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Production begins on Canadian Pickers season 4

From a media release:

Production Commences on Season 4 of HISTORY®’s CANADIAN PICKERS

  • The Pickers travel outside of Canada for the first time on the show in search of the perfect find
  • People interested in applying to be on the show can email canadianpickers@cineflix.com

One person’s junk is one Picker’s treasure! Cineflix’s hit series CANADIAN PICKERS is back on the road as production begins on its fourth season. Hosts Scott Cozens and Sheldon Smithens are dusting off their cowboy hats and are back touring the country in search of vintage collectibles and antiques, buying and selling pieces of Canadian history. Cineflix is producing 13 one-hour episodes in association with HISTORY.

This season, the Pickers are set to travel from coast to coast, making stops in Vancouver Island, Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie, Whistler and more Canadian treasure troves. And marking a CANADIAN PICKERS first, the Pickers head across the pond, taking their passion for finding great antiques and collectibles to the UK, this Summer. The Pickers are looking for collecting aficionados with interesting stories, and even more interesting junk! Individuals who are interested on being on the show can apply by emailing canadianpickers@cineflix.com.

The Pickers are also hosting a live auction on March 17 for Season 4. Scott and Sheldon are auctioning off pieces from their personal collections, which they have been accumulating for the past 40 years. The auction, which is being held at Hall’s in Calgary, is open to the public. Bids can be made in person, by phone, absentee bidding, and real time internet bidding. For more details visit www.hallsauction.com.

CANADIAN PICKERS is a Cineflix (Canpick 4) Inc. production, in association with Shaw Media and Astral Media. Executive Producers are Simon Lloyd and Mark Poertner.

For more information on CANADIAN PICKERS visit www.canadianpickers.com.

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Friday: Marketplace, Fifth Estate, Transporter, Degrassi

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Marketplace, CBC – “Who’s Watching the Kids?”
Marketplace investigates illegal daycares.

The Fifth Estate, CBC – “The Unrepentant”
Linden MacIntyre stares down some of Canada’s most frightening criminals. They are dangerous, disordered personalities whose lack of guilt and shame makes them both fascinating and horrifying.

Transporter: The Series, HBO Canada – “City of Fire”
Frank is hired to bring a package from the south of France to Paris, which alerts the dogs at a vehicle checkpoint. After being chased by the police and reaching the agreed transfer point, he realizes the package he’s delivered is a bomb meant for a planned terrorist attack on the French capital. Frank must rush to find and stop Gassam (RJ Parrish), the gang leader who’ll stop at nothing to avenge his brother, accidentally killed during an identity check. After an electric first encounter, Frank can count on Mauga (Athena Karkanis), Gassam’s sister, who wants to stop her brother from committing the irreparable while Carla uses her old connections with the French secret service to protect him. The hunt for the bomb begins.

Degrassi, MuchMusic – “Bitter Sweet Symphony Part Two”
To help viewers process the impact of the episode, MuchMusic has commissioned the new half-hour special, MUCHTALKS: DEGRASSI, to air immediately following Part Two at 9:30 p.m. ET. Featuring members of the DEGRASSI cast and a panel of experts, the MUCHTALKS special offers a platform for viewers engage in a discussion about the events that transpire in the episodes. Viewers at home can get involved in the conversation at muchmusic.com/muchtalks, and follow the #MuchTalks live chat @MuchMusic on Twitter.

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Thursday: Nature of Things, Doc Zone, Liquidator, Undercover Boss Canada

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The Nature of Things, CBC – “Fruit Hunters (Part 1)”
A journey through the exotic, endlessly fascinating world of fruit – a story of nature, commerce and obsession.

Doc Zone, CBC – “The Boomer Revolution”
They turned on, tuned in and dropped out. Now Baby Boomers are revolutionizing what it means to get old.

The Liquidator, OLN – Season 2 Finale “Man Toys”
In the Season 2 finale, Jeff makes a huge gamble when he attempts to sell a slew of used go-karts. He promises the former owner a cash return, but discovers the second-hand wheels are a tough sell.

Undercover Boss Canada, W Network – “Lush”
Canada’s own cosmetic deli and ethical beauty retailer, LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics, sends Brandi Halls, Director of Brand Communications, to their frontline to work in disguise in their factories and retail locations.

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Monday: Seed, Being Human, Just For Laughs, Wild Things

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Seed, City – “The Rhythmic Gymnastic Method”
Harry (Adam Korson) signs Billy (William Ainscough) up for rhythmic gymnastics, so that Harry can hook up with the hot, new gymnastics teacher. Meanwhile, Jonathan (Matt Baram) offers Harry $5,000 to disappear from his daughter’s life; and Rose (Carrie-Lynn Neales) strikes up a friendship with Irene (Vanessa Matsui), who Harry fears will tell Rose all of his dirty secrets.

Being Human, Space – “What’s Blood Got to Do With It?”
After an accidental encounter with someone from her past, Sally (Meaghan Rath, FLASHPOINT) flees to Donna (Amy Aquino, HARRY’S LAW) to try and make things right. Meanwhile, Josh (Sam Huntington, Fanboys) struggles with “raising” Erin (Lydia Doesburg, SUPERNATURAL), and Kenny (Connor Price, ALPHAS) spurs Aidan’s (Sam Witwer, BATTLESTAR GALACTICA) memories of when Bishop (Mark Pellegrino, SUPERNATURAL) first made him.

Just For Laughs: All Access, Comedy Network
The Just For Laughs fun continues with amusing, exhilarating, and entertaining stand-up performances by Deb DiGiovanni (MATCH GAME), Bill Hader (SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE), Mike Birbiglia (GIRLS), Mark Little (Roller Town), Rob Rouse (GROWNUPS), Dave Merheje (VIDEO ON TRIAL), and comedy veteran Tom Papa (THE MARRIAGE REF).

Wild Things with Dominic Monaghan, OLN – “Cameroon – Giant White Goliath Beetle”
Dominic Monaghan (Lost) infiltrates the black market insect trade in Cameroon in an attempt to locate the endangered Giant White Goliath Beetle.

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Thursday: Nature of Things, Doc Zone, Liquidator, Undercover Boss

The Nature of Things, CBC – “Meet the Coywolf”
There’s a new hybrid species in town — part wolf, part coyote. Meet your new neighbour!

Doc Zone, CBC – “Venus and Mars Today”
A modern day examination of John Gray’s book ‘Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus’ published in 1992.

The Liquidator, OLN – “Good Buys and Good-Byes”
Jeff learns a bitter lesson when an old friend steals a lucrative deal. Meanwhile, much-loved employee Christine departs Direct Liquidation, but not before negotiating one last deal with Jeff.

Undercover Boss Canada, W Network – “Bellstar Hotels & Resorts”
A leading developer and operator of resort properties in Western Canada puts CEO Ed Romanowski through his paces when he joins housekeeping to work in disguise and discover the truth about his company.

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