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Call For Entries for the 2008 Shaw Rocket Prize

October 4, 2007 Diane Wild

From a media release:

The Shaw Rocket Prize announces that submissions are now being accepted for its signature $50,000 juried, winner-take-all prize for best independently produced Canadian children’s program.

This year, the Shaw Rocket Prize will celebrate the best children’s program by accepting submissions for programs with a target audience of children 12 and under. Any genre or format is eligible and all program lengths are welcome. Submission details can be found at www.rocketfund.ca. The deadline for entries is November 16, 2007.

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In the news: Special Geminis announced

October 4, 2007 Diane Wild

From CBC:

TV academy to honour Harron, Mr. Dressup writers, Little Mosque
“Canadian actor, author and broadcaster Don Harron, the writing team behind beloved children’s show Mr. Dressup and the producers of hit sitcom Little Mosque on the Prairie are among this year’s special award winners for the upcoming Gemini Awards.” Read more.

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In the news: Shaftesbury racks up the Gemini nominations

September 27, 2007 Diane Wild

Susan Tolusso of Playback talks to the successful production company:

Shaftesbury’s fabulous 42 nods
“The Toronto prodco’s drama series ReGenesis – which follows a team of scientists investigating medical and ethical dilemmas – received 12 nominations this year, marking the third time it has been nominated in the best drama series category. Read more.

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In the news: Critics are critical of Geminis

September 27, 2007 Diane Wild

Steve Burgess of Playback reports on the Geminis:

The critics weigh in
“All a Canadian TV show wants is a little respect. That’s why the Geminis were created. Maybe it’s fitting that the awards show can’t get no respect either, a sentiment that shows up quickly when you talk to Canadian TV critics.” Read more.

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In the news: Little Mosque won’t compete with Corner Gas at Geminis

September 27, 2007 Diane Wild 8 Comments

Etan Vlessing of Playback dissects the Gemini comedy nominations:

No Dog River vs. Mercy showdown in Regina
“Here’s the joke: Canada’s breakout comedy hit Little Mosque on the Prairie won’t be competing for the Geminis’ best comedy series award when the trophies are handed out in the show’s home province of Saskatchewan on Sunday, Oct. 28.” Read more.