FAN EXPO Canada is excited to unveil the official schedule for 2025 and programming for a four day celebration packed with long-awaited reunions, nostalgia filled moments, brand-new product launches, limited edition merch, must-see activations over 400,000 sq. ft. of unique shopping and surprises around every corner.

From August 21 to 24, 2025, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre North and South buildings will transform into the ultimate fan destination. Whether you are a fan of cosplay, fantasy, sci-fi, comics horror, gaming, or anime, this year’s event is brimming with something for everyone.

The show floor will be buzzing with can’t-miss programming, from a full-scale free-play Retroware Arcade and the return of Idolfest—featuring powerhouse J-pop groups Kamen Joshi (from Japan) and Non Sweet (from Vancouver)—to blockbuster events like Comics Xplosion, Jim Lee Live on Stage, and the stars of Netflix’s Wednesday who will make a stop on The Doom Tour for a delightfully dreadful panel. Fans can also travel back in time with An Evening with Marty and Doc: Celebrating 40 Years with Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd, experience the force of Ewan McGregor Live, or roll the dice at D&D Live Play Nights: Legends of Gaming where an epic tale unfolds each evening of the show. Adding even more sparkle, Level Up! A Drag Spectacular, hosted by Bear Sailor Moon, brings fandom and performance together, while the Masters of Cosplay: Maple Leaf Qualifier showcases some of the best costumes in the country.

Fans can also dive into an array of interactive brand activations that bring some of the biggest names in entertainment and gaming to life. The Bell Esports Challenge returns with live in-person finals and $60,000 CAD in prizing, while Cineplex Pictures invites attendees to step inside the illusion with a Now You See Me: Now You Don’t photo op and immersive experience. At the Disney+ Throwback Experience, fans can relive the best of the ’90s and 2000s before venturing into the worlds of Alien: Earth and Percy Jackson. eBay Canada celebrates its 25th anniversary with collectibles, curated finds, and custom trading cards, while the LEGO® booth offers massive builds, giveaways, and the newly-revealed LEGO® Game Boy™ set. MGA’s Miniverse™ Make It Mini Experience returns with playful surprises, and Paramount+’s Adventure to the Peak transports fans through Yellowstone, SpongeBob, Dexter, and beyond in a 4D journey. Horror lovers can test their courage in The Conjuring: Last Rites – Reflections of Evil, a pulse-pounding mirror maze, while fans of Wednesday can explore the Alone Zone – a space for people who loathe people. Nostalgia takes center stage with Retrokid, bringing Canadian childhood favourites back in style, and the TRON Lightcycle offers a high-speed ride through futuristic Canadian cityscapes.

This year’s FAN EXPO Canada also boasts an exciting lineup of celebrity guests, including stars of TV, film, theatre, animation, comics and gaming, such as Hailee Steinfeld (Hawkeye, Sinners), William Shatner (Star Trek), Mary Steenburgen (Back to the Future Part III, Stepbrothers, Elf), Tom Welling (Smallville), Mike Tyson (Boxing Legend, The Hangover), Dafne Keen (Deadpool & Wolverine), John Boyega (Star Wars), Mason Thames (How to Train Your Dragon, The Black Phone 1 & 2), Brandon Routh (Superman Returns, Legends of Tomorrow), Tyler Hoechlin (Superman & Lois, Teen Wolf), Juliette Lewis (Natural Born Killers, Yellowjackets), Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville), Catherine Tate (Doctor Who), Heather Locklear (Spin City, Melrose Place), Sting (Wrestling Superstar), Trish Stratus (Wrestling Superstar), Peggy The Dog (Deadpool & Wolverine), Dante Basco (Avatar: The Last Airbender), Hudson Thames (Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, What If…?), Richard Horvitz (Helluva Boss), Jack De Sena (Avatar: The Last Airbender), Alex Brightman (Hazbin Hotel, Helluva Boss), and many more!

Programming highlights for FAN EXPO Canada 2025 include:

An Evening with Marty and Doc, Celebrating 40 Years!
Friday, August 22 at 7:00 PM
Celebrate 40 years of Back to the Future at FAN EXPO Canada with the legendary Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd. With various once-in-a-lifetime packages for this iconic cast reunion, there’s something for everyone.

Ewan McGregor LIVE
Saturday, August 23 at 6:00 PM
The legendary Ewan McGregor is headed to FAN EXPO Canada. Photo ops, autographs, Ewan McGregor Live, and The Ultimate Ewan McGregor Package are available now.

Smallville Nights
Saturday, August 23 at 7:00 PM
Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum are bringing Smallville to life like never before at FAN EXPO Canada. From reading iconic scenes to directing fans in unforgettable moments, this one-night-only event promises laughter, nostalgia, and a few surprises. Attendees will leave with a special keepsake, and a lucky few will win prizes straight from Tom and Michael’s collection. Don’t miss your chance to join the fun, relive the drama, and witness the ultimate Smallville throwback.

Jim Lee: Live on Stage
Saturday, August 23 at 3:00 PM
Comic book royalty is heading to FAN EXPO Canada. Don’t miss your chance to snag exclusive autographs and sketch experiences with Jim Lee.

