#FIRSTLOOK: CAST OF “CANADA SHORE” UNVEILED

A northern “Shore”. Ten Canadians. Unlimited drama. And a summer unlike anything else! Paramount+ today unveiled the January 22, 2026, premiere date, teaser trailer and cast of CANADA SHORE, the first-ever Canadian edition of the global MTV “Shore” phenomenon. CANADA SHORE will stream exclusively on Paramount+ in Canada, the U.S., U.K., Ireland and Australia.

Produced by Insight Productions and filmed last summer on the shores of Kelowna, British Columbia, the series brings together ten bold and unapologetic Canadian singles for a whirlwind season of romance, friendships, and full-throttle fun.

From coast to coast to coast, these 10 larger-than-life CANADA SHORE roommates are ready to party, flirt harder, and turn every night into memories (and maybe a little mayhem). But it’s not all hookups and hangovers. Beneath the chaos is a crew that laughs together, fights together, and somehow becomes a family.

Ahead of the premiere, fans can catch the vibe on the all-new MTV Jersey Shore Channel launching on November 27 on Pluto TV in Canada. Packed with classic moments and Shore chaos to get viewers hyped for the Canadian edition, the first two episodes of CANADA SHORE will also be available for free sampling on Pluto TV beginning January 22.

Surreally Canadian. Fiercely fun. Totally unforgettable. Meet the cast of CANADA SHORE:

BAUER

Hometown: Prince Albert, Saskatchewan

Current residence: Toronto, Ontario

Bauer is the perfect mix of city slick and country grit — a self-proclaimed “golden retriever” with abs and attitude. A competitive athlete turned bodybuilder, he put lacrosse aside to chase the spotlight on CANADA SHORE. The gym isn’t just his routine, it’s his life — and if it’s between date night or a chest pump, the weights usually win…unless Megan Fox calls. His motto? “You win some, you lose most.”

CHRISTOPHER

Hometown: Toronto, Ontario

Toronto-born with Jamaican roots and known for his confidence, quick wit, and chaotic charm, Christopher went from scooping ice cream to living for the party and the spotlight. Inspired by icons like Kim Kardashian, Christopher lives for tequila, attention, and unforgettable moments. He joined CANADA SHORE to show there’s more to him than a party persona. He’s ready to open up, make real connections and prove that behind the wild nights, there’s a lot of heart – with a dash of drama.

EMMETT

Hometown: Peterborough, Ontario

Current residence: Vancouver, British Columbia

Emmett is Vancouver’s self-proclaimed gym bro with a golden heart and a killer grill game. A pipefitter by trade and bodybuilder by passion, he lives by the motto “Know your limit, play within it” — though he rarely does. Inspired by bodybuilding legend Dorian Yates and crushing hard on Sofia Vergara, Emmett is a lifelong Jersey Shore fan. On CANADA SHORE, he hopes to turn heads, have fun, and prove that muscles and mischief go hand in hand.

EMMY

Hometown: Amherst, Nova Scotia

Current residence: Fredericton, New Brunswick

Aesthetician Emmy is a bubbly and fierce East Coast Pisces who loves her makeup flawless, nails on point, and wine in hand. Her first kiss? Let’s just say it happened in a hockey rink hallway – so Canadian! She’s pasta-obsessed, a reality TV binge-watcher, and will impress with a hidden talent for the splits. On CANADA SHORE, Emmy’s not afraid to stir up a little drama, but she is also ready to make lifelong friends, live it up, and show off her fun-loving, over-the-top personality.

ETHAN

Hometown: Newmarket, Ontario

Current residence: Toronto, Ontario

Ethan rocks Italian, German, and Irish roots, speaks French, and calls himself “The Machine.” He’s flirty with everyone, can’t live without blondes, and swears the ultimate hangover cure is another beer. He also counts a girl with no humour as his biggest ick. Ethan joined CANADA SHORE because, in his words, it’s “fkn sick,” and he’s ready to party hard and leave his mark.

