December 2, 2008
Deck the Halls with Festive Specials and New Episodes this December on CTV
Fresh episodes of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA, DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION, CORNER GAS, GREY'S ANATOMY, ER and DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES, as well as ANNE OF GREEN GABLES: A NEW BEGINNING, A MUPPETS CHRISTMAS: LETTERS TO SANTA and SHREK THE HALLS, all sizzle on CTV's primetime schedule.
December 1, 2008
CTV Marks World AIDS Day with First-Ever Made-for-Digital Production, MALAWI'S SONG, Premiering Today at CTV.ca
As World AIDS day is recognized today around the globe, the plight of children with HIV/AIDS in Africa is spotlighted in CTV's first-ever made-for-digital production, MALAWI'S SONG, the 30-minute special is debuting exclusively online and on demand at CTV.ca beginning today, December 1.
November 28, 2008
ALLIE, MILES, NATALLI and NICO Become SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA's First-Ever Top Four as IZAAK and LISA are Eliminated
After a record high of more than three million votes from across the country on Wednesday night, it was revealed live by host Leah Miller on CTV that either ALLIE, MILES, NATALLI or NICO will be named Canada's favourite dancer as IZAAK and LISA were eliminated from SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA.
November 26, 2008
Is Your Property Protected from Prospectors? W-FIVE Investigates How Mining Companies Can Legally Dig Your Land Out From Under You
Imagine retiring to beautiful rural Ontario, only to find that prospectors have staked your land for mining purposes.
November 25, 2008
New Specials, Holiday Classics and Joyful Stunt Programming Light Up CTV's Holiday Lineup
CTV unveiled its holiday programming lineup today, featuring new holiday specials, classic seasonal favourites and festive stunt programming stuffing the network's primetime lineup.
November 24, 2008
Tr‚ Armstrong "Steps" onto the Dance Floor to Choreograph the SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA Top 6 Group Number, Nov. 27
Canada's Top 6 dancers are paired with new partners and choreographers as they face two new styles of dance and perform solos in the next SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA performance episode on Wednesday, November 26 at 8 p.m. ET on CTV.
November 21, 2008
Canadian Soldier Trevor Greene Defies All Odds In The CTV Original Documentary PEACE WARRIOR, Dec. 13
November 20, 2008
With Only Two Weeks to Go, Six Remain as ARASSAY and VINCENT are Eliminated from SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA
November 19, 2008
CTV Toronto Launches Most Urgent Toy Mountain Campaign Ever, Thursday, November 20 in Mississauga, ON
Toronto, ON (November 19, 2008) - Get ready to give, Toronto! CTV's Toy Mountain campaign, in partnership with The Salvation Army, launches its 13th annual toy drive from Sherway Gardens Mall in Mississauga, ON, this Thursday, November 20 between 12 Noon and 1 p.m. ET, and 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. ET - coinciding with CTV Toronto's Noon and 6 p.m. newscasts.
November 18, 2008
A Model's Manuel: Canadian Jay Manuel Returns as Host and Executive Producer of CANADA'S NEXT TOP MODEL
Toronto, ON (November 18, 2008) - CTV announced today the return of Jay Manuel as host and executive producer for the third cycle of CANADA'S NEXT TOP MODEL, coming to CTV in 2009.
November 18, 2008
Double Trouble! Russell Peters Makes Triumphant Return to Host The 2009 JUNO Awards, March 29 on CTV
Toronto, ON (November 18, 2008) - World renowned comic sensation Russell Peters is trading in his cowboy boots for a snowboard and is heading to Vancouver to host The 2009 JUNO Awards broadcast, CTV and The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) confirmed today.
November 18, 2008
Three New Choreographers Announced for SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA, Nov. 19 at 7:58 p.m. on CTV
- Three more distinguished choreographers - Eric Caty (Open North American Ten-Dance Champion), Alex Da Silva (SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE) and Vicky Lambert (Chicago) - share their expertise with the Top 8 as the couples take on two new dances each this week in SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA, airing Wednesday, November 19 at a special time of 7:58 p.m. ET on CTV (visit CTV.ca to confirm local listings).
November 14, 2008
Eight Pairs of Dancing Shoes Remain as DANNY Arbour and KAITLYN Fitzgerald are Eliminated from SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA
Toronto, ON (November 13, 2008) - After Canada placed a new record high of more than 1.7 million votes from across the country on Wednesday night, it was revealed live on CTV tonight that DANNY and KAITLYN are the next dancers to be eliminated from SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA.
November 14, 2008
Historic, First-Ever SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA Canadian Tour Announced; Kicks off January 30th, 2009 in Vancouver
Toronto, ON (November 13, 2008) - Tonight it was revealed on CTV that SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA's Top 10 are taking their moves on the road for an historic, 15-city, Canadian tour.
November 14, 2008
The Race for the Next Great Sex Drug is On in the CTV Original Documentary PHARMA SUTRA, December 6
Toronto, ON (November 13, 2008) - Ten years after the introduction of Viagra, pharmaceutical companies are on the verge of introducing a new sex drug for women.
November 13, 2008
Landmark Episodes and Gripping Finales Highlight November Programming on CTV
While the competition comes to an end with the finale of DANCING WITH THE STARS, the battle continues on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA, and THE AMAZING RACE, and more hot new episodes of CORNER GAS, GREY'S ANATOMY and CRIMINAL MINDS highlight CTV's primetime schedule.
November 12, 2008
Stephen Colbert Creates a New Holiday Tradition with A COLBERT CHRISTMAS: THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL on CTV and The Comedy Network
Toronto, ON (November 12, 2008) - 'Tis the season to be funny. THE COLBERT REPORT host Stephen Colbert kicks off a new holiday tradition with the premiere of A COLBERT CHRISTMAS: THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL, Sunday, November 23 at 9 p.m. ET on CTV and 10 p.m. ET on The Comedy Network.
November 12, 2008
A CTV Major Television Event - ANNE OF GREEN GABLES: A NEW BEGINNING Premieres Sunday, December 14
Revered by generations of fans from around the globe, CTV announced today that Canada's red-headed sweetheart, Anne Shirley, returns to television screens this holiday season.
November 11, 2008
Author Joseph Boyden Wins the 2008 Scotiabank Giller Prize
Joseph Boyden was named the winner of the 15th annual Scotiabank Giller Prize tonight for his novel Through Black Spruce, published by Viking Canada.
November 10, 2008
Are Chiropractors Helping - or Hurting - Canadians? W-FIVE Investigates, Nov. 15 on CTV
Chiropractors across Canada perform thousands of neck manipulations every year for those suffering from neck and back pain.
November 10, 2008
Emmy Award-Winner Mia Michaels Choreographs SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA's First-Ever Top 10 Group Number, Nov. 13 on CTV
Canada's first-ever Top 10 dancers are paired with new partners, a new choreographer and a new style of dance in the next SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA performance episode on Wednesday, November 12 at 8 p.m. ET on CTV.