Comics Xplosion
Saturday, August 23 at 7:30 PM | The Rec Room
Get ready for the ultimate after-hours showdown at Comics Xplosion. Watch artists go head-to-head and paint masterpieces live before your eyes. A DJ sets the vibe while a moderator gives you a front-row seat to fresh styles and bold creativity. When the paint settles, seize your chance to own a one-of-a-kind piece through a live auction. So if you’re looking for unforgettable entertainment, this is the place to be. Admission is included with your FAN EXPO Canada 2025 badge.

D&D Live Play Nights: Legends of Gaming – unfold four epic tales at FAN EXPO Canada featuring Damien Haas, Omid Abtahi, Faye Mata, and more. Get set for musicals, magic, necromancy and more.

Level UP! A Drag Spectacular
Friday, August 22 at 6:00 PM
It’s giving power-up, it’s giving cosplay fantasy, it’s giving everything.The FAN EXPO Drag Show returns with a leveled-up lineup: Baby Bel Bel, Devine Darling, and the unforgettable Bear Sailor Moon hosting it all. Get ready for a night where sequins collide with fandom, the energy is fierce, and every performance brings the house down. Your badge gets you in—bring the cheers and tip your queens.

Fan Fave Cosplays
Get ready to show off your cosplay. With events like the Cosplay Red Carpet and Cosplay Competitions, you can flaunt your look, have photos taken, and compete for cosplay glory. If you’re not cosplaying at the show, come take a look at what fellow fans have created and snap some awesome pics.

CODE 8
The team behind Code 8 is back – and this time, they’re flipping the script. Robbie Amell is joined by director Jeff Chan, writer/producer Chris Paré, and a panel moderator to unveil Code 8: Tales of Lincoln City, Vol 1, a brand-new graphic novel exploring the untold origin story of Connor Reed and Lincoln City. Be among the first to see this thrilling expansion of the Code 8 universe. Don’t miss this exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation on bringing Code 8 to life in graphic novel form.

BRAND ACTIVATIONS

Highlights include:

Bell Esports Challenge
The Bell Esports Challenge is back. This tournament series is designed to develop the amateur Esports community by providing opportunities for players to compete at the next level. Live, in-person finals will be held at FAN EXPO Canada where competitors will be able to compete for $60,000 CAD in prizing.

Cineplex Pictures Presents – Now You See Me: Now You Don’t
Cineplex Pictures invites you to step into the illusion at this year’s FAN EXPO Canada. Inspired by the upcoming release of Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, the booth features an exclusive photo op and immersive experience that puts you inside the world of the Four Horsemen. Stop by, take a pic, and don’t miss the chance to win fun prizes!

The Conjuring: Last Rites – Reflections of Evil
To celebrate the theatrical release of The Conjuring: Last Rites, you’re invited to enter Reflections of Evil, a 60-foot pulse-pounding mirror maze inspired by the thrilling new chapter in the iconic Conjuring cinematic universe. Before winding your way through shadowy corridors filled with sinister reflections, you’ll receive a blessing by a priest to protect you from the evil forces lurking within. Fans that survive the maze can celebrate their courage with a commemorative photo and exclusive keepsake. Don’t miss Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson reunite for one last case as real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren in The Conjuring: Last Rites — only in theatres September 5

Disney+ Throwback Experience
Explore the Disney+ Throwback Experience with totally rad elements from the best of the ’90s & 2000s. Then leave those decades behind as you enter the highly classified wreckage site of the USCSS Maginot from Alien: Earth and see through the mist at the Percy Jackson Experience.

eBay Canada’s Home of Collectibles
eBay Canada is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and will be marking this milestone at Fan Expo with a slate of games, prizes and interactive experiences. eBay’s booth highlights nostalgic and modern fandoms, alongside trending collectibles fans can find on eBay.ca. Event attendees can also create a personalized, custom trading card at the eBay booth – eBay is the largest global online marketplace for trading cards – and can shop unique finds curated by eBay sellers Parthava Coin and Back to Back Games.

LEGO®
Step into the ultimate fan destination at the LEGO® booth. From epic Minecraft® and Fortnite® builds to jaw-dropping Super Mario™, Wicked and Wolverine models, you’ll find fandom, built brick-by-brick. Plus see the just-revealed LEGO® Game Boy™ set, take home a make and take build, score giveaways, and so much more!

MGA’s Miniverse
MGA’s Minverse™ Make It Mini Experience returns to FAN EXPO Canada. See what’s new and spin the wheel to see which Miniverse you’ll create. Visit booth 420 and Make It Mini!

Paramount+’s Adventure to the Peak
Take your FAN EXPO Canada experience to new heights at Paramount+’s Adventure to the Peak, an immersive 4D experience guided by our very own Goat through the worlds of Yellowstone, SpongeBob, Dexter, and more! Catch your ride at Booth 1442.

Wednesday: The Doom Tour
The Doom Tour continues to Toronto at FAN EXPO Canada. You are summoned to join the stars of Wednesday for a delightfully dreadful panel on Saturday, August 23 at 1:00pm in Theatre 3. Joy Sunday, Georgie Farmer, and Isaac Ordonez will be digging up the details of Season 2 so far and sharing what’s to come in Part 2.