GIZELLE

Hometown: Montego Bay, Jamaica

Current residence: Mississauga, Ontario

An island girl meets city girl, Gizelle’s all about anime, bikinis, and unapologetically outspoken TikToks — one of which recently racked up 2.5 million views. Self-described as crazy, sexy, and cool, her friends love teasing her about her man choices. A very proud Jamaican, she’s set to rep Caribbean culture, bring the island vibes, and showcase to Canada her bold, unforgettable energy.

ISAIAH

Hometown: Calgary, Alberta

Isaiah, a Caribbean-Dutch-African thrill-seeker, lives and breathes skateboarding… seriously, it’s his hobby, indulgence, and inspiration all in one. First kiss? Under a teacher’s desk (don’t ask). Biggest ick? A girl who likes country music. No Nickelback, thank you very much! With a hidden talent for backflips and Pho as the ultimate hangover cure, Isaiah joined CANADA SHORE because… why the f’ not?

KEYAIRA

Hometown: Halifax, Nova Scotia
A dog groomer with big dreams, Keyaira is all about manifesting the luxe life she knows she’s meant for. Off the clock, she’s busy spoiling her pups: Lola, her Cuban foster, and Rambo, her Golden Lab. When she’s not pampering her fur babies, you’ll find her working out, jet-setting to new destinations, binging reality TV, or indulging in fancy dinners and cocktails. Keyaira brings Halifax heat to CANADA SHORE with her flirtatious spark and magnetic personality. She’s ready to shake things up, make new connections, and turn a few heads along the way.

LILA

Hometown: Toronto, Ontario

Lila doesn’t just go to the party; she is the party. Known for her oversized hoops, iconic one-liners, and a laugh you can hear three rooms away, this Italian firecracker lives by the motto “it’s shot o’clock somewhere.” Loyal, loud, and usually the last one standing (or at least trying to), friends describe Lila as “a walking good time” who turns every hangout into a headline. Whether she’s hyping the girls or stirring the pot, one thing’s for sure: when Lila’s around, there’s never a dull moment on CANADA SHORE.

RYLEIGH

Hometown: Bridgewater, Nova Scotia

Ryleigh is a mix of small-town charm and big-city vibes. A marketing girly with a soft heart, wild streak, and dangerous love for tequila. She’s mastered the art of balancing her journaling and Sims obsession, with benders and convincing everyone to hit the afters. Known for her quick wit, booty shaking, pong skills, and zero tolerance for BS, she’s here to bring the Scotian energy to CANADA SHORE and prove that good karma and bad decisions can absolutely coexist.

Casting for CANADA SHORE kicked off in Spring 2025 with a nationwide call for Canadians bold enough to bring their A-game to the Shore. By the summer, the cameras were rolling in Kelowna, B.C., capturing every sun-soaked, drama-filled moment of this wild first season.

The original series, JERSEY SHORE, was a pioneering cultural phenomenon that Canadians embraced. It launched the career of several fan-favourite, party-going housemates, including Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino; Paul DelVecchio a.k.a DJ Pauly D; Jenni “JWOWW” Farley; Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi; Sammi “Sweetheart” Giancola; Deanna Cortese; Ronnie Ortiz-Magro; Angelina Pivarnick; and Vinny Guadagnino. Including the new Canadian version, the format has now spawned 18 spin-offs, with recent additions being AUSSIE SHORE and FRENCHIE SHORE.

Paramount+ in Canada is the go-to destination for all seasons of JERSEY SHORE and JERSEY SHORE FAMILY VACATION and is the home to AUSSIE SHORE and ACAPULCO SHORE. And coming to the service in January 2026, fans can binge all their favourite ”Shore” shows including; GEORDIE SHORE (Seasons 1-5) and DOUBLE SHOT AT LOVE (Seasons 1-3) as of Jan 6th, FLORIBAMA SHORE (Seasons 1-4) and BUCKHEAD SHORE (Season 1) as of Jan. 13th and SNOOKIE & JWOWW (Seasons 1-4) beginning Jan. 20th.

About Paramount +

Paramount+ is a premium streaming subscription service delivering live sports, breaking news, and a Mountain of Entertainment™, and is a cornerstone of the Direct-to-Consumer division of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), a leading, next generation global media and entertainment company. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, CBS Sports, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, SHOWTIME®, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com.

Follow @CanadaShore and #CANADASHORE on Instagram and TikTok for the latest news, exclusive content and more. For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com and follow @ParamountPlusCA on social media.

