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In the news: Calgary studio shortage affects shows

December 13, 2008 Diane Wild

From Eric Volmers of the Calgary Herald:

Dwindling lot space affects filming
“A producer of the top-rated CBC series Heartland says the show will likely pull up stakes in Calgary at the end of Season 2 as redevelopment of the Currie Barracks leaves the city without studio space.” Read more.

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In the news: ZOS debuts on flights

December 12, 2008 Diane Wild

From Mediacaster Magazine:

Original Canadian Series Debuts In Air, Not On Air
“Passengers on Air Canada flights will get an exclusive sneak peek of the new original TV series ZOS: Zone of Separation.” Read more.

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In the news: Upcoming Terry Fox reality show

December 11, 2008 Diane Wild

From Bill Brioux of the Canadian Press:

Reality show about heroic runner Terry Fox in the works at CBC
“Reality is finally settling in across Canada. No, not political or economic realities – reality television. Two recent shows have led the charge: CBC’s Dragon’s Den and CTV’s So You Think You Can Dance Canada.” Read more.

Flashpoint returns to CTV Jan. 9

December 10, 2008 Diane Wild

A CTV media release confirms that Flashpoint returns Friday, January 9 in simulcast with the previously announced CBS airing.

Being Erica, Flashpoint, The Listener

In the news: Canadian series cross border

December 10, 2008 Diane Wild

From Cassandra Szklarski of the Canadian Press:

Borders came down for Canadian TV
“The borders have come down for the Canadian television industry as homegrown programs made substantial inroads in the United States and abroad this year, and TV execs are predicting more gains in 2009.” Read more.