Not enough torture for you? Check out the Wednesday “Alone Zone” – a space for people who loathe people – located at Booth #933 Thursday through Sunday.

Retrokid
Step into a retro-fuelled experience where your childhood TV idols come to life. Whether you grew up in the ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s, or 2000s, there’s a familiar face waiting for you at the Retrokid booth.

Rooted in Canadian childhood memories and fuelled by classic wearable throwbacks, this is nostalgia reimagined. You’ve never seen Retrokid like this.

TRON Lightcycle
The Invasion is here! Don’t miss your chance to ride the TRON Lightcycle and race through iconic Canadian cityscapes. Create a shareable photo or video revealing the hidden “GRID”, slowly taking over the streets behind you, and don’t forget to see Tron: Ares only in theatres, October 10.

For the full programming schedule, visit: fanexpohq.com/fanexpocanada/schedule

For a complete list of programming, guests, info, and tickets, visit: https://fanexpohq.com/fanexpocanada/

EMILY IN PARIS SEASON FIVE PREMIERES DECEMBER 18, 2025 ON NETFLIX!

Today, Netflix revealed first look images from the upcoming highly anticipated fifth season of Emily in Paris as well as a new location reveal this season. Emily will continue her Italian holiday living la dolce vita in Venice. All 10 episodes will premiere on December 18th on Netflix.

Creator Darren Star tells Tudum.com “This season is a Tale of Two Cities. Rome and Paris. Straddling both, Emily takes love and life to the next level.” Visit Tudum.com for more on Emily in Paris.

ABOUT EMILY IN PARIS SEASON 5

All episodes of Emily in Paris Season 5 will premiere on December 18, 2025
Synopsis: Now the head of Agence Grateau Rome, Emily faces professional and romantic challenges as she adapts to life in a new city. But just as everything falls into place, a work idea backfires, and the fallout cascades into heartbreak and career setbacks. Seeking stability, Emily leans into her French lifestyle, until a big secret threatens one of her closest relationships. Tackling conflict with honesty, Emily emerges with deeper connections, renewed clarity, and a readiness to embrace new possibilities.
Creator / Executive Producer / Writer: Darren Star
Executive Producers: Tony Hernandez, Lilly Burns, Andrew Fleming, Stephen Brown, Alison Brown, Robin Schiff, Grant Sloss, Joe Murphy
Starring: Producer Lily Collins (Emily Cooper), Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu (Sylvie Grateau), Ashley Park (Mindy Chen), Lucas Bravo (Gabriel), Samuel Arnold (Julien), Bruno Gouery (Luc), William Abadie (Antoine Lambert), Lucien Laviscount (Alfie), Eugenio Franceschini (Marcello), Thalia Besson (Genevieve), Paul Forman (Nico), Arnaud Binard (Laurent G), Minnie Driver (Princess Jane), Bryan Greenberg (Jake), and Michèle Laroque (Yvette)
Produced by: MTV Entertainment Studios, Darren Star Productions, and Jax Media

MADE | NOUS ambassador George Stroumboulopoulos will conclude his cross-Canada journey at the TIFF Opening Night Gala, John Candy: I Like Me, on September 4, pulling up to the red carpet after a multi-province road trip documenting the Canadian screen stories that MADE us. The TIFF and MADE | NOUS partnership will celebrate Canada’s vibrant screen heritage in front of a global Festival audience.

MADE | NOUS’s ambitious “Stories That MADE Us” campaign launched on July 25 in Vancouver, journeying through cities and small towns in Alberta, Manitoba, Quebec, PEI and Nunavut, among other provinces, before reaching the end of the road in Toronto. After traveling thousands of kilometres by car, boat and plane, and speaking to Canadians at every stop, George will arrive at TIFF’s Opening Night Gala carpet to debut an exclusive first look at the docuseries chronicling his journey. In the days following his arrival, George will continue engaging with festival-goers and Torontonians, offering them a unique opportunity to join the ongoing national conversation.

Québécois comedian and MADE | NOUS ambassador Rosalie Vaillancourt also embarked on a tour across Quebec and the Maritimes, shining a light on French-language Canadian screen stories that reflect and shape francophone culture. Her journey will be featured alongside George’s in the upcoming docuseries.

Created in partnership by the Canada Media Fund, which marks its 15th anniversary this year, and Telefilm Canada, the MADE | NOUS initiative has been spotlighting Canada’s world-class talent in film, television, gaming, and digital entertainment since 2019. Its mission is to redefine how Canadian content is perceived both at home and around the world.

Netflix today debuted the official trailer for the propulsive new limited series, BLACK RABBIT. Starring and executive produced by Jude Law and Jason Bateman, this gripping crime thriller premieres Thursday, September 18, 2025 only on Netflix. This will.be part of TIFF ’25‘s Primetime Programme as well.

From creators Zach Baylin and Kate Susman, Black Rabbit also stars Cleopatra Coleman, Amaka Okafor, Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù and Troy Kotsur, with Abbey Lee, Chris Coy, Dagmara Dominczyk, Forrest Weber, Odessa Young and Robin De Jesus.