About Insight Productions

Insight Productions, known for its award-winning ratings juggernauts, is Canada’s most established content producer and an industry leader in the development, financing, and production of hit programming. Led by CEO & Chair John Brunton, the company has created some of the most dynamic and top-rated programs including 12 seasons of Big Brother Canada – the most watched reality program across specialty channels in Canada – on which Erin Brock served as showrunner. Other hit programming includes The Amazing Race Canada; original formats Battle of the Blades and The Launch; Top Chef Canada; Stronger Together/Tous Ensemble (the largest multi-platform broadcast and highest viewed non-sporting broadcast in Canadian television history); The JUNO Awards, Canada’s New Year’s Eve: Countdown; and The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration, a live concert special on CBC watched by one in three Canadians. Recent collaborations include a strategic production partnership with Groupe Fair-Play to develop and produce English and French-language programming, The Legacy Awards with The Black Academy and Every Child Matters: Reconciliation Through Education with the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. Insight Productions was founded in 1979 and has since created thousands of hours of ground-breaking content. For more information, please visit InsightTV.com, @insightprod on X, and Facebook.

#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “DUST BUNNY”

tiff50 selection DUST BUNNY arrives in theatres December 12, 2025 via Cineplex Pictures.

Directed by: Bryan Fuller
Produced by: Bryan Fuller, Erica Lee, Basil Iwanyk
Cast: Mads Mikkelsen, David Dastmalchian, Sigourney Weaver
Synopsis: In visionary creator Bryan Fuller’s (Hannibal, Pushing Daisies) fantastical and wickedly inventive feature directorial debut Dust Bunny, a 10-year-old girl joins forces with her hitman neighbor to confront each other’s monsters.

Ten-year-old Aurora has a mysterious neighbor (Mads Mikkelsen) who kills real-life monsters; he’s a hitman for hire. So, when Aurora needs help killing the monster that she believes ate her entire family, she procures his services. Suspecting that Aurora’s parents may have fallen victim assassins gunning for him, the neighbor guiltily takes the job. To protect her, he’ll need to battle an onslaught of assassins and accept that some monsters are real.

About Cineplex Pictures
Cineplex Pictures, a division of Cineplex, is a distributor of a wide range of films. Recent titles include The Long Walk, Ballerina, Flight Risk, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, The Strangers: Chapter 1, The Queen of My Dreams, The Boy and the Heron, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, SAW X, and John Wick: Chapter 4.

#SPOTTED: ADVENTURES AT THE SHEIN HAULIDAY MARKET NEW YORK CITY 2025

SHEIN quickly has become our style go-to and the more I mention it, more and more friends are coming out to express similar adoration of the brand!

Candidly speaking, since embracing the fashion giant a year ago, we have never heard more compliments about our looks, especially at tiff50, where every single outfit we wore was SHEIN! We can confirm a few celebrities gave us a thumbs up throughout various events we attended.

We love SHEIN’s quick straight-to-home delivery, the fashion-forward styles, the brilliant colour palettes, and agreeable price points. Being someone of unconventional measurements, I have found a literal godsend in the online retailer, offering diversity in sizing. It is liberating and revolutionary. I love that they have an extensive selection of pet clothing (I’m always looking for new looks for beanie!), plus houseware, gadgets and lifestyle products as well. I’ve bought my mom a few pieces here as well, and being a seamstress by trade, she can vouch for the quality of manufacturing.

Did you know SHEIN also offer bi-weekly financing of your purchases? You can breath easier this Hauliday season, staggering your payments!

We are proud to be an ambassador of the brand, And did you kmow that as of 2025, 37% of Canadians surveyed have shopped at SHEIN?

beanie and I were delighted to visit their Hauliday Market Popup, which took place a few weeks back in New York City’s Meatpacking District. The event brought out our festive spirit early with its cute activations, sweets, cocktails, and mocktails. In addition to getting a glimpse of SHEIN’S winter collections for Women, Men, Kids, and Teens. The highlights were their collaboration with reality TV queen JWoww, who not only graced us with her presence, but brought along her fanily and fellow Jersey Shore alumni, including Mike “The Situation Sorrentino, and Angelina Pivernick! Also showing support were Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Whitney Rose, and Gia Giuduce (Real Housewives of New Jersey, daughter of Teresa). That was a lot of surprise starpower! Here we were, thinking we were simply going to look at clothing!

