Fall Fever Hits CTV This September!

Program Alert - September 2, 2008

CTV's primetime schedule is loaded with hot new series, must-see premieres and gripping finales. Programming highlights include:

Programming highlights for September 2 - September 24 include:

Canadian icon Bryan Adams mentors and performs on Canadian Idol (September 2)

Top 10 Canadian Idol finalists will reunite to perform an exclusive live concert on Canada AM (September 5)

CTV joins ABC, CBS and NBC to Stand Up To Cancer (September 5)

Hosted by world champion figure skater Kurt Browning, the stars align when the 10th Anniversary gala of Canada's Walk of Fame premieres (September 7)

The Top 2 perform one final time (September 8) before the next Canadian Idol is crowned (September 10)

Science meets science-fiction on the one-time only CTV and 'A' super-simulcast premiere of Fringe (September 9)

CTV gets down with the much-anticipated series premiere of So You Think You Can Dance Canada with Toronto auditions (September 11)

Straight from the runway, FashionTelevision Presents: Dean and Dan, Born in Canada, Made in Italy (September 13)

The So You Think You Can Dance Canada audition tour continues in Vancouver and Halifax (September 14)

Join Canada AM's Jeff Hutcheson as he visits the set of Corner Gas in Regina (September 15)

So You Think You Can Dance Canada's audition episodes wrap up with auditions from Calgary and Montreal (September 17)

The team searches for a missing boy on the seventh season premiere of Without a Trace (September 21)

Television's biggest stars gather for the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards (September 21)

Celebrities dance-off on the season premiere of Dancing With the Stars (September 22)

The team searches for Horatio's shooter on the season premiere of CSI: Miami (September 22)

Law & Order: SVU returns for a tenth season (September 23)

Terrorists attack the BAU in the fourth season premiere of Criminal Minds (September 24)

Mac finds himself in unusual surroundings on the fifth season premiere of CSI: NY (September 24)

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Below is a chronological listing of detailed programming highlights for September 2 - September 24. All programming is subject to change (all times ET; visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times):

Tuesday, September 2

8 p.m. - Canadian Idol - ALL-NEW EPISODE

It's elimination night, and Bryan Adams will perform on the Idol stage before this season's Top 2 are revealed.

9 p.m. - The Hills - ALL-NEW EPISODE

Lauren decides it's time to break things off with Doug and Whitney starts her new position at People's Revolution.

Friday, September 5

6 a.m. - Canada AM

Five days before Canada crowns it's sixth Canadian Idol, the Top 10 finalists will reunite to perform an exclusive live concert on Canada AM.

8 p.m. - Stand Up To Cancer

CTV, ABC, CBS and NBC will donate one hour of primetime for a history-making interactive television special, uniting the nation as we Stand Up To Cancer. The landmark event includes performances by legendary recording artists, over 50 of the biggest names in TV, film, sports and music on the live phone bank, and cutting-edge research news on potentially life-saving discoveries.

9 p.m. - Greek - "Multiple Choice" - ALL-NEW EPISODE

As mid-term week approaches, the pressure is building for Rusty as he is determined to maintain his grades while keeping up his social life at the fraternity. Of course, Cappie has the answers for him, but is it the right thing to do?

Saturday, September 6

7 p.m. - eTalk Festival Party

eTalk's Ben and Tanya host the biggest block party of the year as A-list stars, celebrities, and VIPs take the hottest stroll in town on the eTalk Festival Party red carpet. Thousands of fans groove to a live performance by Diddy and celebrity DJ Samantha Ronsen.

10 p.m. - Comedy Now - "Paul Myrehaug" - ALL-NEW EPISODE

Born and raised in Alberta, and now living in Vancouver, Paul Myrehaug is a unique blend of small-town party and urban style, a combination that has launched him into the national spotlight. In addition to being a fixture of the club and college circuit, Paul is the winner of the 2007 Great Canadian Laugh Off and runner up in the 2006 Seattle International Comedy Competition.

Sunday, September 7

7 p.m. - Canada's Walk Of Fame

Hosted by skating legend Kurt Browning, this two-hour broadcast of the 10th anniversary of the gala will honour eight Canadians with stars on Canada's Walk of Fame. This year's inductees are: singer/songwriter Bryan Adams, actress Francis Bay, director James Cameron, actor Michael J. Fox, singer/songwriter k.d. lang, comedy troupe Kids in the Hall, NBA player Steve Nash and model Daria Werbowy. Presenters include Sigourney Weaver, Linda Evangelista, Jeanne Beker, Julie Bowen, Gabrielle Miller, Andrea Martin, Bryan Colangelo and Colm Feore.

Monday, September 8

6 a.m. - Canada AM

On September 8, Canada AM will broadcast live from the Four Seasons Hotel in Yorkville, the heart of the Toronto International Film Festival, to bring viewers all the latest Festival news and celebrity interviews, including a chat with film star Colin Firth.