ABOUT BLACK RABBIT:
Set against the backdrop of New York City’s high-pressure nightlife scene, Black Rabbit centers around two brothers who learn just how far family, and the pursuit of success, can push them to the edge. Jake Friedkin (Jude Law) is the charismatic owner of The Black Rabbit, a restaurant and VIP lounge, poised to become the hottest spot in New York. But when his brother, Vince (Jason Bateman), returns to the business unexpectedly, trouble soon follows; opening the door to old traumas and new dangers that threaten to bring down everything they’ve built. Black Rabbit is a propulsive thrill ride and character examination about the way an unbreakable bond between two brothers can shatter their world and everything in its orbit.
The series is created and executive produced by Zach Baylin and Kate Susman for Youngblood Pictures. Executive producers include Jason Bateman, Michael Costigan and Roxie Rodriguez for Aggregate Films; Jude Law and Ben Jackson for Riff Raff Entertainment; Bryan Kavanaugh Jones from Automatik; Andrew Hinderaker, Zac Fognowski, Justin Levy, Dave Bernon and Erica Kay.

Series Credits:
Creators: Zach Baylin, Kate Susman
Executive Producers: Jason Bateman, Michael Costigan and Roxie Rodriguez’s Aggregate Films; Jude Law and Ben Jackson’s Riff Raff Entertainment; Zach Baylin and Kate Susman’s Youngblood Pictures; Bryan Kavanaugh Jones from Automatik; Andrew Hinderaker, Zac Fognowski, Justin Levy, Dave Bernon and Erica Kay
Cast: Bateman, Law, Cleopatra Coleman, Amaka Okafor, Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Troy Kotsur, Abbey Lee, Chris Coy, Dagmara Dominczyk, Odessa Young and Robin De Jesus, with Amir Malaklou, Don Harvey, Forrest Weber, Francis Benhamou , Gus Birney, John Ales and Steve Witting.
Directors: Jason Bateman (101, 102), Laura Linney (103, 104), Ben Semanoff (105, 106), Justin Kurzel (107,108)
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CBC today announced streaming and broadcast premiere dates for its fall 2025 slate of new and returning programming on CBC Gem and CBC TV, including more than 30 original series and specials from Canadian creators, producers, and storytellers reflecting people, places and perspectives from across the country. The first episode of all series will be available to stream on CBC Gem starting at 9 a.m. ET on their premiere dates noted below with a new episode available weekly at the same time, unless otherwise specified. CBC TV local broadcast times are noted in parentheses (for Newfoundland and Labrador, please add half an hour to all times).

New Canadian Original Series

• LOCALS WELCOME *New Factual Series* (10×30) – Premieres Sunday, October 5 (9 p.m.)

LOCALS WELCOME is a celebration of the lesser-known food places that make up the fabric of Canada’s rich and diverse communities. Hosted by food writer Suresh Doss, the series puts food back where it belongs: in a take-out container. Outside a strip mall. On the hood of a parked car. From his home base of Scarborough, Suresh will zig zag across Toronto, explore Montreal and even journey to Richmond, BC – all in service of helping Canadians understand the fascinating and transformative power of the foods that connect us all. Featured special guests include Matty Matheson, Ann Pornel and David Schwartz.

• THE ASSEMBLY *New Factual Series* (6×30 on CBC Gem, 3×60 on CBC TV) – Premieres Thursday, November 6 (9 p.m.)

In each episode of this unique entertainment series based on the hit international format, one of Canada’s most popular celebrities and public figures faces a group of 30 atypical interviewers, all on the autism spectrum. Featured celebrity guests include Jann Arden, Allan Hawco, Howie Mandel, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, with more to be announced. 

Returning Series

• CORONATION STREET – ongoing (weekdays at 7 p.m.; Fridays at 7:30 p.m.)

• THIS HOUR HAS 22 MINUTES (21×30) *Season 33* – Premieres Tuesday, September 16 (8 p.m.)
• JUST FOR LAUGHS GAGS (11×30) – Premieres Tuesday, September 16 (8:30 p.m.)
• THE NEW WAVE OF STANDUP *Season 6* (4×30) – Premieres Tuesday, September 16 at 9:30 p.m. on CBC TV (all episodes available beginning Friday, August 29 on CBC Gem)
• THE PASSIONATE EYE (9×60 + 1×120) – Premieres Wednesday, September 17 (8 p.m., 9 p.m. beginning September 24)

THE PASSIONATE EYE returns with a new season of thought-provoking original documentaries, beginning with LILITH FAIR: BUILDING A MYSTERY, telling the story of and challenges faced by the groundbreaking music festival started by iconic Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan and her team in the late 1990s.

• DRAGONS’ DEN *Season 20* (12×60) – Premieres Thursday, September 25 (8 p.m.)

In this milestone 20th anniversary season, DRAGONS’ DEN welcomes Celebrity Guest Dragon, Drew Scott, Property Brother and Co-Founder of Scott Brothers Global, and revisits some of the most memorable deals from the past two decades, spotlighting exciting new innovations and sharing stories from entrepreneurs that represent the best of Canada. 