We were “wowed” by the JWoww collection’s sophisticated, yet accessible aesthetic. And we were floored by the SHEIN BAE collection, which is highlighted by daring silhouettes for the bold, confident woman. We saw lots of shimmer and sparkle, and we wouldn’t have it any way but!

See JWoww’s collaboration with SHEIN here.

Highlights from the SHEIN Hauliday Market:

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Some more highlights from our NYC Hauliday with SHEIN!

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beanie and I cease every moment. Always!

Visit SHEIN.COM for your own little Hauliday haul, and don’t forget to check-out their Black Friday Super Sale with big markdowns on hot items!

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#FIRSTLOOK: WINTERFEST AT HARBOURFRONT CENTRE 2025

Harbourfront Centre invites you to welcome the season with Winterfest at Harbourfront Centre, a campus-wide celebration transforming the waterfront into a vibrant winter playground. From enchanting live arts experiences and family pantomimes to fire-and-ice circus performances, social dance nights, comedy, festive workshops, and even singing sheep, Winterfest brings together the spirit of community, creativity, and play. 

On November 28, 2025 the Harbourfront Centre’s expanded rink will be open to the public, alongside two attractions: the Harbourfront Express and the Winter Wooden Maze. This marks the first major milestone in a multi-year recreational partnership with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities (Jumpstart), expanding access to barrier-free community recreation for youth and families on Toronto’s waterfront.

EVENT:

Winterfest at Harbourfront Centre Tree Lighting Ceremony

DATE:

Friday, November 28, 2025

TIME:

Tree Lighting at 7:00 p.m.

LOCATION:

Harbourfront Centre Public Square

Winterfest at Harbourfront Centre 2025 transforms Toronto’s waterfront into a vibrant winter playground, inviting visitors to experience the magic of the season across our full campus. With live arts experiences, family pantomimes, fire-and-ice circus performances, social dance nights, comedy, hands-on workshops and even singing sheep, the festival celebrates community, creativity and play.

This year, the festival stretches across both the East and West campus, blending indoor and outdoor programming for families, arts lovers, skaters and holiday explorers. Central to the experience is skating on our newly expanded Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities Rink, which anchors the season with more space, more access and more opportunities for people to gather on the water.

Everything builds toward a New Year’s Eve finale with fireworks supported by the City of Toronto, along with a live CBC broadcast to ring in 2026.

Programming Overview

Winterfest offers free campus-wide admission, with select performances available by ticket. Visitors can explore indoor and outdoor programming designed for families, arts lovers, skaters, and holiday seekers.

Campus Experiences

Winter Maze
Harbourfront Express train ride
Light tunnel and campus lighting
Seasonal décor and festive installations
Hot chocolate and winter treats
Outdoor skating on the expanded rink (free access)
DJ Skate Nights (Saturdays)
New Year’s Eve celebration with live music and fireworks
Live Performances and Entertainment

Steven Taetz
The Baker Street Victorian Carollers
Amanda Martinez (Spanish Christmas carols)
The Arsenals: Happy Ska’lidays
The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir
Roving performers and musical pop-ups across campus
Winter Solstice storytelling by the fire
Theatre, Comedy, and Cabaret

Torrent Productions: Jack and the Beans Talk – A Merry Magical Pantomime
Trixx and Friends Comedy Night
The Naughty List Holiday Drag and Cabaret (18+)
Workshops, Markets, and Creative Programming

Skate by the Lake (November 28 to March 1)
Adaptive skate options
The Holiday Hop: Social Dance Series
Arts & Culture Highlights

Ticketed theatre and dance programming
Seasonal performances across music, comedy, and multi-arts
Programming designed to bring warmth and connection to the winter season
Campus Activations and Outdoor Experiences

Winter Maze
Harbourfront Express Train
Light Tunnel
Vendor Lane
Hot chocolate trailers
Holiday Tree Warming Zone
Food, Beverage, and Market Vendors

