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Sophie returns Oct. 1

From a media release:

GEMINI-NOMINEE NATALIE BROWN RETURNS AS SOPHIE: YUMMY MUMMY, WORKING GIRL EXTRAORDINAIRE AND STILL LOOKING FOR LOVE

  • Season Two debuts Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 8:30 P.M., on CBC Television

Sophie206After one of the most difficult years of her life—being dumped by her boyfriend, becoming a single mom, and being thrown a career curve ball—Sophie Parker is back for her most challenging year yet. The lovable and comical SOPHIE, starring 2008 Gemini-nominee Natalie Brown (nominated for her role in the series), returns for a second season, Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 8:30 p.m. on CBC Television, following Little Mosque On The Prairie.

With Andre (Lyriq Bent), the father of Sophie’s baby, back in town, Sophie must face her true feelings and decide what man she wants in her life. The chemistry between Sophie and Andre is undeniable, but Rick (Sebastian Spence) is still in Sophie’s life, and maybe now is the time to mend their relationship. Meanwhile, Sophie lands Estelle (Sara Botsford) a starring role on the big screen. Facing personal and professional challenges in her own signature style, Sophie juggles life as a new mom and career woman in search of love.

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The Adrenaline Project winners off to Florida

From a media release:

  • Winners of The Adrenaline Project will celebrate at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida
  • “Armchair Adrenalites” can also play along for a chance at their own ultimate celebration!

imagemarblemedia is bringing the champs of this season’s hot live-action reality series The Adrenaline Project the best adventure yet! Seen on YTV Saturdays at 6pm ET/PT, the second season pits thrill-seeking teens against each other, and the two season winners – the Ultimate Adrenalites – will each receive an adventure for four to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The adventure for four includes six adrenaline-packed days of thrills and spills in all four theme parks and two water parks, as well as VIP perks such as a tour guide and limo transportation.

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Heartland season two debuts Oct. 5

From a media release:

HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS ON CANADA’S FAVOURITE FAMILY DRAMA HEARTLAND

SEASON TWO DEBUTS SUNDAY, OCT. 5, AT 7 P.M. ON CBC-TV

heartland1One of Canada’s favourite family series, HEARTLAND, returns with Amy (Amber Marshall), Ty (Graham Wardle), and the rest of the cast, Sunday, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. on CBC Television. Produced and filmed in Calgary, HEARTLAND won the Alberta Film and Television’s Rosie Award for best dramatic series in 2008, and drew strong ratings in its debut season.

“In the tradition of Sunday nights on CBC, HEARTLAND has captured the hearts of families across Canada,” said Kirstine Layfield, CBC’s executive director of network programming. “After an incredibly successful first season, viewers can look forward to more love and laughter from the Heartland Ranch and some fantastic new music.”

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Best Ed website coming soon

From a media release:

marblemedia and 9 Story Go Nuts producing the website for animated series Best Ed

marblemedia Interactive and 9 Story Entertainment announce their partnership today to create an innovative website for the animated children’s series Best Ed (52 x 11 minutes), produced and distributed by 9 Story. Fans can play in the world of best buddies Ed (a dog) and Buddy (a squirrel) when the Best Ed website launches in February 2009.

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The Border returns Sept. 29

From a media release:

  • Nine-Time gemini nominated HIT SERIES The border returns for season two on CBC television, Monday, Sept. 29, at 9 p.m.
  • Series broadens its borders with guest stars Grace Park, Daisy Beaumont and Nicholas Campbell

International conflicts, political tensions and high-pressure decisions in the midst of personal and professional relationships face Canada’s top Immigration and Customs Security Unit (ICS). Nominated for nine 2008 Gemini Awards, including Best Dramatic Series, Best Performance by an Actor in a Continuing Leading Dramatic Role (James McGowan), Best Performance by a Supporting Actor (Jonas Chernick) and Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role (Catherine Disher), season two of THE BORDER debuts on CBC Television, Monday, Sept. 29, at 9 p.m.

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