November 07, 2008
And Then There Were 10: SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA's First-Ever Top 10 are Revealed
Only 10 are left. Who will win it all?
November 07, 2008
Fall Season Update: CTV Nearly Doubles Global in Primetime
Six weeks into the Fall television season, CTV continues to distance itself from its nearest competitor.
November 06, 2008
CTV Begins Search for CANADA'S NEXT TOP MODEL
CTV announced today it is looking for CANADA'S NEXT TOP MODEL.
November 06, 2008
CTV and Bravo! Announce Additional Broadcast Details for THE 2008 SCOTIABANK GILLER PRIZE, November 11
November 04, 2008
CTV is DEFYING GRAVITY: Canadian Broadcaster Partners with Fox Television Studios and Omni Film for New Drama Series
November 03, 2008
CTV and Bravo! Bring Christopher Plummer in Stratford's Caesar and Cleopatra to the Small Screen
November 03, 2008
CTV Crosses THE BRIDGE: New Drama Series
CTV announced today the order of a new one-hour original Canadian drama series, THE BRIDGE.
October 31, 2008
CTV Sweeps Into November with Red-Hot Programming
More new episodes of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA, DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION, CORNER GAS, GREY'S ANATOMY, DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES, THE AMAZING RACE and DANCING WITH THE STARS sizzle on CTV's primetime schedule.
October 31, 2008
The Verdict is in: All-New Season of LAW & ORDER Highlights a Night of Decision and Indecision, Tuesday, Nov. 4 on CTV
Toronto, ON (October 31, 2008) - From decisions in the courtroom to indecision in the U.S. election, CTV is bringing Canadians a new episode, a new season and a new special on Tuesday, November 4 beginning at 8 p.m. ET (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
Oct. 30, 2008
W-FIVE Season Premiere Investigates How a Career Criminal Goes From Deportee to Canadian Citizen, Nov. 8 on CTV
In a shocking new investigation that turns the spotlight on Citizenship and Immigration Canada, Wð-FIVE discovers unsettling details about how a convicted con man fell through the bureaucratic cracks and turned his deportation order into a Canadian citizenship.
Oct. 29, 2008
Fly the World: CTV's THE AMAZING RACE and Air Canada Team Up On 'The Air Canada Amazing World Experience' Contest
As teams on THE AMAZING RACE continue their race around the world, viewers will have a chance to take their own trip of a lifetime.
Oct. 28, 2008
Newest Choreographer Samba's in to SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA's Next Performance Episode, Oct. 29
October 24, 2008
CTV and Bell Mobility Team Up to Offer Canada's Most Extensive Mobile Video Content
Toronto, ON (October 24, 2008) - CTV, Canada's largest private broadcaster, and Bell Mobility today announced a partnership to offer clients the most extensive line-up of mobile video content in Canada. Mobility clients can now access new CTV made-for-mobile channels with Bell Live TV, and choose from a new, expanded video clip catalogue.
Oct. 27, 2008
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA is Fall's #1 New Program
Oct. 24, 2008
CTV and Bravo! Announce Multi-Platform Broadcast Details for THE 2008 SCOTIABANK GILLER PRIZE, November 11
Oct. 22, 2008
Troubled Families Take Note: Super-Manny Is Here to Help, November 14 on CTV
Hey struggling families! Introduce a new man into your lives - a Super-Man.
Oct. 20, 2008
FashionTelevisionChannel Puts Viewers and Fashion Lovers Front Row at Toronto L'Or‚al Fashion Week, Oct. 20-25
FashionTelevisionChannel (FT) returns as broadcast sponsor of Toronto L'Or‚al Fashion Week, delivering comprehensive coverage and putting viewers on the guest list. First up, daily two-hour wrap-ups with FashionTelevision Presents: Toronto Fashion Week, beginning Tuesday, October 21 and running through Saturday, October 25 weekdays at 12 p.m. ET on FashionTelevisionChannel and 5 p.m. ET on Star!.
Oct. 16, 2008
STAR WARS™: THE CLONE WARS™: Available Now On Demand, Only on CTV.ca
STAR WARS fans in Canada can use the force of CTV.ca to catch up with the new animated series STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS from Lucasfilm Animation.
Oct. 16, 2008
CTV gets Haunted by The Curse of Degrassi Halloween Special, Sunday, Oct. 26
If you've got a taste for terror, you have a "Harvest Dance" date with the Degrassi: TNG Halloween special, The Curse of Degrassi, premiering Sunday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m. ET on CTV (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
Oct. 16, 2008
6 Million Viewers Elect CTV #1 in Election Coverage
Canadians made CTV and its family of channels their broadcaster of choice for coverage of the 2008 Federal Election last night.
Oct. 15 2008
Sarah McLachlan, Mia Farrow and Nate Berkus Headline Me to We, October 25 on CTV
Empower. Inspire. Effect change. For the second year in a row, CTV will broadcast highlights from Free The Children's National Me to We Day, it was announced today.
Oct. 15 2008
Simply Spellbinding: CTV Secures Canadian Broadcast Rights To Merlin
Prepare to fall under the spell of Merlin. CTV announced today it has secured the exclusive Canadian broadcast rights to the widely sought-after hit series from FremantleMedia Enterprises.
Oct. 8 2008
CTV Casts its Ballot and Orders New Comedy Pilot Dan for Mayor
Oct. 8 2008
Eight World-Class Choreographers Step in to So You Think You Can Dance Canada's First Performance Episode tonight, Oct. 8
Oct. 7, 2008
The 2008 Scotiabank Giller Prize announces its shortlist
Today, in a morning press conference that drew over 100 media and members of the publishing industry, the Scotiabank Giller Prize announced its 2008 shortlist.
Oct. 6, 2008
Ghost Whisperer, Clone Wars Premieres Deliver for CTV This Weekend
Canada Votes CTV #1 for 2008 Debate Coverage
Canada Votes CTV #1 for 2008 Debate Coverage
As Canada prepares to head to the polls on October 14, viewers have once again made CTV their choice for ongoing election coverage. A total of 1.03 million viewers - peaking at 1.3 million - tuned in to the two-hour 2008 Federal Election Debate live on CTV last night, delivering 60% more viewers than Global (647,000) and 22% more than CBC (853,000).
September 11, 2008
CTV Congratulates 2008 Canadian Idol Champ Theo Tams
On the heels of the star-studded, confetti-covered season finale last night, CTV congratulates Theo Tams as the 2008 Canadian Idol champion.
September 12, 2008
Dance Fever! So You Think You Can Dance Canada Debuts at #1 on CTV With 1.25 Million Viewers
So You Think You Can Dance Canada is the country's newest homegrown hit.
September 15, 2008
Canadian Comedian Irwin Barker "Stands Up" to Cancer in the CTV Original Documentary, That's My Time, September 27
You have just been diagnosed with terminal cancer and given one year to live - what do you do?
September 10, 2008
Canadian Idol Puts Prison Break Behind Bars with 1.5 Million Viewers
With one night to go before the winner is revealed, Canadian Idol is hitting all the right notes.