A curated lineup of seasonal vendors will animate the campus, including:

WVRST
Sweetie Pie
Jacket Potatoes
Panchos Bakery
High on Chai
Craft & Design Holiday Market (Dec 6–7)

Harbourfront Centre’s renowned Artists-in-Residence present a curated marketplace featuring:

Jewellery, ceramics, home décor, textiles, and locally crafted gifts
More than fifteen emerging artists, including:
Emma Bickers
Keenan O’Toole
Khadija Aziz
Tracey-Mae Chambers
Jiho Choi
Ellinor Nelson-Hachey
And more
This market celebrates the Centre’s 51-year legacy as a national leader in craft and design.

Winterfest 2025 is made possible through the support of our partners, artists, staff, volunteers, and the broader community who help bring the waterfront to life each season. With expanded skating, creative programming, family experiences, and a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration, the festival offers something for every visitor. Harbourfront Centre welcomes everyone to join us this winter and be part of a vibrant, inclusive community celebration.

ABOUT HARBOURFRONT CENTRE

Harbourfront Centre is Toronto’s waterfront community campus for arts, culture, learning, and recreation. Spanning a 10-acre campus at the heart of Toronto’s central waterfront, it is a registered, charitable not-for-profit cultural organization that offers year-round programs and events accessible to all audiences. Whether hailing from across the street or around the globe, Harbourfront Centre offers memorable and meaningful experiences for all who visit.

As a legacy institution serving Toronto for more than 50 years, Harbourfront Centre is uniquely positioned at the intersection of creativity and community. We are still here, a place where artists, audiences, and ideas converge. Our prime location offers a rare expanse of green space in the downtown core, with multiple outdoor venues along a natural waterfront setting. There is no other space like it in the city.

As a non-profit, Harbourfront Centre is committed to cultural and community engagement. Much of programming is free, helping ensure that arts, culture and recreation remain inclusive and accessible to all. With public funding from the City of Toronto, the Government of Ontario, and the Government of Canada, we serve as a vital cultural and economic driver. We are a hub for Canadian creativity, innovation, and identity.

Each year, we welcome more than 6.3 million visitors and present over 500 performances and exhibitions. We showcase the work of 1,900 artists annually, more than 1,500 of whom are Canadian, across our theatres, galleries, outdoor stages, studios, and public spaces.

We invest over 1 million dollars annually in artist fees, providing essential support to Canadian creators and makers. Our Artist-in-Residency program at the Craft & Design Studio is the only one of its kind in Canada, offering a platform that cannot be found elsewhere in the country. Together with our Performing Arts residencies, we provide mentorship, studio space, and development opportunities for emerging and mid-career artists.

Our world-class multicultural festivals span the globe, from the Middle East to Asia, Africa to Europe, and across the Americas. We are proud to be a welcoming home for new immigrants, where every community can find a piece of home through art, food, and culture. Especially now, as conversations around global migration intensify, we remain committed to creating space for belonging, dialogue, and joy.

Open seven days a week, fifty-two weeks a year, Harbourfront Centre is a year-round space for connection, collaboration, and celebration.

Learn more at www.harbourfrontcentre.com

#FOOD: STARBUCKS CANADA BRING BACK EGGNOG AND CHESTNUT PRALINE LATTES | YORKDALE ENCHANTED EVERGREEN WALK

After a four-year hiatus, the Eggnog Latte, Starbucks first-ever holiday beverage, is back for the season to the delight of eggnog fans everywhere:

Thanks to a reimagined recipe for 2025, Canadians can enjoy their eggnog made with free-run Canadian eggs!

The team re-created the Starbucks holiday classic with rich steamed eggnog, made with free-run Canadian eggs, and Starbucks signature espresso, topped with creamy foam and a dusting of ground nutmeg for the perfect finish. Also available as an iced beverage.

“This year, we’re excited to work with Lactalis in Canada to use free-run eggs in our Eggnog Latte,” says Jamie Reddekopp, Director of Product at Starbucks Canada. “The goal was to blend this comforting flavour with the quality and craft of Starbucks beverages, using real ingredients that meet our ethical sourcing and animal welfare guidelines for Canada.”