• PLAN B *Season 3* (6×60) – Premieres Thursday, September 25 at 9 p.m. on CBC TV (streaming now on CBC Gem)

• HEARTLAND *Season 19* (10×60) – Premieres Sunday, October 5 (7 p.m.)
• THE GREAT CANADIAN BAKING SHOW *Season 9* (8×60) – Premieres Sunday, October 5 (8 p.m.)
• FAMILY FEUD CANADA – (64×30) *Season 7* – Premieres Monday, October 6 (7:30 p.m.), airing four nights a week, Monday to Thursday

• MURDOCH MYSTERIES *Season 19* (21×60) – Premieres Monday, October 6 (8 p.m.)
• THE NATURE OF THINGS *Season 65* (14×60) – Premieres Wednesday, October 29 (8 p.m.)
• FOR THE CULTURE WITH AMANDA PARRIS *Season 2* (6×60) – All episodes available beginning  November 28 on CBC Gem

CBC News 

• ABOUT THAT WITH ANDREW CHANG (11×30) – Premieres Friday, September 19 at 8:30 p.m. on CBC TV (Available weekday mornings on CBC Gem and the CBC News streaming channel)

• MARKETPLACE *Season 53* (15×30) – Premieres Friday, September 26 (8 p.m.) 
• THE FIFTH ESTATE *Season 51* (14×60) – Premieres Friday, October 10 (9 p.m.)
• THE NATIONAL – ongoing (live at 10 p.m. weekdays and Sundays on CBC TV and CBC Gem) 

CBC’s flagship national newscast with Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault (Monday – Thursday), guest hosts on Friday and Ian Hanomansing on Sunday.  

• CBC MORNING LIVE WITH HEATHER HISCOX (Weekday mornings on CBC News Network) 

After 20 years of bringing Canadians the news they need as they start their day, on November 6 Heather Hiscox bids farewell in front of a live audience at the CBC Broadcast Centre in Toronto. More details to be announced soon. 

• POWER & POLITICS WITH DAVID COCHRANE (Weeknights on CBC News Network)
• HANOMANSING TONIGHT (Weeknights on CBC News Network) 
• ROSEMARY BARTON LIVE (Sundays on CBC TV and CBC News Network)

CBC Sports 

• CBC SPORTS PRESENTS – ongoing (live on Saturday and Sunday afternoons on CBC TV and CBC Gem)

Looking ahead to Team Canada’s participation at the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, CBC SPORTS will continue to follow high-performance winter sport athletes including at Skate Canada International (Oct. 31 – Nov. 2 in Saskatoon) and IBSF Bobsleigh & Skeleton World Cups (Nov. 21 – Jan. 18 across various European venues). The fall season also includes the World Boxing Championships (Sept. 4-14 in Liverpool), 2025 World Athletics Championships (Sept. 12-21 in Tokyo), World Rowing Championships (Sept. 20-28 in Shanghai) and the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup (Oct. 23-25 in Toronto). CBC SPORTS will once again offer coverage of the U Sports Championships (Oct. 29 – Nov 22 and March 5-22), including the Vanier Cup (Nov. 22 in Regina), showcasing Canada’s top university and college athletes, as well as the remaining games of the Northern Super League inaugural season, including the first-ever NSL championship game (Nov. 15 in Toronto).

CBC Kids Originals

• HEY JOOJO! *New Live-Action Series* – Premieres Monday, September 1 on CBC TV

A brand new live-action short-format series for kids aged 4-6 that peeks into the everyday adventures of Joojo (Joojo Paintsil), his cousin Gary the Unicorn, and their friendly neighbours in their funky apartment home, with guest stars including Canadian icon Mike Myers, and kids TV veteran Patty Sullivan. 

• THE UNSTOPPABLE JENNY GARCIA *New Tween Series* (8×12) – All episodes available beginning Friday, September 5 on CBC Gem

Written by Catherine Hernandez (novel Scarborough and its film adaptation) for a tween audience, THE UNSTOPPABLE JENNY GARCIA follows a 13-year-old hip-hop dancer as her life is disrupted by the news that she has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and she must navigate a new path full of treatments and hospital stays while trying to make room for friends and fun. 

• TOOPY & BINOO – FABULOUS ADVENTURES *Animated Series Reboot* (39×7) – Premieres Saturday, October 25 on CBC TV and CBC Gem

A reboot of the iconic Canadian preschool buddy comedy for CBC/Radio-Canada brings back the delightful duo of Toopy, the clumsy mouse, and Binoo, the quiet cat. This 2D-animated series will introduce new imaginative stories and whimsical adventures to a fresh generation of viewers, continuing the legacy of the original. 

• DINO RANCH: ISLAND EXPLORERS *New Animated Series* (26×22) – Premieres Saturday, November 8 on CBC TV and CBC Gem

This DINO RANCH spinoff sees the Cassidy Kids, also known as The Dino Ranchers, embark on the adventure of a lifetime on legendary Dino Island, a lost world teeming with undiscovered dinosaurs and mysterious locations. 

• IT’S ANDREW! (formerly known as ANDREW THE BIG BIG UNICORN) *New Animated Series* (40×7) – Premieres Friday, December 5 on CBC Gem and Wednesday, December 10 on CBC TV

This new animated series for CBC/Radio-Canada and ABC Australia follows Andrew, a wide-eyed, joyful young rhino bursting with creativity as he navigates life as a big BIG unicorn in the ever-surprising world of Hornsby Downs.   