September 10, 2008
The Campaign Has Begun: CTV Delivers Canada's Most Comprehensive Federal Election Coverage Ever
When Prime Minister Stephen Harper called the election last Sunday, Canadians turned to CTV for live breaking coverage.
September 8, 2008
CTV Wants Viewers to 'Live Out' their Favourite Series with the 'Live the Drama' Contest
CTV announced today the latest star-studded event to be held at its iconic Queen Street headquarters during the Toronto International Film Festival©.
September 8, 2008
CTV Hosts Lymelife Cast and Crew, Tonight at 299 Queen
CTV announced today the latest star-studded event to be held at its iconic Queen Street headquarters during the Toronto International Film Festival©.
September 5, 2008
Canada Goes to the Polls Monday, Sept. 8 for Final Canadian Idol Vote
September 5, 2008
CTV Signs on as Founding Partner of My Canada
Producer Michael Burns along with CTV and project managing partners Arts and Communications, Nuria Bronfman, and Manifest Communications proudly announce My Canada - a series of director-narrated documentary films set to premiere in Vancouver in 2010.
September 5, 2008
Aspiring Young Filmmakers Get a Taste of TIFF as The John Lennon Bus Visits CTV HQ, Sept. 4-9
CTV today announced that it is hosting the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus during the 2008 Toronto International Film Festival.
September 4, 2008
CTV Welcomes Variety's '10 Producers To Watch' to its Festival Headquarters, Sept. 5
Industry elite gather at the landmark corner of Queen and John as CTV partners with Variety to celebrate Variety's
September 4, 2008
Canadian Idol Top 10 Reunite to Perform Live in an Exclusive Concert on Canada AM, Friday, September 5 on CTV
Five days before the newest Canadian Idol is announced to Canada, the Top 10 Idol finalists will reunite for an exclusive live concert on Canada AM this Friday, September 5 from 8 to 9 a.m. ET on CTV.
September 2, 2008
Fall Fever Hits CTV This September!
September 2, 2008
Lights, Camera, Action! CTV Delivers the Most Star-Studded and Comprehensive Coverage of 2008 Toronto International Film Festival
CTV is rolling out the red carpet for the Toronto International Film Festival, giving Canadians unprecedented coverage of everything TIFF-related.
August 28, 2008
Diddy to Headline eTalk Festival Party, Sept. 5
Toronto, ON (August 28, 2008) - Puffy, Puff Daddy, P Diddy, Sean Combs. Known by many monikers, CTV announced today the inimitable hip hop mogul, hit-maker, and fashion impresario headlines its eTalk Festival Party.
August 28, 2008
Stars of Fashion & Film Align as CTV's FashionTelevision Hosts Exclusive DSQUAREDý Runway Event Sept. 7
Toronto, ON (August 28, 2008) - Red carpet meets runway when CTV's FashionTelevision welcomes home internationally acclaimed Canadian fashion designers Dean and Dan Caten.
August 28, 2008
Location is Everything: CTV's Iconic Queen Street Headquarters Welcomes Fans, Celebrities, and Industry Elite at 2008 TIFF
August 28, 2008
Kurt Browning to Host 2008 Canada's Walk of Fame, September 7 on CTV
August 26, 2008
Citytv, CTV and Global Television Band Together for an Extraordinary Joint Broadcast of the Stand Up To Cancer Fundraiser, Sept. 5
August 26, 2008
CTV Puts So You Think You Can Dance Canada in The Spotlight with its Biggest Promotional Campaign in History
Putting its best foot forward, CTV today announced its biggest promotional campaign ever for a television series on the network.
August 25, 2008
Canadian Idol Ends as So You Think You Can Dance Canada Begins: Week of September 8 Kicks Off Fall TV Season on CTV
Summer's favourite television hit says goodbye as Fall's most-anticipated new series begins when CTV's new television season debuts the week of September 8.
August 25, 2008
More Flashpoint in the Crosshairs: CTV Orders Second Season of Hit Original Series
CTV has ordered a second season of its hit original series Flashpoint from Toronto-based Pink Sky Entertainment and Avamar Entertainment.
August 23, 2008
Pull Over! Sgt. Cam Woolley Joins CP24's Breaking News Team
Toronto, ON (August 23, 2008) - CP24, Toronto's breaking news channel, confirmed today that popular Ontario Provincial Police officer Cam Woolley is retiring from the force and will join the channel this fall as its new Traffic and Safety Specialist.
August 21, 2008
Put on Your Dancing Shoes! CTV Announces Highly-Anticipated Premiere of So You Think You Can Dance Canada, September 11
Toronto, ON (August 21, 2008) - It's time for Canada to dance! CTV announced today that the eagerly-awaited So You Think You Can Dance Canada will kick off its first season Thursday, September 11 at 8 p.m. ET on CTV, with encore episodes premiering Sunday, September 14 on MuchMusic (go to ctv.ca and muchmusic.com to confirm local broadcast times).
August 18, 2008
Viewers Go to the Fringe When Fall's Big-Buzz Series Gets a Super-Simulcast Series Premiere, Sept. 9 on Both CTV and 'A'
This fall's most-anticipated new series is getting a super-simulcast series premiere in Canada.
August 13, 2008
Canada AM Goes Inside CFB Petawawa as Our Soldiers Prepare for Duty in Afghanistan
CTV's Canada AM broadcasts live from Canadian Forces Base Petawawa on Friday, August 15, as Canadian troops prepare for their upcoming tour of duty in Afghanistan - 2,500 soldiers from CFB Petawawa will be deployed to Kandahar over the next few weeks.
August 13, 2008
Last Female Standing Eliminated from CTV's Canadian Idol; Five Guys Remain
It's official: the next Canadian Idol will be a guy. Amberly Thiessen, the last female in the competition, was eliminated on tonight's live CTV broadcast, leaving five males to duke it out for the 2008 title.
August 8, 2008
'So You Think You Can Dance' Finale is Summer's Most-Watched Television Event
Last night's So You Think You Can Dance finale on CTV is the most-watched television program of the summer with a record 1.92 million viewers, preliminary overnight data from BBM Nielsen Media Research confirms today.
July 31, 2008
Viva La Vida! Thursday, July 31 is Coldplay Day on CTV
Shortly before they hit the stage at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto for their second consecutive sold-out concert tomorrow night, CTV welcomes Coldplay's Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland to its Queen Street studios for two live interviews.
July 31, 2008
August Programming Keeps Summer Hot on CTV
July 30, 2008
Legendary Songstress Anne Murray to Mentor and Perform on Canadian Idol
She has sold more than 50 million albums and is one of Canada's most enduring national treasures - and she's coming to Canadian Idol.
July 29, 2008
The Police to Appear on CTV's Spectacle: Elvis Costello with...
July 28, 2008
CTV Montreal Appoints Todd van der Heyden To Its Flagship Newscast at 6 p.m.
CTV Montreal announced today that Todd van der Heyden will become the new Co-Anchor for the station's flagship newscast at 6 p.m.
