming on CBC Gem. CBC KIDS READS also returns this fall to share the love of books with young audiences across Canada.
● HEY JOOJO! (Fall 2025, CBC Kids Studios)
A brand new live-action short-format series for kids aged 4-6 that peeks into the everyday adventures of Joojo (Joojo Paintsil), his cousin Gary the Unicorn, and their friendly neighbours in their funky apartment home. Join Joojo and Gary from wake-up to storytime as they prepare young viewers for learning with music, heart and fun. ● THE ADVENTURES OF TOOPY & BINOO (Fall 2025, 39×7, Echo Media and Huminah Animation) A reboot of the iconic Canadian preschool buddy comedy brings back the delightful duo of Toopy, the clumsy mouse, and Binoo, the quiet cat. This 2D-animated series will introduce new imaginative stories and whimsical adventures to a fresh generation of viewers, continuing the legacy of the original.
● THE UNSTOPPABLE JENNY GARCIA (Fall 2025, 8×12, Apartment 11 and Avenida Productions) Written by Catherine Hernandez (novel Scarborough and its film adaptation) for a tween audience, THE UNSTOPPABLE JENNY GARCIA follows a 13-year-old hip-hop dancer as her life is disrupted by the news that she has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and she must navigate a new path full of treatments and hospital stays while trying to make room for friends and fun.
● DINO RANCH: ISLAND ADVENTURES (Fall 2025, 26×22, Industrial Brothers) This DINO RANCH spinoff sees the Cassidy Kids, also known as The Dino Ranchers, embark on the adventure of a lifetime on legendary Dino Island, a lost world teeming with undiscovered dinosaurs and mysterious locations.
● ANDREW THE BIG BIG UNICORN (Fall 2025, 40×7, Pirate Size Productions, Mainframe Studios and Infinite Studios production for the ABC and CBC/Radio-Canada) This new animated series follows Andrew, a wide-eyed, joyful young rhino bursting with creativity as he navigates life as a big BIG unicorn in the ever-surprising world of Hornsby Downs.
Returning kids series:
● MINI-JON AND MINI-MAPLE (Fall 2025; 36×4, Happy Camper Media) ● JEREMY & JAZZY (Fall 2025, 22×2, Verite Films) ● PLAYING WITH STU (Fall 2025, 11×1, Verite Films) ● GO TOGO Season 2 (Fall 2025, 31×5, Gazelle Automations)
CBC SPORTS AND MILANO CORTINA 2026
More than 3,500 athletes from 93 countries will compete for 195 medals across 16 Olympic disciplines and six Paralympic sports with beautiful Italian landscapes as the backdrop. These Games are considered the most widespread ever with venues located in Anterselva/Antholz, Bormio, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Livigno, Milano, Predazzo, Tesero and Verona. The Olympic Winter Games run February 6-22, followed by the Paralympic Winter Games from March 6 – 15.
CBC Sports brings audiences all the action from the world of high performance sport year round with key competitions and Olympic qualifying events including: the Beach Volleyball World Championships, Vanier Cup and several FIS World Cups in the leadup to the Games. Plus, the public broadcaster will continue to showcase its commitment to women’s sports with coverage of the PWHL regular season and the Northern Super League championship.
PODCASTS
CBC offers a richly diverse collection of award-winning podcasts that engage, enlighten and entertain. CBC is the #1 Canadian podcaster, reaching more Canadians than any other podcast publisher with millions of downloads each month and more than 45 series in genres such as true crime, comedy, human interest and audio fiction.
This fall, two new seasons of UNCOVER, featuring the best in true crime, are set to launch wherever podcasts are available. Tribeca Festival selection DIRTBAG CLIMBER is a five-part murder mystery hosted by Steven Chua and investigating the unsolved 2017 homicide of “Jesse James,” a rock climber and enigmatic con artist found dead in Squamish, British Columbia. UNBRANDED: THE ALLISON MACK STORY returns to the NXIVM cult to tell the story of Allison Mack, former Smallville actress, high-ranking NXIVM member, and convicted felon. With exclusive access to Mack following her release from prison after three years, this six-part series follows her journey from Hollywood stardom to cult complicity, and asks, is she a victim, a villain—or both?
