DRAMA
COMEDY
REALITY
THE ASSEMBLY
In each episode of this unique entertainment series, 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. THE ASSEMBLY is a global sensation that delivers profound revelation, authentic conversations, and a lot of laughs. The show’s format is an adaptation of French series Les Rencontres du Papotin, which launched in 2022 on France 2 with guests including Killing Eve star Camille Cottin and President Emmanuel Macron. Now a global hit, THE ASSEMBLY has also featured Antonio Banderas, Michael Sheen, Sam Neil and other major international stars. Executive producers are Sean De Vries and Stephen Sawchuk.
PREMIERE DATE: November 6 @ 9pm ET
LOCALS WELCOME, hosted and executive produced by OG food writer and expert Suresh Doss, is a celebration of the lesser-known food places that make up the fabric of our rich communities. Exploring the spaces and menu items that you never knew existed, the series marries a love of people, place, and culture, with our love of discovering the hidden gems… right in our own backyard. LOCALS WELCOME is a format created by one of the producers of Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown.
PREMIERE DATE: October 5 @ 9pm ET
MUST LOVE DOGS
Get ready for a new heartwarming series following the fascinating lives of CFL All-Star and two-time Grey Cup winner Brady Oliveira and realtor-rescue influencer Alex Blumberg. Together with the dedicated volunteers of K9 Advocacy, they rescue and find forever homes for dogs in need across Manitoba. MUST LOVE DOGS offers an intimate look at how this Winnipeg power couple navigates high-stakes rescues, Brady’s drive to win another championship for the Blue Bombers, and their race to rehome as many dogs as possible before a brutal winter sets in. It’s a love story—between two people, their hometown, and every four-legged soul that steals their hearts.
PREMIERE DATE: April 20, 2026 (CBC Gem)
DOCUMENTARY
DIAMONDS & PLASTIC
DIAMONDS & PLASTIC plunges boldly into the secret sisterhood of Maria Meriano—one of the top Tupperware product sellers on the planet—as she fights to keep her empire alive during the iconic brand’s most uncertain chapter yet: bankruptcy. Commanding thousands of sales consultants, her loyal “Diamonds,” from her homebase in Montreal, Maria has spent over 40 years creating more than just a sales team; she’s cultivated a fiercely ambitious subculture — a glittering universe where status, sales, and survival collide. From nostalgic Tupperware home parties to glamorous Jubilee ceremonies attended by thousands, Maria and her team shatter every stereotype, proudly redefining what it means to succeed in a universe many overlook but few truly understand. The series is directed by Nathalie Bibeau, produced by Alexandra Cliche-Rivard, with Nicola Merola and Charles Lafortune serving as Executive Producers.
PREMIERE DATE: Fall 2025
CIRQUE LIFE
CIRQUE LIFE is the new docuseries that pulls back the curtain on Cirque du Soleil and reveals an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at one of the greatest shows on Earth. The series follows the cast and crew of the smash hit LUZIA as they return home to Montréal—for the first time since the show’s 2016 premiere—for an unforgettable summer under the big top. Amid roaring crowds and rising expectations, cameras capture every triumph and challenge as they grapple with up to ten performances a week during an epic four-month run. Continuously fine-tuning their routines, there’s no margin for error as this committed troupe keeps up with jaw-dropping acrobatics, life in the limelight, and a gruelling non-stop pace. From the hoop diver captain and veteran contortionist to the band leader and pole soloist, it’s an immersive, heartwarming, and exhilarating experience that celebrates the human spirit—and reveals the exceptional talent, commitment, and courage it takes to be part of the team. Cirque Life is produced by Cineflix Productions, with international distribution by Cineflix Rights. The Executive Producers include Tanya Blake and J.C. Mills for Cineflix; and Richard Lowell and Susan Levison for Cirque du Soleil.
PREMIERE DATE: March 19 @ 8pm ET
RUNNING SMOKE
A new three-part docuseries, RUNNING SMOKE is the thrilling true story about a NASCAR driver, the biggest tobacco-smuggling bust in North American history, and quite possibly the future of Indigenous rights.
Derek White, a Mohawk from Kahnawà:ke was the first Indigenous driver to compete in NASCAR’s premier Sprint Cup Series. Less than a year later, Derek’s dream disintegrates after he was arrested in the largest cross border police sting of its kind. He was charged with smuggling and defrauding the government and indefinitely suspended from NASCAR. Derek is faced with an existential choice: take a plea deal or fight the charges and the constitution. Contemplating the rich history of his people and the future of his family, Derek makes a daring decision to risk it all.
PREMIERE DATE: 2026
KIDS
HEY JOOJO! (Fall 2025)
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. Join Joojo and Gary from wake-up to storytime as they prepare young viewers for learning with music, heart and fun.
THE ADVENTURES OF TOOPY & BINOO (Fall 2025, 39×7)
A reboot of the iconic Canadian preschool buddy comedy 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.
THE UNSTOPPABLE JENNY GARCIA (Fall 2025, 8×12)
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.
DINO RANCH: ISLAND EXPLORERS (Fall 2025, 26×22)
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.
ANDREW THE BIG BIG UNICORN (Fall 2025, 40×7)
This new animated series 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.
SPORTS
2026 Winter Olympics (Milan and Cortina, Italy, February 6 – 22)
2026 Winter Paralympics (Milan and Cortina, Italy, March 6 – 15)
As Canada’s Olympic and Paralympic Network for the next decade, CBC will continue to offer high-quality storytelling that allows audiences to follow the journey of the athletes between Games, all the way to the podium.
CBC GEM ORIGINALS
Plan B – Season 3 Premieres August 8, 2025
INTERNATIONAL SERIES
RISE OF THE RAVEN (WT) (10×60)
About the Battle of Belgrade, which put an end to the Ottoman Empire’s invasion and reshaped the history of Europe.
Colin From Accounts, Season 3
The Gold, Season 2