Also returning this season is another holiday staple, the Chestnut Praline Latte:

First introduced in 2014, the beverage was inspired by the sweet aroma of roasted chestnuts in the air at European Christmas markets, making it the perfect complement to rich molasses and bold, caramelly sweetness of Starbucks signature espresso.

The beloved beverage features steamed milk and espresso with flavours of caramelized chestnuts, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chestnut praline topping, available both hot and iced. The menu also includes a festive twist on the holiday classic with new Chestnut Praline Cold Foam and Chestnut Praline Protein Cold Foam.

Both lattes are back December 2, 2025 while quantities last!

If you’re in the Toronto area, you must check-out Starbucks Canada and Yorkdale‘s ENCHANTED EVERGREEN WALK on now, between the Nike and Zara stores!

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#FOOD: RUDY ANNOUNCE LIMITED RUN “THE HOLLY JOLLY VALENTINO”

Canada’s beloved independent cheeseburger chain, is getting into the holiday spirit with a new, limited edition menu item that reimagines a fan favorite: The Holly Jolly Valentino.

The new seasonal sandwich is a festive remix of their popular Valentino Chicken Sandwich, loaded with holiday flavours. The star of the show remains RUDY’s delicious pickle-brined chicken, coated in a proprietary blend of top-secret herbs and spices. Fried to crispy, golden-brown perfection and stacked on a soft potato bun with a medley of festive fixings: fried onions, savory sage stuffing, and plenty of tart & tangy cranberry sauce.

“We were inspired by our favourite Christmas movies,” says owner Luke McCann, of the R&D phase which began in August. “The Holly Jolly Valentino is pure comfort food. It’s Christmas dinner you can hold in your hand.”

Details:
Limited Run: December 1-24th, 2025

Available at all 11 RUDY locations (soon to be 12) across Ontario

A preview:

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About RUDY:

RUDY is an independent cheeseburger company founded in 2016 on College Street by two childhood friends. Known for its old school approach to fast food, RUDY now serves its signature griddle cheeseburgers, and the famous Valentino fried chicken sandwich, across 11 locations throughout Ontario – with a location in St Catharines expected to open before the holidays.

#FIRSTLOOK: PRIME VIDEO CANADA PRESENT BLACK FRIDAY FOOTBALL GAME

Prime Video in Canada will present the Black Friday Football game on November 28, 2025 between the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles. On October 22, Amazon and the NFL announced that the Black Friday game would be presented to a worldwide audience, marking the first NFL game to stream globally on Prime Video, although broadcast rights in Canada were not included at that time. With those rights now secure, Prime Video will stream in both English and French in Canada at 3:00 p.m. ET, with no subscription or Prime membership required.

The global presentation of Black Friday Football on Prime Video features several advanced features that enhance NFL coverage on Prime Video, including Rapid Recap, High Definition-HDR video, and Next Gen Stats powered by AWS.

Ahead of the Black Friday Football game at 9:00 a.m. ET, Prime Video will broadcast the return of “The Skins Game,” featuring the PGA TOUR’s Tommy Fleetwood, Shane Lowry, Xander Schauffele and Keegan Bradley from Panther National in South Florida. Prime Video will then transition to South Philadelphia, when Black Friday Football’s pregame coverage commences at 2:45 p.m. ET from Lincoln Financial Field, prior to the Bears vs. Eagles kickoff at 3:00 p.m. ET.

The complete November 28 lineup of Black Friday Sports on Prime Video (All Times Eastern / ET):

9:00 a.m.: PGA TOUR’s “The Skins Game”

2:45 p.m.: Black Friday Football Pregame

3:00 p.m.: Black Friday Football: Chicago Bears at Philadelphia Eagles

TBD p.m.: Black Friday Football Postgame (immediately following the game)