8 p.m. - Big Bang Theory - "The Pancake Batter Anomaly" - NEW TO CTV

When Sheldon gets sick, Leonard and the boys know what's in store and avoid him like the plague, leaving an unsuspecting Penny to nurse the world's worst patient back to health.

8:30 p.m. - Two and a Half Men - "Look At Me Mommy, I'm Pretty" - NEW TO CTV

Alan plans Evelyn's wedding while Charlie pursues his future stepsister.

9 p.m. - Canadian Idol - ALL-NEW EPISODE

The Top 2 perform three songs each, including the winner's single, live on the Idol stage.

Tuesday, September 9

8 p.m. - Fringe - "Pilot" - 90-MINUTE SUPER-SIMULCAST SERIES PREMIERE

Also airs at 8 p.m. ET/PT on 'A' and in Alberta on ACCESS

From J.J. Abrams, Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci, the team behind Star Trek, Mission: Impossible III and Alias, comes a new series that will thrill, terrify and explore the blurring line between the possible and the impossible. When an international flight lands at Boston's Logan Airport with no signs of life, an unlikely trio of FBI Special Agent Olivia Dunham, brilliant but formerly institutionalized scientist Walter Bishop, and his scheming, reluctant son Peter uncover a deadly mystery involving a series of unbelievable events and realize they may be a part of a larger, more disturbing pattern.

Wednesday, September 10

8 p.m. - Canadian Idol - TWO-HOUR SEASON FINALE

It's down the Top 2, but only one competitor will be crowned the Canadian Idol. Mariah Carey, John Legend, Hedley, Brian Melo and Jully Black all perform during the star-studded finale.

Thursday, September 11

8 p.m. - So You Think You Can Dance Canada - TWO-HOUR SERIES PREMIERE

Hosted by MuchMusic's Leah Miller, So You Think You Can Dance Canada kicks off its inaugural season for the search of Canada's favourite dancer at the Toronto auditions. Judging whether the dancers have what it takes are permanent judges Tré Armstrong (How She Move) and Jean Marc Genereux (ballroom champion and guest judge/choreographer on the U.S. version of So You Think You Can Dance), alternating third judge Luther Brown (urban choreographer/Sean Combs) and special guest judge Mary Murphy from the U.S. version of the hit series.

10 p.m. - Flashpoint - "Never Kissed A Girl" - ALL-NEW EPISODE

When a young man holds a courtroom hostage in an attempt to clear his name for a crime he didn't commit, an SRU team member is in the wrong place at the wrong time and must find a way to safely defuse a critical situation. Mpho Koaho (Doomstown) guest stars.

Friday, September 12

9 p.m. - Greek - "Separation Anxiety" - ALL-NEW EPISODE

After their community service chairwoman is unceremoniously dismissed from the sorority, the Zeta Beta Zetas must find a way to make up on lost time with their community service. Will Casey be able to work together with Dale on a charitable performance for the Bible Bunch?

Saturday, September 13

7 p.m. - FashionTelevision Presents: Dean and Dan, Born in Canada, Made in Italy - ALL-NEW SPECIAL

A highlight of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), CTV's FashionTelevision welcomes internationally acclaimed Canadian fashion designers Dean and Dan Caten home, as they present their latest DSquared² collection before an audience of Hollywood's elite and special VIP guests attending TIFF. Hosted by FT's Jeanne Beker.

10 p.m. - Comedy Now! - "Dean Jenkinson" - ALL-NEW EPISODE

Winnipeg comic Dean Jenkinson is a regular on the Canadian comedy circuit. The host of the radio program The Festival of Funny, Dean's television appearances include Comics! The Royal Canadian Air Farce, and The Winnipeg Comedy Festival. Currently Dean is a writer for This Hour Has 22 Minutes.

Sunday, September 14

8 p.m. - So You Think You Can Dance Canada - ALL-NEW TWO-HOUR EPISODE

The cross-country search for Canada's favourite dancer continues at the Vancouver and Halifax auditions. Permanent judge Jean Marc Genereux, special guest judge Mary Murphy and guest judge Paul Becker, who has choreographed the Jonas Brothers, weigh in on the dancing hopefuls in Vancouver. Tré Armstrong, Melissa Williams - who has choreographed for Prince and Bryan Adams - and judge/choreographer Dan Karaty, from the U.S. series, fill out the panel in Halifax.

Monday, September 15

6 a.m. - Canada AM

Join Canada AM's Jeff Hutcheson as he visits the set of Corner Gas in Regina on September 15. CTV's popular homegrown series is currently taping its final season and Jeff will talk to the cast and crew about some of their most memorable experiences throughout the years.

8 p.m. - Big Bang Theory - "The Tangerine Factor" - NEW TO CTV

When Leonard asks Penny out on a date and she says yes, they each seek the "wisdom" of reluctant advisor Sheldon.