July 25, 2008
Bullseye: Flashpoint Delivers 1.1 Million Viewers Thursday Night on CTV
In its Thursday night debut, CTV's Flashpoint was right on target, winning its time period for the third week in a row and matching its series premiere audience of 1.1 million viewers.
July 23, 2008
Bryan Adams, Tom Jones, Simple Plan and Gavin Rossdale Announced as Canadian Idol's First Wave of Guests
As Canada said goodbye to the latest competitor to be eliminated, Quebec's Katherine St- Laurent, Canadian Idol host Ben Mulroney revealed the first group of music stars who will be appearing and performing on the series throughout the rest of the season.
July 18, 2008
Flashpoint Sets Sights On New Target: Summer's Hottest Drama Moves to Thursdays at 10 p.m., Beginning July 24 on CTV
After dominating Friday nights for the past two weeks in a row, summer's hottest drama is moving to television's biggest night.
July 18, 2008
CTV Airs Encore Broadcast of Flashpoint Episode 2, July 20
A father takes desperate measures to save his daughter's life in an encore broadcast of Flashpoint on Sunday, July 20 at 10 p.m. ET on CTV (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
July 14, 2008
CTV's Dr. Marla Shapiro to Receive National Award for Commitment to Family Medicine
CTV's Dr. Marla Shapiro to Receive National Award for Commitment to Family Medicine CTV confirmed today that CTV News' Health and Medical Expert Dr. Marla Shapiro will be honoured with an Award of Excellence from the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) for her lifelong commitment and dedication to family medicine in Canada.
July 14, 2008
CTV's Flashpoint Debuts #1 in Canada: #1 in the U.S.
CTV's "reverse" simulcast of its original series Flashpoint debuted #1 in both Canada and the U.S. on Friday night.
July 10, 2008
'Live the Drama!' Viewers Can Star in Their Very Own CTV 'Bouncing Ball' Promo
Ever wonder what it feels like to be a CTV star? This summer, residents of Toronto and Vancouver can find out!
July 10, 2008
Two Women + Eight Men = Canadian Idol's Top 10
And then there were 10. Following performance episodes on Monday and Tuesday, the most uneven gender split of Canadian Idol Top 10 finalists yet was revealed tonight during the last semi-final results show of the season on CTV.
July 7, 2008
School is Back in Session on CTV with High School Musical: Get in the Picture
The phenomenal success of the High School Musical experience is brought to life this summer in an all-new original reality series that features talented teens as they compete for a chance of a lifetime on High School Musical: Get in the Picture, debuting Sunday, July 20 at 8 p.m. ET on CTV.
July 3, 2008
CTV Presents Timely Encore Broadcast of Original Movie Choice: The Henry Morgentaler Story
ðJust as controversial figure Henry Morgentaler was named to the Order of Canada this week, CTV announced today the timely encore broadcast of the Original Movie Choice: The Henry Morgentaler Story on Saturday, July 5 at 8 p.m. ET (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
July 3, 2008
CTV's Spectacle: Elvis Costello with... Completes Production of Four Episodes with Top-Notch International Guest Lineup
With filming of four episodes of the highly anticipated new series Spectacle: Elvis Costello with... complete, CTV announced today the initial guest lineup for the groundbreaking new music television series.
June 27, 2008
July Programming Explodes with Scorching Series Premieres
Flashpoint, Greek and High School Musical: Get in the Picture premiere while Canadian Idol, Instant Star, The Hills, So You Think You Can Dance and Mad Men continue with all-new episodes this July on CTV.
June 25, 2008
Flashpoint Joins Summer Series Lineup at CTV.ca
Flashpoint, the gripping new original CTV and CBS co-production about an elite Toronto police team, will be streamed online on the new CTV Video Player at CTV.ca after its world premiere on July 11.
June 25, 2008
One Moment Changes Everything: High-Stakes Drama Flashpoint Targets CTV, July 11
Explosive scenarios, defused in a flash! Follow the exploits of a highly-skilled tactical team trained to get inside the heads of the most dangerous suspects, in the world premiere of the new CTV Original Series Flashpoint, airing Fridays at 10 p.m. ET, beginning July 11 on CTV and CTV HD East/West (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
June 23, 2008
College. It's a Rush. Freshman Season of Greek Fridays at 9 p.m. ET Beginning July 4 on CTV
Frats, sororities, back-stabbing and hazing...CTV is going Greek and what a rush it will be!
June 23, 2008
CTV News is the Big Winner with 10 RTNDA Awards
Canada's most-watched news team is also the most-honoured, taking home an impressive 10 awards at the annual RTNDA National and Network gala tonight - more than any other broadcaster.
June 23, 2008
CTV #1 in the World with 69 Medals at the 2008 PROMAX and BDA Awards in New York
CTV has been recognized with more awards than any other broadcaster in the world at the 2008 PROMAX and BDA Awards in New York City this week.
June 20, 2008
Get Those Fingers Warmed Up - It's Time to Vote for the Next Canadian Idol!
The Canadian Idol judges have done their part, now it's Canada's turn. CTV announced today details on how viewers can vote for their favourite Canadian Idol performers.
June 18, 2008
Lloyd Robertson Delivers! CTV News Team Remains #1 with Canadians
The talent was too good and the stakes too high. On tonight's Canadian Idol broadcast on CTV, it was revealed that the standard group of 22 semifinalists would expand to 24 this season to accommodate the wealth of talent seen by the judges during this week's Top 200 episodes.
June 18, 2008
Wealth of Talent Expands Canadian Idol Finalist Selection by Two to 24
The talent was too good and the stakes too high. On tonight's Canadian Idol broadcast on CTV, it was revealed that the standard group of 22 semifinalists would expand to 24 this season to accommodate the wealth of talent seen by the judges during this week's Top 200 episodes.
June 11, 2008
Degrassi: TNG Becomes First Canadian Television Series to Launch in vSide Virtual World
Degrassi may be closing its doors for the summer, but fans can stay connected with their favourite characters and other viewers through the latest phenomenon in social entertainment, vSide.
June 9, 2008
CTV Saves 'The Hockey Theme, Acquires Exclusive Rights to 'Canada's Second National Anthem'
CTV Inc., together with Copyright Music & Visuals, today announced that CTV Inc. has acquired all rights to 'The Hockey Theme' in perpetuity, preserving the song's legacy and ensuring it will be heard on national television for years to come.
June 5, 2008
Canada AM Returns to its Original Format beginning Monday, June 9
June 5, 2008
Homegrown Hilarity Returns With Comedy Now!, June 14 on CTV
June 5, 2008
Canadian Idol Returns at #1 with 1.5 Million Viewers
Canadian Idol is back at the top of charts. The non-simulcast Season 6 premiere on CTV attracted 1.5 million viewers, winning the night in all demos and attracting 35% more viewers than the next most-watched program last night, Moment of Truth (CTV/FOX, 1.1 million).