In FORGED, a new six-part series from CBC and ABC Australia, host Adrian Stimson, an artist from the Siksika Nation, tells the unfolding story of legendary Anishinaabe artist Norval Morrisseau and how criminal fraudsters copied his work in a scheme that has become the largest art fraud in the world.
Eight-part CBC News podcast SEE YOU IN COURT dives into the messy and memorable battles that shaped how Canadians live today, one court case at a time. Each week, host Falen Johnson teams up with a journalist to tell the stories of the people who challenged the law, and won — or at least put up one hell of a fight.
INTERNATIONAL SERIES
CBC and CBC Gem will continue to offer audiences a curated selection of acclaimed series from around the world. Premium titles coming to CBC Gem later in 2025 include period drama RISE OF THE RAVEN (WT) (10×60) about the Battle of Belgrade, which put an end to the Ottoman Empire’s invasion and reshaped the history of Europe; Season 2 of COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS (8×30), the romantic comedy following the all-too-relatable chaos of Ashley and Gordon, who return with more relationship mishaps; and the exclusive Canadian premiere of THE GOLD Season 2 (6×60), based on true events and following the conviction of those involved in the theft and handling of the Brink’s-Mat gold. Realizing that the criminals only had half the gold, the police embark on dramatic manhunts as they desperately try to solve the longest and most expensive investigation in the history of the Metropolitan Police. Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abbey), Jack Lowden (Slow Horses) and Tom Cullen (Knightfall) return for Season 2.
Vancouver-based production company Big Time Decent Productions has announced greenlights on a slate of scripted and unscripted content for AMI. Marking the production company’s first scripted series, Adapting (6×30) is a bold new dramedy about navigating high school love while living with cerebral palsy. Underdog Inc. (8×60), a docuseries that follows Dale Kristensen (Backroad Truckers, pictured above), a little person navigating life in a small mountain town in the interior of British Columbia, has been renewed for a second season.
“Building on our successful foundation in unscripted television, we are excited to announce our first scripted series, Adapting,” said Matthew Shewchuk, Founder and Head of Production, Big Time Decent Productions. “We’re especially thrilled to be working with our partners at AMI on this bold new series and to start production on Season 2 of Underdog Inc.”
Between small town scandals, messy love triangles, and a whole lot of bad decisions, Adapting takes a heartwarming and raw look at disability, adolescence, and the minefield of family dynamics—dysfunction and all. Based on the concept by father-daughter writing duo Rachael Ransom and Garner Ransom, the series is inspired by Rachael’s real-life experiences with cerebral palsy, offering a long-overdue, unfiltered look at disability. Executive producers include Matthew Shewchuk, René Brar, Juliana Wimbles, Eve Zhou, and Jeff Kinnon. Bread & Better Films, Big Time Decent’s scripted division, will begin production in the Winter of 2025 throughout the Lower Mainland.
“Adapting brings a perspective we rarely see on screen—it’s sharp, funny, and rooted in lived experience. We’re proud to be producing homegrown content with global ambitions. Canadian stories can travel—and this one’s built to,” said René Brar, Head of Development, Big Time Decent Productions.
Following little person Dale Kristensen as he juggles fatherhood and runs a trucking business on the treacherous backroads of Western Canada, Season 2 of Underdog Inc. will be in production throughout the interior of BC this summer. Season 1 will premiere Friday, July 11th at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on AMI-tv and AMI+.
“Season 1 of Underdog Inc. will strike a real chord with audiences—Dale’s story is equal parts raw, inspiring, and wildly entertaining. We’re excited to dive back into his world for Season 2, where the stakes are higher, the roads are rougher, and Dale’s just getting started,” said Jeff Kinnon, VP of Factual, Big Time Decent Productions.
“AMI is thrilled to partner with Big Time Decent again on Season 2 of Underdog Inc., as well as our groundbreaking new upcoming series, Adapting. Not only are these shows entertaining but they are unlike anything else on Canadian screens thanks to the exceptional talent and creativity of these producers. These are two series you won’t want to miss!” said Cara Nye, Director, Content Development and Production, AMI.
