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New tonight: Rick Mercer Report, 22 Minutes, Just for Laughs, Saw Dogs

Mulcair and Critch

Rick Mercer Report, CBC
Rick is in Quebec City to check out the annual Crashed Ice Championship Race that is skated at breakneck speeds down winding streets. Then he is at the General Motors Automotive Centre of Excellence in Oshawa, ON. where new cars are tested for safety and durability in all climate conditions.

22 Minutes, CBC
Mark Critch travels to Toronto for the NDP leadership convention and shares a toast with newly-elected leader, Thomas Mulcair, The Queen (Cathy Jones) shows up unannounced in Ottawa looking for her Jubilee party, and we have exclusives from the creator of the “Ultimate Dog Tease” viral YouTube video.

Just For Laughs, CBC – “Modern Love”
A hysterical line-up of comedians with host Eric Stonestreet. The show will explore and tackle every relationship out there. Featuring Bob Marley, Tim Minchin, Debra DiGiovanni, Robert Kelly, Fiona O’Loughlin.

Saw Dogs, OLN – “Masquerave”
A popular hangout in a top ski resort commissions a sensuous sculpture for their annual over-the-top party. The guest carver for the project is Chris Foltz, who is not only an award-winning wood carver, but also an acclaimed ice carver and executive chef. Meanwhile, Steve has embarked a very different project: two nuns from a nearby monastery have asked for a religious themed carving for a new church they are building. The carvers must balance the sacred and the secular, as they deal with tight budgets and short timelines.

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New tonight: Mr. D, Little Mosque on the Prairie, The Big Decision, Top Chef Canada

Mr. D, CBC – “The Basketball Diaries”
Gerry is desperate for his first win of the basketball season, but when he finds out his opponents are coached by his ex and her husband, he becomes emotionally involved. Robert plans a principal’s 25th anniversary celebration for an uncooperative Callaghan.

Little Mosque on the Prairie, CBC – “The Worst of Times”
When Amaar finally reveals to Baber that he plans to be the Imam of the new Mosque, Baber revolts and tries to form a splinter Mosque.

The Big Decision, CBC – “Dead Frog Brewery + Westland Steel”
Jim Treliving is the last hope for two struggling businesses – Aldergrove, BC’s Dead Frog Brewery, and Winnipeg’s Westland Steel.

Top Chef Canada, Food Network Canada
Special guest judge Thea Andrews, Top Chef Canada’s season one host and new mom.

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Canada’s Got Talent semifinalists revealed

From a media release:

CANADA’S GOT TALENT REVEALS THE FIRST 37 ACTS TO COMPETE FOR CANADA’S VOTES LIVE ON CITYTV, BEGINNING APRIL 2

  • Semifinalists from across Canada will perform live starting on a special, super-sized night, Monday, April 2 at 8 p.m. local time on Citytv
  • Two additional semifinalists from the YouTube ‘Last Chance Auditions’ will be revealed live on Tuesday, April 3 during the first-ever results show
  • An encore presentation of the semifinalist reveal airs Sunday, April 1 on Citytv

ole1Earlier this evening, Canada’s Got Talent fans were introduced to some of the diverse semifinalists who will compete for the coveted title of Canada’s most talented act in the thrilling and dramatic ‘Cutdown Episode’ on Citytv. As the cross-country tour came to an end, judges Martin Short, Measha Brueggergosman and Stephan Moccio reviewed all of the acts hoping to advance to the semifinals in an intense and lengthy deliberation. Then, in an emotional last stand, with no shortage of surprises, host Dina Pugliese and the judges notified the acts whose journey had ended and those who are advancing to the semifinals.

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New tonight: Heartland, Less Than Kind, Lost Girl, Canada’s Got Talent

Heartland, CBC – “Candles in the Wind”
When a mystery horse arrives at Heartland, Amy and Ty are sent down a path that will alter their lives.

Less Than Kind, HBO Canada – “March Fourth”
With Danny and Miriam upset by the prospect of separating for university, Sheldon comes up with an inspired solution. Anne, Jim and Clara risk it all to save the driving school from their rival “Killigans.” Shandra is furious when the family seem oblivious to the implications of her renewed romance with Josh. Nicholas Campbell and Kevin McDonald guest star.

Lost Girl, Showcase – “Into the Dark”
In the wake of emotional losses, Trick reveals his deepest secret to Bo. Bo realizes there is no turning back and she must go to any extreme, which includes aligning herself with a sworn enemy, to take on a battle that could decide the fate of the Fae. Written by Emily Andras, directed by John Fawcett.

Canada’s Got Talent, Citytv – “Montreal Auditions”
Montreal’s longstanding tradition of unique talent is on full display when host Dina Pugliese and judges Martin Short, Measha Brueggergosman and Stephan visit the last stop on the cross-country audition tour.
“The Cut Down”
After an extensive cross-country audition tour, judges Martin Short, Measha Brueggergosman and Stephan Moccio choose their favourite acts from across Canada to advance to the semi-finals.

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New tonight: The Firm, W5

The Firm, Global – “Chapter 11 – A Change of Heart”
Mitch takes on the case of a death row inmate who wants to help the family he victimized in an unusual way. Meanwhile, Tammy’s inheritance causes a rift in her relationship with Ray, and the Sarah Holt case begins to unfold.

W5, CTV – “Paradise Lost”
W5 investigates dubious vacation clubs promising luxurious holidays combined with other perks like discounts for major purchases at a fraction of the cost. “Paradise Lost” reveals victims of fraudulent travel schemes who share their stories of being bilked. In a dramatic undercover investigation, W5 confronts one fraudster convicted of misleading consumers in the operation of a travel club but who is already back in business seeking new “members.” W5 also confronts government agencies – trying to discover who should be cleaning up this fraudulent industry.

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