CTV’s new original comedy Jann begins production

From a media release: CTV, in association with Project 10 Productions and Seven24 Films, announced today that production has begun on the inaugural season of its new original comedy series JANN. Starring multi-platinum award-winning Canadian singer, songwriter, broadcaster, and author Jann Arden as a fictionalized version of herself, the six-episode comedy series takes viewers on … Continue reading CTV’s new original comedy Jann begins production

2018 Rockies Program Competition winners announced

From a media release: The Banff World Media Festival (BANFF) is proud to announce the winners of the 2018 Rockie Awards Program Competition and the $25,000 Rogers Prize for Excellence in Canadian Content. Canadian actor/comedian, Andrew Phung (Kim’s Convenience), hosted the Rockie Awards Program Competition at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Top international media executives … Continue reading 2018 Rockies Program Competition winners announced

Corus Entertainment reveals its outstanding roster of new and returning Canadian original programming

From a media release: Corus Entertainment announced today its powerhouse programming lineup of bold, new and returning Canadian original hits for its 2018/2019 schedule. Commissioning more than 37 series this year, Corus is dedicated to developing extraordinary content across its suite of premium networks, emphasizing outstanding, Canadian original productions and building an unrivalled roster of … Continue reading Corus Entertainment reveals its outstanding roster of new and returning Canadian original programming

CraveTV announces its new original series, the darkly funny comedy New Eden

From a media release: CraveTV announced today its latest CraveTV Original, NEW EDEN, a new mockumentary series developed in partnership with Peacock Alley Entertainment. The eight-part, half-hour “true crime” anthology, from two of Canada’s hottest comedic voices – creators and stars Evany Rosen (PICNICFACE, BARONESS VON SKETCH SHOW) and Kayla Lorette (THE BEAVERTON, SPACE RIDERS) … Continue reading CraveTV announces its new original series, the darkly funny comedy New Eden

Corus Entertainment renews eight Canadian series for its 2018-2019 programming slate

From a media release: Corus Entertainment continues its commitment to investing in Canadian original content with renewals of fan-favourite series across its suite of networks, including HGTV Canada’s Backyard Builds, Love It or List It Vancouver, Property Brothers, Property Brothers: Buying and Selling, $ave My Reno and Worst to First; Food Network Canada’s Carnival Eats; … Continue reading Corus Entertainment renews eight Canadian series for its 2018-2019 programming slate