June 3, 2008
Canada's Walk of Fame Cements Another Legendary Group of Canadians into the Sidewalks of Toronto
latest group of inductees to Canada's Walk of Fame were announced today, and include Canadian-bred, internationally recognized names representing the best of Canadian talent from the arts, music, film, fashion, sports and innovation.
June 2, 2008
Double Vision: Fall 2008 Schedules Announced for CTV and "A"
Toronto, ON (June 2, 2008) - CTV announced today the Fall 2008 schedule for CTV, Canada's #1 network, along with the first ever cross-country, Fall 2008 Schedule for
May 30, 2008
CTV Explores the Birth of a Terrorist in the CTV Original Movie The Terrorist Next Door, June 15
How did the quiet streets of Montreal create a terrorist intent on bombing LAX airport? Inspired by real-life events, the timely CTV Original Movie The Terrorist Next Door premieres Sunday, June 15 at 8 p.m. ET on CTV.
May 30, 2008
CTV Cranks Up the Heat with Hot New Episodes This June
Canadian Idol, Instant Star, The Hills, Million Dollar Password and Mad Men premiere, Without a Trace and Law & Order: Criminal Intent return with all-new episodes, and Degrassi: TNG, Gossip Girl and Robson Arms say goodbye this June on CTV.
May 27, 2008
Regis Philbin Hosts Million Dollar Password, Premiering June 1 on CTV
One of television's classic game shows gets a makeover, as Million Dollar Password premieres with big celebrities, bigger stakes and a $1 million jackpot.
May 27, 2008
Primetime Diagnosis: CTV's Grey's Anatomy is Canada's Most-Watched Drama in 2007/2008
May 23, 2008
On Eve of Premiere This Sunday, CTV Original Movie Elijah Hailed By Top Critics
May 22, 2008
American Idol Season Finale Up 18% as 3.1 Million Watch David Cook Crowned on CTV
David Cook's coronation as the seventh American Idol was watched by 3.1 million viewers last night on CTV, up 18% compared to last year.
May 22, 2008
Oprah Focuses Attention on Canadian Children's Activists Craig and Marc Kielburger, May 26
Toronto (May 22, 2008) - Oprah makes dreams come true, and next week she is teaming up with Canadian activists Craig and Marc Kielburger to help them achieve their dream of ending poverty and exploitation of children around world.
May 22, 2008
David and David Huff and Puff and Blow The House Down
The one-two jab of American Idol and Dancing With the Stars scored a big knockout punch on CTV last night.
May 21, 2008
So You Think You Can Dance Jazzes Up CTV's Summer Schedule
May 20, 2008
OMG! Gossip Girl, The Hills and Instant Star Premiere on CTV
May 15, 2008
CTV Programming Highlights, May 19 - 30
So You Think You Can Dance, Moment of Truth, Without a Trace and Gossip Girl return with all-new episodes, American Idol and Dancing With the Stars crown a winner, Criminal Minds, Grey's Anatomy, Lost and CSI: NY say goodbye with explosive season finales, and a Canadian political hero is celebrated, this May on CTV.
May 15, 2008
Season 6 of Canadian Idol Blows the Lid Off Summer, June 3 on CTV
The official start to Summer is set for Tuesday, June 3 at 9 p.m. ET when the remarkable sixth edition of Canadian Idol premieres on CTV (go to idol.CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
May 15, 2008
Attention all Citizen Journalists! Viewers Report the News With the Launch of MyNews.CTV.ca
CTV welcomed a possible 10 million* new video journalists to Canada's #1 news team today with the launch of the new user-generated website MyNews.ctv.ca.
May 8, 2008
Fresh and Hot: CTV Reveals Big-Buzz Summer Schedule
CTV revealed a summer schedule today starring this summer's most-buzzed-about new series, High School Musical: Summer Session.
May 8, 2008
Smoking Hot, Golden Globe Winning Drama Mad Men Lights Up CTV, June 8
May 5, 2008
Find Out What Lengths Some Guys Will Go To For That Extra Inch in the CTV Original Documentary S&M: Short and Male, May 24
Do height-challenged men come up short against their counterparts when it comes to love, work and life?
May 1, 2008
CTV's Law & Order: SVU Topples House as Most-Watched Drama of the Week
Tuesday's Law & Order: SVU on CTV is the most-watched drama of the week with 2.14 million viewers, up an impressive 28% compared to Fall 2007.
May 1, 2008
Cliffhanger Endings and Stellar Guest Stars Brighten up May on CTV
Canada's #1 primetime schedule is bursting with fresh new episodes, finales and premieres throughout the month of May on CTV. Programming highlights for May 1 - 18 include:
April 30, 2008
Crime and Comedy Collide in the Two and a Half Men and CSI Crossover Episodes, May 5 and 8 on A-Channel/ASN and CTV
The writers from two of television's hottest series - Two and a Half Men and CSI - swap jobs for the first time ever to pen special crossover episodes of each others' shows on Monday, May 5 on A-Channel/ASN and Thursday, May 8 on CTV.
April 29, 2008
"NO": One Word Changes a Nation in the Timely CTV Original Movie Elijah, May 25
The Meech Lake Accord: a political crisis that left the country teetering on the edge.
April 29, 2008
CTV and MTV Funded Canadian Series 4REAL Honoured with Special United Nations Screening in New York City Today
The United Nations is honouring 4REAL, the CTV and MTV in Canada eight-part original documentary series, with a special screening of 4REAL Yawanawa at UN headquarters today in New York City.
April 29, 2008
New Robson Arms Online Contest, 'Robson Arms Rent Control,' Gives Away Up to $12,000 in Free Rent, Beginning May 5
It's a renter's or homeowner's dream! Beginning Monday, May 5, Canadians have the opportunity to win up to $12,000 towards their rent or mortgage payments for one year by virtually stepping into Robson Arms and playing the "Robson Arms Rent Control" game at robsonarms.CTV.ca.
April 25, 2008
ABC Studios' Lost, Grey's Anatomy and Desperate Housewives: Now Online at CTV.ca
Viewers who missed the return of Lost and Grey's Anatomy to the CTV schedule last night can log on to their computers to watch the episodes right now at CTV.ca.
April 24, 2008
Just in time for Spring Cleaning, Josh Freed admits his "Order Disorder" in the CTV Original Documentary My Messy Life, May 17
Josh Freed is a self-confessed mess. The Montreal Gazette journalist/author's office is shockingly disorganized, yet he claims that his best work is born from the chaos.
April 23, 2008
The JUNO Effect: Feist Sees 153% Bump in Sales Following Appearance on CTV Broadcast
The 2008 JUNO Awards did more than just spotlight Canada's musical talent and rock out with stellar TV ratings - it increased CD sales as well.
April 23, 2008
Degrassi: The Next Generation Nominated for GLAAD Award; Adamo Ruggiero to Present at the 19th Annual Red Carpet Affair in Los Angeles
Degrassi's Adamo Ruggiero and Lauren Collins are heading to Hollywood to represent the internationally acclaimed Canadian drama series, Degrassi: The Next Generation, which is a nominee in the "Drama Series" category at the 19th Annual GLAAD (Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) Media Awards.
