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

Mark Critch as Ron Maclean

22 Minutes, CBC
A beloved Canadian TV star (of the 4-legged variety) comes out of retirement for a new hospital drama, plus a preview of the latest CBC movie spinoff to come out of a short commentary segment during Hockey Night in Canada. We take a look at the terrifying consequences of the robocalls scandal, and question whether Air Canada workers have the right to strike.

Rick Mercer Report, CBC
In tonight’s all-new show Rick is in Victoria training with Canada’s Olympic swimming team as they prepare for the London Summer Olympics and medalist Ryan Cochrane gives him some special tips. He also turns up at the Purina National Dog Show in Mississauga, ON and vies for ‘Best in Show’ with a giant English mastiff.

Just For Laughs, CBC – “The Decline of the American Empire”
What is the American Empire and is it falling? Why watch boring men in suits debate this on CNN? It’s time to dive head first into The Decline of the American Empire, hosted by the one and only John Oliver. The British comic you love from The Daily Show with Jon Stewart hosts a smart, opinionated and equally funny political special featuring wildly popular comedians Colin Quinn, WTF podcast host Marc Maron, and Greg Proops (Whose Line Is It Anyway?).

Saw Dogs, OLN – “Action Hero”
A top movie stuntwoman asks the carvers to create a sculpture commemorating her mentor, a celebrated stuntman who was famous for his work in westerns. Guest carver Jeff Samudosky takes the reins on the project, which features a western scene in three-dimensional relief on a massive redwood slab.

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Buy.o.logic premieres April 3 on OWN Canada

From a media release:

Anna & Kristina Bring New Original Series, Buy.o.logic to OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network (Canada)

  • Premiering Tuesday, April 3 at 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT
  • Acclaimed investigative reporter Isla Traquair hosts

This April, Corus Entertainment’s OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network (Canada) presents the premiere of the new original series, Buy.o.logic. No medical ailment is off limits, no healthcare product is safe from scrutiny and no test is too outrageous to tackle. Produced by Worldwide Bag Media Inc. in association with OWN (Canada), Buy.o.logic premieres Tuesday, April 3 at 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT and will do whatever it takes to help viewers make smart buys for their bodies.

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New tonight: Mr. D, The Big Decision, Mr. Young

Mr. D, CBC – “Field Trip”
Gerry helps Bobbi supervise her Grade 5/6 field trip to the museum, while Jeff and Robert cover his classes back at Xavier.

The Big Decision, CBC – “Lavish and Squalor + Camino”
Arlene Dickinson attempts to help save Lavish and Squalor, a hip Toronto retailer that is suffering from the recession, and Camino, an organic chocolate brand that has hit a sour note.

Mr. Young, YTV
No episode information available.

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

Lost Girl, Showcase – “”Lachlan’s Gambit”
The Ash takes drastic action against the threat bearing down on him, which in turn convinces Bo to make a potentially life-threatening decision. When those close to her suffer devastating injuries, Bo can no longer ignore her destiny. Written by Steve Cochrane, directed by Steve DiMarco.

Less Than Kind, HBO Canada – “Not Awkward Or Weird, Just Awesome”
Sheldon, Miriam and Mr. Lubbe make a disturbing discovery about Danny’s whereabouts. When Anne confronts Jim Sheridan the driving school becomes the subject of a suspiciously timed inspection. Josh confronts Shandra at work. Nicholas Campbell and Kevin McDonald guest star.

Heartland, CBC – “True Calling”
When Amy’s dog Lobo is injured by a trigger-happy rancher, it’s up to Ty to save his life.

Canada’s Smartest Person, CBC
An entertaining special that will redefine what it means to be smart. Four top participants will face fun and spectacular challenges to prove that they have the most versatile smarts in the country and earn the title of Canada’s Smartest Person. Viewers will be able to test themselves at home using innovative, interactive play-along apps. You’ll never look at intelligence the same way again.

Canada’s Got Talent, Citytv – “Toronto: Part Two”
Surprises abound for host Dina Pugliese and judges Martin Short, Measha Brueggergosman and Stephan Moccio in the second part of Toronto’s exhilarating auditions.
“Halifax/Vancouver: Part Two”
Host Dina Pugliese and judges Martin Short, Measha Brueggergosman and Stephan Moccio look for the most talented performers in the Maritimes during the Halifax auditions. Then, they travel to the West Coast for additional performances in Vancouver.

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Canada’s Smartest Person asks: how smart are you?

From a media release:

HOW SMART ARE YOU, CANADA? PLAY ALONG WITH CANADA’S SMARTEST PERSON SUNDAY, MARCH 18 AT 8 P.M. ON CBC-TV

  • Show your smarts as you play along in real time with the CANADA’S SMARTEST PERSON App, available now on the App Store for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch users

Viewers can go head-to-head with some of the country’s top minds, playing online in real time when CANADA’S SMARTEST PERSON airs on CBC Television on Sunday, March 18 at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT).

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