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ICYMI: TVO's Know Brainers hosts Lucas Meeuse, Laura Commisso and Daniel Fernandes appeared on CP24 Breakfast with Jennifer Hsiung and Nick Dixon to discuss their digital series that blends internet-savvy fun with fascinating ideas. The hosts shared their favourite episodes, lessons learned along the way, and recounted the mishaps and laughs they experienced during production.   Watch the CP24 interview: https://bit.ly/3BPO2Vo   Catch the latest episode of Know Brainers: https://bit.ly/3YrkqGF

TVO's Extradition Podcast is a Finalist at the Signal Awards!   Extradition is a compelling six-part series that investigates the disappearance of Huseyin Celil, a Canadian citizen wrongfully imprisoned in China. Now in its third year, the Signal Awards work to uplift the podcast medium by recognizing the most potent, meaningful and unprecedented audio projects being made today. Being selected as a finalist in this category alongside some big names is huge news and a win for everyone involved with the series.   Help TVO secure this win by voting for Extradition!   Vote now: https://lnkd.in/eAwxdNzi   Voting is open until Thursday, Oct 17 Stream Extradition: https://lnkd.in/g9d4UJEN #ExtraditionPodcast #SignalAwards

Exciting News! We’re thrilled to unveil TVO's newest show, Big [If True], hosted by the award-winning journalist Molly Thomas! Each week, Big [If True] will dive into the disruption and division mis- and disinformation are creating in society. What’s real and what’s not? What’s fact and what’s fiction? And how do we know for sure?  📺✨ Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eYxWrpnK Starting November 24 at 8 p.m. ET, viewers across Canada can stream the weekly series exclusively on TVO. #BigIfTrue #MediaLiteracy #Journalism 

Join TVO hosts and producers at this free event hosted by the Toronto Public Library!   📅 Date: Monday, October 7 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST 📍 Location: Toronto Reference Library - Beeton Hall 🏢 Address: 789 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4W 2G8   This panel discussion will dive into the art of storytelling, offering an insider’s look at how some of the most engaging narratives are developed, filmed, and brought to life.   Discover how TVO approaches storytelling, tackles challenges, and harnesses the power of digital media to elevate stories that matter. Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker, a digital content creator, or simply someone who appreciates the art of a well-told story, this event is your chance to learn from the best.    Featuring TVO Guests:  Steve Paikin (Host of The Agenda) Nam Kiwanuka (Host of TVO The Thread) Jeyan Jeganathan (Host/Producer - Field Reporter) Stacey Dunseath (Executive Producer of The Agenda) Colin Ellis (Producer/Director) Maya Abramson (Journalist/Producer) & others!   Don't miss this unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and deepen your storytelling journey.   👉 Reserve your spot now: https://lnkd.in/eVnsVUGZ

📚 We’re empowering adults to help unlock their full potential. You can now register for the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) assessment to earn a high school equivalency certificate in Ontario. The CAEC replaces the General Education Development (GED) certificate. 🔗 ilc.org/pages/caec?lang=en

  September 30 marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. This day is dedicated to remembering and honouring the more than 150,000 Indigenous children—First Nations, Inuit, and Métis—who were taken from their homes and placed in residential schools across Canada, where their languages, traditions, and identities were forcibly suppressed. Tragically, some never returned home.    This day is an opportunity to confront the painful history and ongoing impacts of the residential school system on Indigenous communities. TVO is committed to amplifying Indigenous voices and stories through our diverse range of documentaries, podcasts, and educational resources. Explore our Indigenous content to deepen your understanding of Indigenous perspectives and contribute to the journey of reconciliation: TVO Today: https://lnkd.in/d5m3qMrR TVO Docs: https://lnkd.in/e77sU3Qq Let us all reflect, learn, and acknowledge the importance of healing and reconciliation.    #TruthandReconciliation 

Happy Birthday to the one and only Polkaroo! 🎂 As we celebrate this special day, it’s also a milestone for TVO’s 54th anniversary! For decades, Polkaroo has been one of the most beloved and recognized characters in Canadian children’s television, sparking curiosity and a love of learning among young viewers. This celebration highlights TVO’s enduring commitment to delivering educational content that inspires generations across Ontario. Help us wish Polkaroo a happy birthday and share your favourite Polkaroo memory in the comments below!

This summer, TVO proudly hosted eight student leaders participating in the Toronto District School Board’s Black Student Summer Leadership Program (BSSLP). For the past four years, TVO has provided hands-on work experiences for these students to explore how their interests, academic backgrounds, and skills can pave the way for future success. TVO’s continued involvement in this program is part of the organization’s commitment to ensuring all Ontarians have equitable access to educational experiences, particularly those in underserviced or overlooked communities. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ehCgXFcX Hear from this year’s student leaders on what they learned during their five weeks at TVO: https://lnkd.in/eZ6iddMr

🎬That’s a wrap! 🎬 Today marks the end of an incredible journey as TVO wraps up its fourth-year hosting student leaders participating in the Toronto District School Board Black Student Summer Leadership Program (BSSLP). ✨ This week was nothing short of amazing: ✅ Our talented students had a behind-the-scenes look at the William G. Davis Studio, discovering the magic behind our in-house programs, including The Agenda With Steve Paikin. 🎥  ✅ They teamed up with TVO’s production pros, diving into a world of careers in media production they might not have explored otherwise. 🚀 ✅ They also got creative with the Know Brainers team  shooting their own YouTube video shorts. 🎬📹   ✅ And, of course, we wrapped it all up with a fantastic graduation ceremony and celebration led by our Program Ambassador Cathy Jung GPHR and with a special visit from Polkaroo! 🎓 🌟 We can’t wait to partner with the Toronto District School Board Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement again next year to continue to inspire and empower the next generation of young Black leaders. Stay tuned for perspectives from our student leaders about their unforgettable experience at TVO! #WeAreTVO #Leadership #BSSLP #StudentSuccess #MediaProduction #FutureLeaders #Graduation #CareerDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment #ProfessionalGrowth  

🚀 From Vision to Execution: The Power of Pitching 🚀 This week, our inspiring student leaders in the Toronto District School Board Black Student Summer Leadership Program (BSSLP) took center stage to present their innovative ideas to the Executive team at TVO. 🌟 These young visionaries were tasked with pitching products aimed at solving everyday student challenges. They dove deep into design, strategy, storytelling, and delivering their concepts to the panel of judges. The outcome is no surprise. The TVO Executives were extremely impressed with the well-thought-out insights, details, and creative ideas included in each presentation. TVO recognizes the inequities in the education system for Black students and is committed to reducing barriers to learning and providing opportunities for them to thrive. The Toronto District School Board Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement fosters learning, improves agency, promotes activism, embraces community, encourages discovery, and inspires excellence in every participant through BSSLP.   Pitching is an important part of the BSSLP as it is opportunity for student leaders to develop essential 21st century workforce skills such as:    ✅ Communicating with confidence  ✅ Developing persuasion skills  ✅ Advocating for yourself   ✅ Showcasing leadership  ✅ Working collaboratively    Kudos to our student leaders for sharing your vision and for showing us the power of well-executed ideas.💡👏  #Leadership #Innovation #StudentSuccess #PitchPerfect #TDSBCE #BSSLP