From The Chronicle Herald:
Jonathan Torrens, a man of many talents
Jonathan Torrens has been a TV star for 25 years, so it is hard to believe when he says the Canadian Screen Award he won last week in Toronto is his first as a solo performer.
“I wish it didn’t mean as much as it does,†Torrens muses by phone, back home in Nova Scotia the day after claiming the award for best performance by an actor in a featured supporting role in a comedy series. Continue reading.
Rick Mercer Report, CBC
Rick goes to Gravenhurst, Ontario, for the annual Winter Carnival and tries bed racing and puddle jumping on a frozen lake and then heads to Quebec to learn about the unique game of kin-ball where teams vie to keep a giant ball in motion.
22 Minutes, CBC
An all new episode of 22 Minutes features a toboggan ride with Toronto Mayor, John Tory; the Toronto Tunnel reviewed by “Love It or List It” hosts, Hilary and David; and Canadians joining ISIS.
Schitt’s Creek, CBC – “Carl’s Funeral”
Johnny reluctantly agrees to speak at the funeral of a local man he doesn’t really know. Alexis struggles with her new boyfriend’s love of animals.
Mr. D, CBC – “Corporal Punishment”
Gerry’s father Francis visits Xavier, and Gerry decides to take a page from his father’s book when dealing with an insubordinate student. Simon runs away from home, and Trudy uncovers another piece of Malik’s mysterious past.
Schitt’s Creek, CBC – “Allez Vous”
Moira and David try to earn money by selling cosmetics to the locals, while Johnny heads to Elmdale in hopes of collecting unemployment insurance.
Mr. D, CBC – “Short Stocked”
Gerry and Bill’s house they rent is up for sale and Gerry uses the advice of a market-savvy student to raise enough money for a down payment. Robert is too proud to ask for IT help, and Lisa spearheads a farewell to Xavier’s veteran crossing guard.
Schitt’s Creek, CBC – “Turkey Shoot”
David goes on a turkey hunt with some townies. Jocelyn takes Moira on a “relaxing†spa day, while Alexis meets the new love of her life, Ted, the town veterinarian.
Mr. D, CBC – “Dating Maya Student”
Gerry’s former pupil, Maya is back at Xavier as a student teacher and Gerry is having difficulty accepting her as an adult. Robert tries too hard to be cool while attempting to connect with a student, and Bobbi works to prove her femininity to Malik amidst a school wide outbreak of lice.
Close up Kings, OLN – “Vancouver”
Close up King Jonny uses the Capilano Suspension Bridge for an epic trick after the Kings leave the USA for the first time and head north to BC. While on the trip, Magick gets a shocking tattoo to make this a trip of a lifetime!
22 Minutes, CBC
This week on 22 Minutes a special Ottawa episode featuring Thomas Mulcair: The Musical; and an insider’s tour of Parliament Hill.
Rick Mercer Report, CBC
Rick goes to Ottawa to help set a Guinness World Record for making the most snowmen in an hour before going to the new velodrome in Milton, ON, to join cyclists training for the upcoming Parapan Am games.
Schitt’s Creek, CBC – “Wine and Roses”
Moira is hired as the spokesperson for a local winery. Alexis gets a little too close to Mutt, while David struggles with a mysterious health problem.
Mr. D, CBC – “Callaghan’s Daughter”
Callaghan’s daughter is in town visiting, and after seeing her old graduation photo, Gerry wants take her out on a date. Bobbi takes the lead on a photoshoot for Xavier’s new marketing campaign, and Robert cracks down on dress code violations.
