From a media release:

Casting for hit reality series now open

If you’re looking for a rush this summer, then auditioning for the action-packed teen reality series The Adrenaline Project may be for you. Producers at marblemedia and YTV are seeking 120 contestants for Season 2 of this adrenaline-charged series that pits intrepid teens against each other in intense physical and mental challenges.
 
The second season steps up the excitement with a new tournament-style format that sees contestants competing over the whole season to win the championship title of “The Ultimate Adrenalite.” This season will really push the limits of bravery and adventure for the contestants, bringing them face-to-face with some of their greatest fears and finest abilities.
 
To be considered as a competitor, you must be between the ages of
14 – 16 and be available to shoot several days between June and October 2008, one hour from Toronto. Visit www.theadrenalineproject.com/casting to apply and let Boomer know that you have the guts and the drive to make it to the final round.
 
Applications to audition close Thursday, May 8.

From a media release:

Host Matt Dunigan headlines new Canadian barbecue series premiering May 19

Nothing says summer like barbecue and this year Food Network is kicking off the season with sizzling barbecue recipes in the new Canadian original series Road Grill premiering Monday, May 19 at 2pm ET and 7pm ET. Listed as one of the CFL’s Top 50 players and a member of the CFL Hall of Fame, host Matt Dunigan takes his Grill Team to a variety of different events, spreading love, good food and a party wherever they go. From an ultimate tournament to a skydiving jamboree, Road Grill features exciting locations, great grilling secrets and some amazing barbecue eats.

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From a media release:

Shaftesbury Films is thrilled to announce its one-hour drama series Murdoch Mysteries has been renewed for a second season by Citytv. Starring Yannick Bisson as Detective William Murdoch, this Victorian era crime investigation series increased its audience by 70 per cent* throughout the first season; a testament to its growing popularity with viewers.
 
“The audience for the first season of Murdoch Mysteries just kept growing week by week. It is hugely gratifying to reach such a large audience for Citytv,” said Christina Jennings, Chairman and CEO, Shaftesbury Films.  “The success in Canada has been mirrored both in the UK and internationally through the sales efforts of Granada International.  We are delighted to have the series renewed by Citytv and the rest of our partners.”
 
Based on Maureen Jennings’s critically acclaimed Detective Murdoch Mystery novels, Murdoch Mysteries is set in 1895 Toronto, and explores the intriguing world of William Murdoch (Yannick Bisson), a handsome young detective using radical forensic techniques to solve some of the city’s most gruesome murders. Murdoch’s small circle of confidantes includes pathologist Julia Ogden (Hélène Joy), a staunch ally who shares the detective’s fascination with forensic science, and Constable George Crabtree (Jonny Harris), Murdoch’s eager but inexperienced right-hand man. Though his unconventional approach elicits skepticism from his boss, Inspector Brackenreid (Thomas Craig), Murdoch is often the only one who can crack the case.

From a media release:

• Nationwide auditions for singers begin this May in Halifax
• Auditions open to all Canadians aged 15 and under
• Winner takes home a recording contract
• The Next Star website goes live today at www.YTV.com

Do you know a kid who has star power? Corus Entertainment’s YTV and Tricon Films & Television are pleased to announce a cross-country six-city casting call for talented singers for the new YTV original series, The Next Star scheduled to launch Friday, July 18 at 6 p.m.

Continue reading YTV searches for Canada’s next young superstar in the new summer series, The Next Star →

From Bill Harris of Sun Media:

• Good deal for Howie
  “A new unscripted TV series starring Canadian comedian Howie Mandel is coming to Global and NBC. The series tentatively is titled Howie Do It. The show will be filmed in Canada and simulcast on Global in Canada and on NBC in the United States during the 2008-09 TV season.” Read more.