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Just for Laughs, NorthWest Comedy & CBC Announce Production of CBC Gem Original Series THE NEW WAVE OF STANDUP Season 7
Make ‘em laugh… The New Wave of Standup Season 7 brings together another incredible array of 14 comedians from across the country. The live show taping returns to the iconic Gastown establishment, Guilt & Co. on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
January 28th at 9:00
CBC Unveils the Trailer and Key Art for New Original Documentary Series Cirque Life
CBC today unveiled the trailer and two key art versions for the upcoming CBC immersive docuseries Cirque Life (5x60), which will pull back the curtain on the world-renowned Cirque du Soleil and offer an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at one of the company's most celebrated shows, LUZIA.
January 27th at 11:04
Nominees for The 2026 JUNO Awards Announced
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) today unveiled the nominees for the 55th Annual JUNO Awards, marking a defining year that spans global superstardom, breakthrough success, and a historic recognition of Canada's dynamic and diverse music ecosystem.
January 26th at 12:50
Dragons’ Den Full Circle finale event to close milestone Season 20, airing February 26 and March 5 on CBC and CBC Gem
CBC’s hit series Dragons’ Den will mark its milestone 20th season with a two-episode, Full Circle finale event on Thursday, February 26 at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT) and Thursday, March 5 at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT) on CBC and the free CBC Gem streaming service.
January 23rd at 11:55
New to CBC Gem in February 2026
The Black Stories Collection (Feb. 1) includes the exclusive Canadian premieres of UK comedy Dreaming Whilst Black Season 2 and UK comedy-drama Just Act Normal, and Season 2 of Radio-Canada comedy series Lakay Nou, celebrating the customs and culture of Quebec’s Haitian community through the eyes of a multi-generational family.
January 22nd at 8:50
CBC's Canada Reads Marks its 25th Anniversary, April 13-16, Searching for ‘One Book to Build Bridges’
CBC’s great Canadian book debate, Canada Reads, returns for its 25th edition, Monday, April 13 through Thursday, April 16.
January 20th at 11:57
Production Underway on Season 2 of Acclaimed Arctic Comedy North of North for APTN, CBC and Netflix
APTN, CBC and Netflix, with production partners Red Marrow Media and Northwood Entertainment, announced that production is underway on the second season of the Arctic-set comedy North of North. The highly anticipated new season will premiere on APTN, CBC and Netflix later in 2026.
January 19th at 5:55
CBC and Toronto Star Partner on New Original Podcast about Olympian turned FBI Most Wanted Fugitive Ryan Wedding
CBC and the Toronto Star announced the first-ever partnership between CBC’s Uncover and the Toronto Star’s Suspicion. The new untitled podcast tells the story of Canadian Olympian turned FBI Most Wanted fugitive and alleged drug lord Ryan Wedding.
January 15th at 11:02
Mae Martin to Host The 2026 JUNO Awards, Daniel Caesar and William Prince to Perform, live on CBC
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and CBC today announced this year’s host and additional special award recipients taking part in the 55th Annual JUNO Awards, live from TD Coliseum in Hamilton, Ontario and broadcasting/streaming nationwide on CBC and CBC Gem.
January 7th at 5:55
CBC Launches New Winter 2026 Podcast Slate
CBC, the #1 Canadian podcaster, is launching a new winter slate of original podcasts, featuring in-depth investigations, candid personal revelations, and informed debriefs on the biggest stories in politics.
December 19th 2025 at 10:10
New to CBC Gem in January 2026
CBC’s winter lineup sees the return of Saint-Pierre (Jan. 5), Still Standing (Jan. 6), Small Achievable Goals (Jan. 6), Allegiance (Jan. 7), and Wild Cards (Jan 7) for new seasons, plus series and specials to build excitement for Milano Cortina 2026, including docuseries Redemption Run (pictured).
December 19th 2025 at 10:00
CBC Preview Screener: Rick Mercer Stand Up for Canada
Preview screener for Rick Mercer Stand Up for Canada featuring comedians Sophie Buddle, Mayce Galoni and Julie Kim.
December 15th 2025 at 15:30
CBC Preview Screeners: New seasons of Saint-Pierre, Small Achievable Goals, Wild Cards, Allegiance and Still Standing
Preview screeners for new seasons of Saint-Pierre, Small Achievable Goals, Wild Cards, Allegiance and Still Standing, premiering in January 2026.
December 10th 2025 at 7:00
Beloved Canadian children’s author Robert Munsch sits down with Adrienne Arsenault for a CBC News exclusive interview
The exclusive interview with Robert Munsch is now available on CBC News: The National’s YouTube Channel. The interview will be featured today on The National at 9 p.m. ET on CBC News Network and 10 p.m. (10:30 NT) local on CBC TV and CBC Gem.
December 9th 2025 at 10:55
Ring in the New Year on CBC with This Hour Has 22 Minutes followed by a Live Cross-Canada Countdown
CBC is offering Canadians exclusive original specials on Wednesday, December 31 to kick off 2026 beginning at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT) on CBC TV and CBC Gem with This Hour Has 22 Minutes New Year's Eve Pregame Special, followed by a special Live Cross-Canada Countdown.
December 8th 2025 at 13:55
CBC Preview Screener: Murdoch Mysteries Calgary Stampede episode featuring guest star Amber Marshall
Preview screener for Murdoch Mysteries Calgary Stampede episode featuring guest star Amber Marshall
November 24th 2025 at 13:30
New to CBC Gem in December 2025
Highlights of programs new to CBC Gem this December including Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe, comedy-drama Interior Chinatown, season 2 of Marie Antoinette, and all-new special Rick Mercer Stand Up for Canada.
November 24th 2025 at 11:20
2026 JUNO Awards announce appearances by Joni Mitchell and Nelly Furtado and performances by Arkells and The Beaches
The 2026 JUNO Awards announce legendary songwriter and Cultural Icon Joni Mitchell to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award and 10-time JUNO Award winner Nelly Furtado will be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, The Beaches and Arkells to perform live on CBC and CBC Gem.
November 20th 2025 at 14:00
CBC Preview Screeners: Murdoch Mysteries holiday episode and Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe
Preview screeners for upcoming CBC original winter programming.
November 13th 2025 at 10:00
2025 CBC Poetry Prize Finalists Announced
CBC Books, CBC’s online home for literary content, together with its partners the Canada Council for the Arts and Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, have announced the finalists for the 2025 CBC Poetry Prize.