April 22, 2008
Moonlight Returns to Take a Bite out of Fridays, April 25 on CTV
Vampire drama Moonlight flies back onto CTV's Friday night lineup with all-new episodes beginning Friday, April 25 at 9 p.m. ET on CTV.
April 21, 2008
CTV Announces the Final Three Judges for So You Think You Can Dance Canada
CTV announced today the additional So You Think You Can Dance Canada judges set to spark dance fever across the country.
April 17, 2008
The JUNO Effect: Feist Sees 153% Bump in Sales Following Appearance on CTV Broadcast
Toronto, ON (April 17, 2008) - The 2008 JUNO Awards did more than just spotlight Canada's musical talent and rock out with stellar TV ratings - it increased CD sales as well.
April 14, 2008
Canada's Top Local Anchors Gather in the Nation's Capital for CTV's Celebration of Local News
April 14, 2008
No One Left Behind: Canadian Idol Announces Innovative Last Chance Audition Stop on the 2008 Tour
April 10, 2008
CTV Programming Highlights, April 14 - 30
Grey's Anatomy, Lost and Robson Arms return with all-new episodes this April on CTV.
April 10, 2008
It's Time to Renew the Lease! Robson Arms Returns with Season 3, Beginning April 28 on CTV
April 10, 2008
You've Reached 9-1-1. Hold Please...W-FIVE Investigates Problems Within Canada's 911 System, April 12 on CTV
What would you do if you dialed 911 and were put on hold? Shockingly, W-FIVE has found that some 911 call centres across the country are forced to operate without the resources they require, potentially putting Canadians' lives at risk.
April 8, 2008
CTV and A-Channel Celebrate Local News
Local newscasts from CTV and A-Channel stations have been a vital part of Canadian communities since the 1950s - telling the stories that matter the most to millions of Canadians and supporting the causes that contribute and build our neighbourhoods.
April 8, 2008
1.45 Million Viewers Make The 2008 JUNO Awards Second Most-Watched Ever on CTV
Last night's broadcast of The 2008 JUNO Awards on CTV was the most-watched program of the night on Canadian television with 1.45 million viewers.
April 7, 2008
1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 JUNO Awards in Total for Feist!
She's taken the world by storm and now taken home the most hardware at this weekend's JUNO Awards.
April 3, 2008
CTV Announces Tr‚ Armstrong and Jean Marc Genereux as So You Think You Can Dance Canada Judges
These dancing experts are not afraid to tell it like it is! CTV announced today the esteemed judging panel for So You Think You Can Dance Canada.
April 2, 2008
CTV Announces Leah Miller as Host of So You Think You Can Dance Canada
CTV announced today that Leah Miller has been named the host of CTV's newest original series, So You Think You Can Dance Canada. Currently host of the MuchMusic series MuchOnDemand, Miller's first assignment is to join the So You Think You Can Dance Canada cross-country audition tour, waltzing into Vancouver on Monday, April 7.
April 2, 2008
Elvis Costello and Elton John to Make a Television Spectacle for CTV
Toronto, ON (April 2, 2008) - Two of the most respected musicians in the world will collaborate on an extraordinary new television series, it was announced today.
April 1, 2008
Papparazzi Alert! Canadian Music's Hottest Stars Descend Upon the Red Carpet for eTalk at the JUNOS, April 6 on CTV
Before the music starts rocking, the fans are gawking and the stars are talking on eTalk at the JUNOS, Canada's original Red Carpet show.
March 27, 2008
CTV Celebrates The 2008 JUNO Awards With Wall-to-Wall Coverage on TV, Radio and Online
Toronto, ON (March 27, 2008) - With 10 days to go until the big night, CTV announced today its ambitious broadcast plan in support of The 2008 JUNO Awards among its multiple broadcast properties.
March 27, 2008
CTV's Primetime Schedule is Bursting with New Episodes From April 1 - 13
Fan favourites continue to return with new episodes on CTV's primetime schedule this April. Programming highlights from April 1 - 13 include:
March 20, 2008
Final Production Details and Presenters Announced for The 2008 JUNO Awards, Sunday, April 6 on CTV
Toronto, ON (March 26, 2008) - Get ready to rock! With the biggest night in Canadian music approaching, CTV revealed today the final elements of its broadcast plan for The 2008 JUNO Awards.
March 20, 2008
CTV Programming Highlights, March 23 - 31
CSI: Miami leads the charge of fan favourite's returning to CTV's primetime beginning March 24. Programming highlights on CTV next week include:
March 19, 2008
Duel Returns for Another Battle, April 4 on CTV
The adrenaline pumping, high-stakes competition game show Duel returns with 10 new episodes airing weekly beginning Friday, April 4 at 9 p.m. ET on CTV (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
March 18. 2008
How Do We Reach The Autistic Mind? W-FIVE Reports That Countless Canadians Living With Autism Can't Get the Treatment They Need
CTV made international headlines earlier this year after breaking the story of Carly Fleischmann, an autistic teenager who until two years ago lived her entire life unable to communicate.
March 13, 2008
CTV Announces So You Think You Can Dance Canada Audition Details
Toronto, ON (March 13, 2008) - Calling all Canadian dancers! CTV announced today the details for the fast-approaching So You Think You Can Dance Canada cross-country audition tour, set to waltz, jive and hip-hop across Canada beginning Monday, April 7 in Vancouver.
March 12, 2008
Road Trip! Drama Grabs the Wheel in a Two-Part Spring Break Episode of Degrassi: The Next Generation, Premiering March 31
As Canadian students celebrate March Break this month, Degrassi goes all out on the road! From a sex tape to a keg party and a random makeout session, Degrassi students close their textbooks and take a Spring Break road trip.
March 11, 2008
Canadian Music Exposed: The 2008 JUNO Awards Gets Multi-Platform Broadcast Treatment on CTV
Toronto, ON (March 11, 2008) - CTV is taking The 2008 JUNO Awards and Canadian music to a whole new level - on conventional, specialty, broadband - and now radio.
March 11, 2008
W-FIVE Reveals the Truth Behind a High Stakes Undercover RCMP Drug Operation that Left a B.C. Man Languishing in a Thai Prison
W-FIVE reveals the stunning truth about the RCMP's undercover team and the operation that left one Mountie dead, a police squad facing accusations of entrapment and Olivier sentenced to 100 years in a Thai prison.
March 10, 2008
Canada's Most-Watched TV Series Return to CTV This Spring
Toronto, ON (March 10, 2008) - Welcome back. Last Fall's most-watched series, including Canada's #1 drama Grey's Anatomy, return to CTV this Spring to join a primetime schedule already brimming with Top 10 hits.