About Prime Video Sports
Prime Video supports a growing lineup of live sports globally, including the NBA; Thursday Night Football, NASCAR, the New York Yankees, Seattle Kraken, and Overtime Elite in the United States; Premier Boxing Champions in the United States, United Kingdom and Canada; the NWSL, the WNBA, and ONE Championship in the United States and Canada; NHL Prime Monday Night Hockey and PWHL in Canada; UEFA Champions League football in Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and Ireland; Roland-Garros in France; Wimbledon in Germany and Austria; Premier League in Sweden and Denmark; New Zealand Cricket in India; ICC Cricket in Australia; Copa do Brasil football, Serie A football and the NBA in Brazil; boxing and the 2023 World Baseball Classic in Japan; and Chivas in Mexico. While availability varies by marketplace, fans can also subscribe to streaming services such as FanDuel Sports Network, Eurosport, FOX Sports (Mexico), Viaplay Sport, MLB.TV, NBA League Pass, NBA TV, DAZN (Germany and Spain), and Premiere FC (Brazil) through Prime Video subscriptions. This is in addition to a selection of Amazon Original documentaries including Kelce, Bye Bye Barry, and Earnhardt.

#HORSERACING: WOODBINE CARES HORSEPOWER FUND LAUNCH

Woodbine Entertainment is proud to announce the launch of the Woodbine Cares Horsepower Fund, a new grant program designed to support charities and not-for-profit organizations that champion horse welfare and strengthen the bond between horses and people.

Through the Horsepower Fund, local registered charities and not-for-profits across Ontario can apply for micro-grants of up to $5,000. These grants are intended to fuel initiatives that help people connect with horses through education, hands-on care, or innovative programs that highlight the extraordinary role horses play in our lives and in the racing community.

Eligibility

Applicants to the Horsepower Fund must:

-Be a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or a registered not-for-profit.
-Be located within the local communities surrounding Woodbine Racetrack or Woodbine Mohawk Park.
-Demonstrate a clear focus on equine welfare.
-Provide evidence of strong fiscal management and governance practices (audited statements may be required).
-Have submitted final reports from previous years if a prior recipient.

Eligible charities can apply online here: https://form.jotform.com/251273988732266 ​

How to Play with Smart Tactics for New Players | A Guide by GameZone

Tongits: how to play is a common question among new card players, and for good reason. 

Tongits has simple rules on the surface, yet first-time players often feel overwhelmed by the number of decisions required in a single round. 

This guide is built to make learning easier. It explains key steps, gameplay flow, scoring, and essential fundamentals beginners need to understand before joining a real match.

Tongits remains one of the most popular Filipino card games because it rewards observation, planning, and timing. 

While the game is friendly and social, it also teaches players how to assess risk and improve their decision-making. 

By learning the basics early, beginners can avoid common pitfalls and enjoy clearer and more structured gameplay.

Understanding the Basics

Tongits uses a standard 52-card deck and is played by two or three players. 

Anyone learning Tongits: how to play should start by recognizing the minimal setup required: only a deck, a table or flat surface, and players ready to take turns. 

Some groups add Jokers to increase unpredictability. When used, Jokers act as wildcards, helping complete trios or straights.

Objective of the Game

The primary goal is to reduce “deadwood.” Deadwood refers to any card not included in a valid meld. A meld is either a trio or a straight:

• A trio consists of three cards of the same rank.
• A straight contains three or more consecutive cards of the same suit.

A round usually ends when someone calls Tongits, calls a draw, or a challenge interrupts the draw call. 

As long as you understand that lowering deadwood determines who wins, the broader rules become easier to follow.

Core Actions in Every Turn

To understand Tongits: how to play, it helps to look at each turn as a repeated cycle: draw, form, add, and discard. These four steps guide every move.

1. Drawing a Card

Each turn begins by selecting a card. A player may draw from the face-down pile or pick up the top discarded card if it suits their strategy.

2. Forming Melds

Whenever a drawn card completes a trio or a straight, players can lay the meld down. Melds reduce deadwood and reveal part of a player’s direction. 

Although exposing melds offers clues to opponents, it also protects the player during counting phases.

3. Adding to Melds

Players can add cards to existing melds at the table. This includes their own melds and the melds placed by other players. 

Adding is one of the best ways to reduce deadwood quickly. For example, if a straight of 4, 5, and 6 of a suit is on the table and you hold the 7, you may place it there as an extension.

4. Discarding a Card

A turn ends by discarding one card. Discarding is more strategic than beginners often expect. A single mistimed discard may complete an opponent’s meld or help them call Tongits.