9 p.m. - Two and a Half Men - "Fish in a Drawer" - NEW TO CTV

A CSI team investigates a mysterious death at Charlie's house. Robert Wagner (Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me) and Jenny McCarthy (Scary Movie 3, Louder Than Words: A Mother's Journey in Healing Autism) return. George Eads (CSI) makes a cameo appearance.

Wednesday, September 17

8 p.m. - So You Think You Can Dance Canada - ALL-NEW TWO-HOUR EPISODE

The audition tour comes to an end with competitors lined up in Calgary and Montreal. Jean Marc Genereux, Tré Armstrong and Calgary native Sean Cheesman - current host and lead judge of the U.K. dance competition Dirty Dancing: Time of Your Life - judge in Calgary. Judging whether Montreal has what it takes are Jean Marc Genereux, Tré Armstrong and Mary Murphy.

Thursday, September 18

6 a.m. - Canada AM

For all Canadian wine lovers out there, find out how wines get from grape to glass and what the hottest wines of the season are, when Canada AM broadcasts live on location from beautiful Niagara-on-the-lake on September 18.

10 p.m. - Flashpoint - "Planet's Aligned" - ALL-NEW EPISODE

The SRU attempts to rescue a kidnapped girl who is being held at a booby-trapped house, but while on the job they learn that one of the abductors is a teen who went missing several years earlier.

Friday, September 19

9 p.m. - Greek - ALL-NEW EPISODE "Depth Perception"

Allies become enemies when both Casey and Frannie are nominated for the title of Omega Chi Sweetheart. Who will prevail in this, the ultimate cat fight?.

Saturday, Septmeber 20

7 p.m. - W-FIVE Presents: To Hell With Manners!

Have we lost all respect for our fellow citizens, or should we blame it on our sped up and chaotic lives? In the new CTV Original Documentary To Hell with Manners! The Decline of Civility, award-winning Montreal filmmaker John Curtin travels across North America and the U.K., proving just how disrespectful society has become. With narration by William Shatner.

10 p.m. - Comedy Now - "Sean Lecomber" - SEASON FINALE

Edmonton's fastest rising star, Sean Lecomber is a unique talent. Standing in a sea of mediocrity, Sean rises to the top. His incredibly insightful material is delivered with a style only Sean can master. Peppered with sarcasm Sean takes a comedic look on everything from pop culture to his personal relationships. Sean first stood on a stage 2 years ago and quickly grabbed the attention of industry magnates with his confident style, masterful delivery, and his smart, quick and fantastically hysterical material.

Sunday, September 21

7 p.m. - Without a Trace - "Closure" - SEASON PREMIERE

The team searches for a man whose daughter went missing years ago, and wonders if his desire to help another couple find their missing son is somehow connected. Meanwhile, Jack begrudgingly adjusts to life with a new boss.

8 p.m. - The 60th Primetime Emmy Awards

Broadcasted live from the NOKIA Theatre in Los Angeles, this year's star-studded show includes presenters Hugh Laurie (House), Julia Louis-Dreyfus (The New Adventures of Old Christine), Tina Fey and Amy Poehler of 30 Rock and the women of Desperate Housewives.

Monday, September 22

8 p.m. - Dancing With the Stars ­- TWO-HOUR SEASON PREMIERE

Dancing With the Stars kicks off its seventh season with a two-hour premiere, introducing 13 brand-new participants who, for the first time in the history of the series, will all perform two routines in the first week. Contestants dancing for the judges' votes are Lance Bass, Toni Braxton, Brooke Burke, Rocco DiSpirito, Maurice Greene, Kim Kardashian, Cloris Leachman, Cody Linley, Susan Lucci, Misty May-Treanor, Ted McGinley, Jeffrey Ross and Warren Sapp. Additionally, all four of the Dancing With the Stars professional dancers who have previously won the trophy will compete in a first-ever "dance-off."

10 p.m. - CSI: Miami - "Resurrection" - SEASON PREMIERE

The CSI team will stop at nothing to find who shot Horatio Caine, and the evidence leads them to some of the most dangerous people in Miami, including one of their own.

Tuesday, September 23

8 p.m. - Law & Order: SVU ­- SEASON PREMIERE

New episode. No synopsis currently available.

9 p.m. - Dancing With the Stars - ALL-NEW TWO-HOUR EPISODE

After the first couple is eliminated, the 12 remaining contestants perform a second routine in hope of avoiding elimination. The Jonas Brothers and Jesse McCartney perform.

Wednesday, September 24

8 p.m. - Dancing With the Stars - ALL-NEW EPISODE

Having performed a second routine last night, one addition couple is sent home.

9 p.m. - Criminal Minds - SEASON PREMIERE

When an SUV carrying members of the BAU explodes, the rest of the team fights to save their colleagues and catch the terrorists responsible for the bombing.

10 p.m. - CSI: NY - "Veritas" - SEASON PREMIERE

In the aftermath of a bank heist gone bad, Mac wakes up in a submerged car with no memory of how he got there.