March 6, 2008
CTV Programming Highlights, March 9 - 23
A-list guest stars, two-part specials and new series march into primetime this month on CTV. Programming highlights for upcoming dates in March include:
March 5, 2008
Hedley and Jully Black Complete Performance Lineup for The 2008 JUNO Awards, Sunday, April 6 on CTV
Toronto, ON (March 5, 2008) - Pop/Punk and R&B join Rock, Opera, Country and Pop to bring down the house on The 2008 JUNO Awards broadcast. CTV and the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced today that Canadian rockers Hedley and R&B songstress Jully Black, both nominees for JUNO Awards this year, will complete the stellar performance lineup on The 2008 JUNO Awards.
March 4, 2008
Oprah's Big Give Premieres with 1.7 Million Viewers; W-FIVE Outskates Hockey Night in Canada with 1.1 Million Viewers
O baby! Oprah's Big Give debuted BIG on CTV last night when 1.7 million viewers tuned in to the series premiere.
February 28, 2008
CTV's So You Think You Can Dance Canada Embarks on Five-City Audition Tour This Spring
Toronto, ON (February 28, 2008) - Canada, do you think you can dance? Prove it! CTV announced today that So You Think You Can Dance Canada, an all-new Canadian version of the hit international series, will embark on a nationwide search for the country's favourite dancer this Spring.
February 28, 2008
CTV Programming Highlights, March 2 - 8
Programming highlights on CTV next week include:
February 28, 2008
CTV Delivers Canada's Most-Watched Budget Coverage with Budget 2008
Canadians turn to one trusted source when the news counts the most - CTV's Lloyd Robertson and Canada's No. 1 news team. With a possible federal election looming, Canadians turned to CTV News and Canada's most experienced political news team for complete and comprehensive budget coverage.
February 27, 2008
Canada's Top Country Stars to Perform Alberta Tribute on The 2008 JUNO Awards, Sunday, April 6 on CTV
Toronto, ON (February 27, 2008) - CTV and the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced today the addition of a special performance by all five of this year's JUNO Award nominees for Country Recording of the Year.
February 27, 2008
Dancing with the Stars Returns to CTV, March 17
The stars shine brighter than ever as 12 celebrities attempt to out-dance one another when Season 6 of Dancing with the Stars premieres Monday, March 17 at 8 p.m. ET on CTV.
February 26, 2008
W-FIVE Investigates the Secretive World of Medicine and the Toronto Doctor Dozens of Women Claim Injured Them
In a shocking investigation, W-FIVE uncovers startling facts about a Toronto gynecologist and the system that prevents the public from learning about their physician's track record, in a special all-new episode Saturday, March 1 at 7 p.m. on CTV (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
The 80th Annual Academy Awards Peaks at 4.6 Million Viewers on CTV
The 80th Annual Academy Awards Peaks at 4.6 Million Viewers on CTV
Last night's broadcast of The 80th Annual Academy Awards peaked at 4.6 million viewers on CTV, data from Nielsen Media Research confirms today.
February 26, 2008
The 80th Annual Academy Awards Peaks at 4.6 Million Viewers on CTV
Last night's broadcast of The 80th Annual Academy Awards peaked at 4.6 million viewers on CTV, data from Nielsen Media Research confirms today.
February 25, 2008
CTV's Lloyd Robertson and Canada's No. 1 News Team Delivers Extensive Budget Coverage on Feb 26
Will the government survive or will Canadians be facing another federal election? As Finance Minister Jim Flaherty introduces the federal budget on Tuesday, Feb. 26, CTV and Canada's most-watched news team will be front and centre providing Canadians with live, multi-platform coverage.
February 21, 2008
Dave Foley Moves into Robson Arms in Special Sneak Preview Following American Idol, Next Tuesday and Wednesday on CTV
CTV will introduce two special Robson Arms
February 21, 2008
Friends Jann Arden and Sarah Brightman Join Music Legend Anne Murray on The 2008 JUNO Awards, Sunday, April 6 on CTV
Toronto, ON (February 21, 2008) - CTV and the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced today that Calgary native and national darling Jann Arden and international sensation Sarah Brightman have been added to the performance line-up for The 2008 JUNO Awards broadcast on CTV.
February 20, 2008
It's Better to Give than to Receive: Competitors Give Big or Go Home in Oprah's Big Give, Premiering March 2 on CTV
Just how giving are you? That's the question at the centre of Oprah Winfrey's new series, Oprah's Big Give, which challenges 10 competitors to change the lives of complete strangers in creative and dramatic ways.
February 20, 2008
CTV Announces Exclusive Canadian Coverage of The 80th Annual Academy Awards
Toronto, ON (February 18, 2008) - Lights! Camera! Oscar©! Movie lovers, celebrity watchers and TV viewers rejoice - the countdown is on for The 80th Annual Academy Awards© broadcast on CTV.
February 20, 2008
CTV's Oscar© Sunday Lineup Revised with the Addition of The Barbara Walters Special, Sunday, Feb. 24
Further to today's announcement of the 27th Annual Oscar© edition of The Barbara Walters Special broadcast, CTV has updated its 10 hours of programming for Oscar© Sunday.
February 20, 2008
The Barbara Walters Special Airs Feb. 24 at 7 pm on CTV
Barbara Walters Talks with 2008 Academy Award Nominee Ellen Page, Superstar Harrison Ford, Emmy Award Nominee Vanessa Williams and Teen Sensation Miley Cyrus for the 27th Annual Oscar© Edition of The Barbara Walters Special Airing Sunday, February 24 at 7 p.m. on CTV.
February 19, 2008
CTV Announces Exclusive Canadian Coverage of The 80th Annual Academy Awards
Toronto, ON (February 18, 2008) - Lights! Camera! Oscar©! Movie lovers, celebrity watchers and TV viewers rejoice - the countdown is on for The 80th Annual Academy Awards© broadcast on CTV.
February 14, 2008
CTV Programming Highlights, Feb. 17 - 23
Programming highlights on CTV next week include:
February 13, 2008
W-FIVE Investigates: Impoverished Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Denied Assistance
Unlike foster parents, impoverished grandparents who assume the role of raising grandchildren are regularly denied adequate financial assistance from the government.
February 11, 2008
Mayerthorpe Becomes Most-Watched Canadian Drama of the Year with 1.3 Million Viewers on CTV
Last night, the premiere of the CTV Original Movie Mayerthorpe marked the latest CTV film to break the one million viewer mark when an average audience of 1.3 million viewers watched the broadcast, data from BBM Nielsen Media Research confirmed today.*
February 11, 2008
Put the Pedal to the Metal: CTV.ca Launches New Automotive Microsite Autos.CTV.ca
Toronto, ON (February 11, 2008) - Buying a car is an important decision, but where should consumers start their search? CTV.ca announced today the launch of their new microsite, Autos.CTV.ca - the new go-to destination for consumers looking for a new or used car or truck. The top feature includes a powerful search engine that enables consumers to search through over 40,000 vehicles at more than 700 dealers across Canada. Every new and pre-owned vehicle found on this site is exclusively supplied by franchised dealer members of the various Canadian Automotive Dealership Associations. A wide variety of advertising opportunities are currently available.
