CanWest MediaWorks Inc announced late last week its roster of original Canadian programming for TVtropolis, Canada’s new specialty network featuring recent, back-to-back iconic hits.

A total of nine series – five currently in production, and an additional four in active development – are on the slate for 2006-2007.

“These series, which will be the first Canadian-produced originals for TVtropolis, have a flavour that perfectly complements our schedule and the new brand,” said Christine Shipton, Vice President of Original Programming for CanWest MediaWorks. “Our wide variety of producing partners are employing fresh, engaging concepts that spotlight the world of pop culture and celebrity – approaches that support our goal to make TVtropolis the destination for pop culture enthusiasts.”

Currently In Production:

Ad Persuasion – A series spotlighting the world’s most inventive, seductive and bizarre TV commercials. From TRICON FILMS AND TELEVISION. (26 x 30)

FANatical – Following the world’s most obsessive TV fans. From PEACE POINT ENTERTAINMENT GROUP. (26 x 30)

Inside the Box – The ultimate game show for TV junkies. From LONE EAGLE ENTERTAINMENT. (26 x 30)

Popaganda – A talk/magazine style environment of pop culture supported by the Internet generation. From THE NIMBLE COMPANY. (26 x 30)

Whatever Happened To? (working title) – A half-hour series catching up with iconic stars of the ‘80s and ‘90s. From PYRAMID PRODUCTIONS. (26 x 30)

In Active Development:

And Finally – A fun look at the slice-of-life stories news programs around the world use to end their shows. From ARCADIA ENTERTAINMENT

Don’t Touch That Dial – A mismatched pair of quick-witted TV critics regale viewers with their take on classic and not-so-classic TV shows. From producer Patti Poskitt.

Starring In…With JR Digs – This unscripted series follows JR Digs as he gives people the chance to have their own TV show for a day. From MOUNTAIN ROAD PRODUCTIONS.

TeleVintage Cartoons – A look back at cartoons that shaped our Saturday mornings and pop culture in general. From HILTZ SQUARED MEDIA.

Debuting June 1 in 5.6 million homes nationwide, TVtropolis (www.TVtropolis.com) is the only national network fuelled by back-to-back hit TV from the last 10-15 years. Shows such as Seinfeld, Ellen, Frasier and Married… With Children – and buzzworthy celeb-reality series – including Celebrity Fit Club and My Fair Brady – put TVtropolis on the map as a TV lover’s destination. Viewers will find TVtropolis in the channel formerly occupied by Prime.