Returning Kids Series

• MINI-JON AND MINI-MAPLE *Season 3* (36×4) – Premieres Monday, September 1 on CBC Gem and Monday, September 8 on CBC TV
• JEREMY & JAZZY *Season 3* (22×2) – Premieres Monday, September 1 on CBC Gem and Monday, September 8 on CBC TV
• PLAYING WITH STU *Season 2* (11×1) – Premieres Monday, September 1 on CBC Gem and Monday, September 8 on CBC TV
• GO TOGO *Season 2* (31×5) – Premieres Monday, December 1 on CBC Gem and CBC TV

About CBC Gem

CBC Gem is Canada’s streaming service, offering more than 6500 hours of live and on-demand Canadian programming and a curated selection of acclaimed, best-in-class content from around the world, including more than 400 documentary features, more than 700 hours of ad-free content for kids and tweens, and a collection of over 400 Canadian feature films. CBC Gem is available for free as an app for iOS and Android devices and online at CBCGem.ca, and on connected TVs via Roku, Samsung, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, LG, Google Chromecast, Android TV and Xbox, as well as TV service provider Rogers Xfinity.

About CBC/Radio-Canada

CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada’s national public broadcaster. Through our mandate to inform, enlighten and entertain, we play a central role in strengthening Canadian culture. As Canada’s trusted news source, we offer a uniquely Canadian perspective on news, current affairs and world affairs. Our distinctively homegrown entertainment programming draws audiences from across the country. Deeply rooted in communities, CBC/Radio-Canada offers diverse content in English, French and eight Indigenous languages: Dëne Sųłıné, Dene Kǝdǝ́, Dene Zhatıé, Eastern Cree, Dinjii Zhuʼ Ginjik, Inuktitut, Inuvialuktun and Tłı̨chǫ. We also deliver content in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Punjabi and Tagalog, as well as both official languages, through Radio Canada International (RCI). We are leading the transformation to meet the needs of Canadians in a digital world.

Paramount+ announced recently that MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN will return for its fourth season on Sunday, October 26th, starring Oscar nominee Jeremy Renner and Emmy and Golden Globe winner Edie Falco. Today we get a new Teaser!

MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN is co-created by Oscar nominee Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon. The drama series is produced by Paramount Television Studios, 101 Studios and Bosque Ranch Productions exclusively for Paramount+.

In season four, Mike’s control over Kingstown is threatened as new players compete to fill the power vacuum left in the Russians’ wake, compelling him to confront the resulting gang war and stop them from swallowing the town. Meanwhile, with those he loves in more danger than ever before, Mike must contend with a headstrong new Warden to protect his own while grappling with demons from his past.

In addition to Renner and Falco, the series stars BAFTA Award® winner Lennie James, Tony Award® winner Laura Benanti, Canadian Hugh Dillon, Taylor Handley, Tobi Bamtefa, Derek Webster, Canadian Hamish Allan- Headley and Nishi Munshi.

MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN is executive produced by Taylor Sheridan, Hugh Dillon, Jeremy Renner, Antoine Fuqua, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, Bob Yari, Michael Friedman, Dave Erickson, Christoph Schrewe, Wendy Riss, Evan Perazzo and Keith Cox. Erickson also serves as showrunner for the series. The series is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.

Seasons 1-3 of Mayor of Kingstown are available to binge exclusively on Paramount+. The series is part of Sheridan’s growing slate on Paramount+, which includes YELLOWSTONE, LANDMAN, 1923, LIONESS, TULSA KING, 1883, LAWMEN: BASS REEVES and the upcoming NOLA KING, starring Samuel L. Jackson.

The Canadian Film Centre (CFC) and CBC are proud to announce a remarkable group of performers selected for the 2025 cohort of the CBC Actors Conservatory. Kicking off September 2, 2025 and running through February 27, 2026 at CFC’s Toronto campus, this prestigious program equips actors with the creative and professional tools to thrive in an ever-changing industry.

The CBC Actors Conservatory is a full-time, six-month immersive onscreen acting program designed to elevate each actor’s practice, process, community and career by strengthening their craft and confidence, expanding their onscreen portfolios, and building strong creative and professional networks. Through mentorship, intensive workshops, onscreen exercises, business sessions and practical guidance, this program empowers actors to navigate career and marketplace opportunities.

“The CBC Actors Conservatory has played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of many homegrown actors,” said Kathryn Emslie, Executive Lead, Programs, CFC. “Each year, we are inspired by the artists we encounter and thrilled to welcome them into CFC’s vibrant creative community. We’re also grateful to CBC for continuing to support this unique talent development program.”

“It is more important than ever to support Canada’s on-screen talent in developing their skills and connections, and by extension to bolster the creative industry in this country,” said Trish Williams, Executive Director, Scripted Content, CBC. “We’re proud to continue our partnership with the CFC on this crucial program, and offer congratulations to this year’s cohort of performers as they embark on this next chapter of their careers.”