February 8, 2008
CTV Programming Highlights, Feb. 10 - 15
Programming highlights on CTV next week include:
February 8, 2008
Only Two Years to Go! CTV Delivers Extensive Coverage of the Countdown to the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games
Toronto, ON (February 8, 2008) - As the two-year countdown to the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games begins on Feb. 12, CTV marks the occasion with extensive coverage of the Olympic celebrations. Between Feb.11 and 15, CTV will deliver a complete and comprehensive look at how Vancouver and Whistler, B.C., are preparing for the Games, and the lasting impact the Olympics will have on Canadians.
February 8, 2008
Winter Season Ratings Update: CTV Delivers 10 of the Top 10 Programs on Canadian Television
A review of the latest audience figures from BBM Nielsen Media Canada confirms that CTV has Canada's most-watched programs this winter by an overwhelming margin in total viewers and key demos.
February 7, 2008
Overwhelming Majority of Canadians Believe Canada's Justice System is Too Lenient on Repeat Offenders, Poll Reveals
Toronto, ON (February 7, 2008) - Canadians across the country overwhelmingly believe that the country's justice system is too lenient on repeat offenders, a new poll released today by CTV and The Strategic Counsel reveals.
February 5, 2008
Anne Murray and Special Guests to Perform on The 2008 JUNO Awards, Sunday, April 6 on CTV
Toronto, ON (February 5, 2008) - Canadian icon Anne Murray is the latest artist slated to perform on The 2008 JUNO Awards broadcast on CTV, it was announced today. CTV and the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) confirmed that Murray will share the stage in a special performance with two of the featured artists on the legendary songstress' latest release Duets: Friends & Legends, to be announced later. Hosted by "comic superstar" Russell Peters, The 2008 JUNO Awards airs Sunday, April 6 on CTV from Calgary's Pengrowth Saddledome.
February 5, 2008
CTV's Giant Night: Super Bowl XLII Most-Watched Ever in Canada with 5.07 Million Viewers
Super Bowl XLII attracted a record audience for the Super Bowl in Canada on CTV and RDS, preliminary overnight figures from BBM Nielsen Media Research confirms today*. A combined audience of 5.07 million viewers on CTV and RDS surpassed the previous record of 4.98 million in 2006 on Global (4.281 million) / RDS (702,000).
February 5, 2008
Russell Peters to Host The 2008 JUNO Awards, April 6 on CTV
Toronto, ON (February 5, 2008) - Internationally renowned comedian Russell Peters will host The 2008 JUNO Awards broadcast, CTV and the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) confirmed today.
February 5, 2008
W-FIVE Investigates Police Misconduct and Exposes Frightening Truths Behind the Cosmetic Surgery Industry, Feb. 9
W-FIVE investigates police misconduct and how in some instances, officers who have committed serious transgressions have continued to collect full pay - sometimes for years - when Canada's #1 investigative news program W-FIVE returns to CTV on Saturday, February 9 at 7 p.m. (check for local broadcast times) with the first of 11 new episodes.
February 4, 2008
Avril Lavigne and Measha Brueggergosman Set to Perform on The 2008 JUNO Awards, Sunday, April 6 on CTV
Toronto, ON (February 4, 2008) - Canada's pop princess meets opera sensation. On the eve of tomorrow's JUNO Award Nominees Press Conference, CTV and the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced today that multiple JUNO Award-winner Avril Lavigne and opera superstar Measha Brueggergosman are the latest artists slated to perform on The 2008 JUNO Awards broadcast on CTV, Sunday, April 6 from Calgary's Pengrowth Saddledome.
February 4, 2008
Lightning Strikes Twice: NBC Picks Up CTV's The Listener For U.S. Broadcast
The Listener (working title), a new CTV Original drama from Shaftesbury Films, will also air on NBC in the United States, it was confirmed today.
January 31, 2008
There Goes the Neighbourhood: New Series Welcome to the Captain Premieres Feb. 4 on CTV
Ahoy mateys! CTV announced today the addition of new comedy series, Welcome to the Captain to its winter schedule, premiering Monday, Feb 4. at 8:30 p.m. ET on CTV (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times). Six-time Emmy-nominated actor Jeffrey Tambor (Arrested Development) joins the all-American Chris Klein (Election, American Pie) in Welcome to the Captain, a rollicking sitcom about a wildly eclectic group of people whose lives are intertwined through the place they all call home, a fabled Hollywood apartment building, El Capitan, which they've dubbed "The Captain."
January 31, 2008
CTV Programming Highlights, Feb. 3 - 9
Below is a chronological listing of programming highlights for Feb. 3 - 9. All programming is subject to change (all times ET; visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times):
January 30, 2008
Nip/Tuck Slices into CTV's Primetime Schedule, Feb. 3
Double breast implants, a nude photo shoot and roles in a Hollywood medical drama...Nip/Tuck returns to CTV, more outrageous than ever, immediately following Super Bowl XXLII on Sunday, Feb. 3 (approximately 10:15 ET and west of Ontario at 10 p.m.; visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times). The critically-acclaimed drama then moves into its regular Fridays at 10 p.m. ET time-slot beginning Feb. 8.
January 30, 2008
It's Super Sunday on CTV with Super Bowl XLII
Toronto, ON (January 30, 2008) - This Sunday will mark the first Super Bowl on CTV - and the network has the biggest sporting event of the year covered from all angles in the days leading up to the big game. CTV's exclusive Canadian coverage of Super Bowl XLII, featuring the undefeated New England Patriots taking on the New York Giants in a potential history-making game, airs Sunday, Feb. 3 in High Definition beginning at 12 noon ET from Glendale, AZ with six hours of pre-game programming (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times).
January 28, 2008
Bombs, Battles and Betrayal: Jericho Explodes Onto CTV's Primetime Schedule, Feb. 12
Toronto, ON (January 29, 2008) - Following one of the most unprecedented and impassioned displays of fan support for a television series, the post-apocalyptic drama Jericho is back - and on CTV. The cult hit favourite returns for a second season and joins CTV's primetime schedule beginning Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 10 p.m. ET, following a new episode of American Idol (visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times). Jericho also debuts on SPACE on Saturday, February 16 at 8 p.m. ET.
January 28, 2008
CTV Series Flashpoint Picked Up by CBS for U.S. Broadcast
Los Angeles, CA (January 29, 2008) - A new CTV original Canadian drama series currently in pre-production has been picked up by CBS for broadcast later this year in the United States. Flashpoint (working title, a.k.a. Sniper) is a new police drama about an elite, big city Strategic Response Unit (SRU). CBS has picked up 13 episodes of the one-hour drama series, which was green-lit by CTV in December. When it premieres later this year, Flashpoint will become the first Canadian series since CTV's Due South in 1994 to air in network primetime in both Canada and the United States. Production begins in Toronto in April.
January 28, 2008
Get Degrassified: Online Elements Expanded for Degrassi: The Next Generation
ðððToronto, ON (January 28, 2007) - In support of the seventh season of the popular Canadian series Degrassi: The Next Generation, CTV has extended the series' online presence through a new contest that allows fans to get