Ending a Round

When studying Tongits: how to play, the endgame structure is essential. Tongits rounds end in three ways:

Calling Tongits

A player can call Tongits by emptying their hand. This can happen by forming melds or adding all remaining cards to existing melds.

Entering a Draw Phase

If the draw pile runs out, all players reveal their cards and calculate deadwood. The player with the lowest total wins.

A Sapaw Challenge

A draw call may be challenged through Sapaw. When challenged, opponents show how they can continue reducing deadwood by adding or melding. If successful, the draw is canceled and the round continues.

Scoring Structure

Different families and regions use slightly different point systems, but most scoring rules follow the same foundations. 

Understanding these foundations helps any new player navigate Tongits: how to play more confidently.

• Aces count as 1 point
• Number cards follow their face value
• Face cards (J, Q, K) are each worth 10 points

Once all deadwood is counted, the lowest total wins. Although scoring variations exist, they follow the same pattern: lower points always indicate a stronger finishing hand.

Beginner Tips for Learning Tongits: how to play Effectively

A new player often feels rushed during their first few rounds. The game moves quickly, and beginners try to memorize patterns instead of understanding core principles. 

These educational tips build a stronger foundation.

Track Discarded Cards

One of the simplest ways to improve is by observing the discard pile. It reveals which suits and ranks opponents may be collecting. 

Watching discarded cards also helps prevent giving away the perfect card for someone else’s straight.

Avoid Fast Discards

New players often discard cards too quickly. This habit leads to missed opportunities. Instead of throwing away cards the moment you draw, evaluate your hand. Many winning strategies rely on quiet patience.

Hide Your Strategy When Needed

Forming melds early is helpful, but there are rounds where waiting is smarter. Revealing melds too early exposes your direction. If your hand has potential combinations, it can be useful to wait until you have formed a stronger set.

Reduce High Deadwood Early

High cards carry heavy penalties during counting phases. Unless they contribute to an almost-complete straight, discard Kings, Queens, and Jacks early. 

Reducing deadwood is one of the core educational principles behind learning Tongits: how to play effectively.

Use Sapaw When Possible

Sapaw exists to keep players honest. If someone calls a draw but you can still reduce your deadwood, challenge it. Sapaw prevents premature endings and may lead to surprising turnarounds.

Why Tongits Remains Popular in Filipino Culture

Tongits thrives in Filipino homes and gatherings because it blends skill, observation, and possibility. It teaches players to analyze choices and read subtle patterns. 

The mix of luck and control makes it accessible for beginners while still rewarding deeper study.

The rise of online Tongits platforms has also helped sustain interest. Digital versions automatically track scoring, enforce rules, and allow players to compete any time. 

Many online platforms introduce rankings and tournaments, adding an educational and competitive layer for those learning Tongits: how to play at a deeper level.

Common Mistakes New Players Should Avoid

Mistakes are typical among beginners, but most are preventable with awareness.

Holding Too Many High Cards

High-value cards become liabilities during draws. Without clear combinations, they inflate your deadwood.

Ignoring Other Players’ Melds

Melds reveal patterns. They show which suits or ranks opponents may rely on. Understanding this helps avoid helpful discards.

Calling a Draw Too Early

A draw can seem like an escape from a difficult hand, but calling too soon invites challenges. If an opponent can reduce their deadwood during Sapaw, they can overturn your attempt.

Forgetting to Add to Others’ Melds

Some beginners hesitate to add to opponents’ melds, assuming it benefits the opponent. However, adding reduces your total points and strengthens your endgame safety.

Final Thoughts

Learning Tongits: how to play does not require mastery from the very beginning. It starts with understanding basic rules, practicing observation, and learning how each decision shapes the final outcome. 

As with all traditional games, consistency leads to improvement. Beginners who focus on clear fundamentals find themselves growing more confident in every round.

Author’s Bio

Doreen Barnachea is a Filipino content writer with over six years of experience crafting content on a wide variety of subjects. She has mastered storytelling, drawing inspiration from a myriad of things—coffee, folklore, freediving spots, and why tennis balls are green (or yellow).

Ms. Barnachea currently writes for GameZone and divides her time between Quezon City and Taguig. When not writing, she enjoys reading, doing arts and crafts, and free diving.

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