Thanks to the generous support of the CBC as Lead Partner, as well as the RBC Foundation, the CBC Actors Conservatory has helped propel the careers of over 100 actors including Annie Murphy (Schitt’s Creek), Araya Mengesha (Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent), Ashton James (BoxCutter, Young Blood, Madness); Gia Sandhu (Star Trek Strange New Worlds, Stealing Vows), Giacomo Gianniotti (Wild Cards, Grey’s Anatomy), Grace Glowicki (Dead Lover), Michelle McLeod (Women Talking), Milcania Diaz-Rojas (40 Acres), Patrick Kwok-Choon (Star Trek: Discovery) and Supinder Wraich (Allegiance, Sort Of).

The 2025 Actors Conservatory residents:

Feaven Abera (She/Her/Hers) is an Ethio-Canadian actor and former fashion model based in Toronto. As a Hamilton native she began her career in print and runway modeling, appearing in fashion editorials before transitioning to screen. Always approaching her performances and style with curiosity and cultural clarity. Her early television work includes Nurses, Mayor of Kingstown, and Sort Of. In 2025, Feaven steps into a breakout season with four screen projects: a lead role in the romantic dramedy A Tribe Called Love opposite Dalmar Abuzeid; supporting roles in Netflix’s Wayward (created by Mae Martin) and Doin’ It (Lilly Singh); and a guest star appearance in the network medical drama DOC. Feaven’s sense of style has earned her recognition from FASHION Magazine and The Outset. And it’s her commitment to representing the community she didn’t see onscreen growing up that drives her work — creating space for multidimensional Black women in film and TV. Now entering her rising star era, Feaven brings an honest, visually compelling point of view to every role — and continues to share her journey as an artist actively shaping her own path.

Behtash Fazlali (He/Him/His) is an actor and first-generation immigrant from Iran. Growing up in Toronto, Ontario, he gravitated towards film as a channel to help navigate and gain a better understanding of his life between two worlds. Behtash is most noted for his performance in the short film Motherland, for which he won the Canadian Screen Award in 2024. As a rising voice in the Canadian film industry, he is committed to learning and growing with each new opportunity. To him, storytelling is a vital tool—one that can spark dialogue, foster empathy, and help bridge the gaps between people and cultures.

Brynn Godenir (She/Her/Hers) is a multi-disciplinary artist with a strong foundation in film, theatre, and movement. Originally from Winnipeg and now based in Toronto, she’s a proud prairie girl at heart. A graduate of the National Theatre School of Canada, Brynn brings a grounded, physical approach to her work—merging her movement training with a deep commitment to character and storytelling. She has appeared in notable TV shows such as Hell Motel (Shudder), Burden of Truth (CBC/CW), Coroner (CBC/CW), Law & Order: Toronto – Criminal Intent (CityTV), DOC (Fox), and Titans (HBO). Select film credits include Scared Sh*tless (Happy Cat Productions), Writing a Love Song (Vortex Media), Erase & Rewind (Clique Pictures), A Charming Valentine (CME), Take Me Back for Christmas (Hallmark) and Rich Kid (Jade Rose Films).

Adrian Pavone (They/Them/Theirs) is a Canadian Screen Award-nominated actor, born and raised in Scarborough. With most of their acting training from various studios around the city, they earned a degree at the University of Toronto for Psychology and Drama, Theatre, & Performance studies. This was where they began their journey in consequence, dramaturgy, and the inherent politicism in art. Their work focuses on the queer experience and the consequences of intersectional identities, particularly as a multi-ethnic person. Adrian was recently featured in GenV (Prime), The Hooves Belonged to the Deer (Makram Ayache; Peter Hinton-Davis), and starred in the critically-acclaimed series How to Fail as a Popstar (CBC Gem), garnering a CSA nomination.

Brian Quintero (He/Him/His) is a Canadian actor and filmmaker of Costa Rican heritage, born and raised in Toronto. A graduate of Seneca College’s Acting for Camera & Voice program, he has built a diverse body of work across film and television, fueled by a passion for performance that began at a young age. In television, he will appear in the pilot episode of Neagley, the Jack Reacher spinoff (Amazon Prime), and has a key role in The Abandons (Netflix), a highly anticipated Western series from Sons of Anarchy creator Kurt Sutter. He has also appeared in The Umbrella Academy (Netflix) and Billy the Kid (MGM+). In film, Quintero earned multiple nominations and awards for his performance as Nick Belvedere in the short film Narcissistic, and was nominated for Best Ensemble at FilmQuest for his portrayal of Aaron in the feature film The Killgrin. Next, he will star as Benito in the upcoming action-comedy feature film Karate Ghost, co-starring Tim Rozon, Jim Belushi, and Michael Jai White.

Chelsea Russell (She/Her/Hers) was born in Barbados and raised in Jamaica, she currently resides in Toronto. She studied in the Acting Conservatory at York University and has been working professionally as an actor in theatre, TV and film. Most recently Chelsea played as Beyonsea in Beyonsea & The Mothers at Green Light Arts (2025). She is also known for plays like Fairview (2023) at Canadian Stage, Soulpepper’s Pipeline (2022) and Soulpepper’s Da Kink In My Hair (2023).
She is passionate about working in afro-centric theatre, TV and film especially in these trying times. She is pleased to mention that she has been nominated for a Canadian Screen Award, a DORA and an Actra Award. Some credits include Fellow Travellers (Showtime), Skymed (Paramount Plus), Rebirth of the Afronauts (CBC Gem), Tiny Pretty Things (Netflix), See (Apple TV) and the upcoming season of Law & Order: Criminal Intent.

Shona Struthers (They/She/He) Shona is a multi-disciplinary theatre artist, being an actor, sound designer, combatant, technician, and fight coordinator. They are a UBC Acting graduate, Intermediate FDC Actor Combatant, Advanced BADC Actor Combatant, former Pacific Theatre apprentice, Affair of Honor Creative Associate & Company Member, a many-hat-wearer. They have performed with ITSAZOO Productions (Under the Needle & Sunrise Betties Workshops), Affair of Honor (Playthings, Soul Samurai), Pacific Theatre (Mother of the Maid, Christmas Presence), With A Spoon & Rumble Theatre (The Wolves). They have sound designed and assisted for The Search Party, Alley Theatre, Rumble Theatre, Pacific Theatre, Presentation House Theatre, Arts Umbrella, Western Gold, Affair of Honor. They have performed in a slew of short films, and are the recipient of Run & Gun’s Best Ensemble Award (2024) and Run & Gun’s Best Performance Nominee (2024).

Rosalie Tremblay (She/Her/Hers) is a bilingual (English and French) actor, and stand-up comedian, originally from Vancouver Island BC. A graduate of the National Theatre School, she works professionally both on screen, and stage. Most notably, Clue (The Grand, The Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre.) She has performed her stand up across Canadian cities, and is now based in Toronto, ON.

For more information, visit cfccreates.com.

Hollywood Suite is excited to announce a third season of the fan-favourite original series, Cinema A to Z. Launching September 2025, the new season features four new episodes: Growing Pains, Ghosts, Perfect Pairs and Robots.

Just in time for back-to-school season, Season 3 kicks off with Cinema A to Z: Growing Pains on September 10. From Annie’s rags-to-riches triumph to the heartbreak of My Girl, the laughs of Uncle Buck, and the perilous action of Jumanji, this episode takes film experts like Johanna Schneller (The Globe & Mail), Justin Decloux and Will Sloan (Important Cinema Club podcast), Radheyan Simonpillai (CTV’s Your Morning) and Rachel Ho (Exclaim!) on a trip through 26 tales of growing up.

“This season joins a collection of episodes spanning over three years, which have all been alphabetical love letters to cinema,” said Ryan Mains, Executive Producer. “Starting with the very first episode, Cinema A to Z: Books back in 2022, the series continues to be a favourite amongst Hollywood Suite watchers, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what films get added to the collection this year.”

The second episode in the season arrives ahead of Halloween. Featuring family-friendly favourites like Casper, menacing terrors like Freddy Krueger in A Nightmare on Elm Street, and even the hilariously raunchy Beetlejuice, Cinema A to Z: Ghosts will have viewers exercising their devotion to all things haunted when it premieres October 7.

Meanwhile, Cinema A to Z: Perfect Pairs, premieres November 5 and features iconic duos like Kirk and Spock in Star Trek, Iceman and Maverick in Top Gun, and Enid and Rebecca in Ghost World. Coming out early 2026 is the final episode of the season, Cinema A to Z: Robots. This episode includes segments on the robotic doppelganger in Metropolis, Murphy’s transformation into Robocop, and the suspiciously sinister “synthetic” Bishop in Alien.

This is the third season of Cinema A to Z on Hollywood Suite. Watch Hollywood Suite original content now at hollywoodsuite.ca/originals.

Adventure to the Peak is back at FAN EXPO Canada — a thrilling 4D journey (yes, you might get a little wet!) through a mountain of excitement – with surprise encounters from the worlds of Yellowstone, SpongeBob, Dexter, and more.

And don’t miss your chance to meet the Paramount+ GOAT mascot — available for photos throughout the weekend.

Adventure to the Peak is located at Booth 1442

Thursday, August 21 from 2-9PM

Friday, August 22 and Saturday, August 23 from 9:30AM to 7PM

Sunday, August 24 from 9:30AM to 5PM.

It’s the perfect pit stop for media looking for a quick thrill, a splash of fun, and some great visuals to use as a backdrop for news hits.

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If you’re around for Fan Expo Canada this weekend in Toronto, there are some awesome opportunities coming your way including a chance to see Robbie Amell!

ROBBIE AMELL

Amell will be debuting graphic novel Code 8: Tales of Lincoln City, Vol 1. The appearance is set to take place Saturday, Aug. 23 at 4 p.m. ET at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, followed by a poster signing with Amell.

Fans can sign up for the campaign early and receive 20% off a signed hardcover of the graphic novel

WHAT:
Actor and producer Robbie Amell (Upload, The Flash, Code 8) will officially announce a brand-new graphic novel set in the world of the Code 8 universe during his panel appearance at FAN EXPO Canada.

Code 8: Tales of Lincoln City, Vol 1 will be funded via Indiegogo and feature exclusive artwork, limited-edition collectibles, and in-universe storytelling that expands the Code 8 cinematic world beyond the screen.

Following the panel, fans can find Amell at the MoviePosters.com booth to receive signed Code 8: Tales of Lincoln City artwork.